Modification History
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PSP12V1 |
Unit descriptor edited. |
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PSP04V4.2. |
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PSP04V4.1 |
Primary release. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to enable officers to correctly and safely take custody of and store firearms and other weapons to ensure compliance with legislation, policy and official directions. It includes handling, securing and maintaining weapons.
In practice, handling and storing weapons may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, exercising regulatory powers, acting on non-compliance, complying with legislation, applying government processes.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency. |
Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. Text in bold italics is explained in the Range Statement following. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 . Take custody of weapons |
1.1 Safe handling, storage and security requirements for firearms , ammunition and other weapons are identified and applied. 1.2 Procedures for making firearms and other weapons safe for processing, transportation or storage are identified and applied. 1.3 Personal safety is maintained in relation to handling firearms and other weapons. 1.4 Standing procedures relating to accidental discharge of firearms and incidents involving other weapons are identified and followed as required. 1.5 Up-to-date knowledge of procedures for reporting and dealing with injury is maintained and applied. 1.6 Situations requiring assistance are identified and support is promptly requested in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. |
2 . Secure and maintain weapons |
2.1 Weapons are secured in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures. 2.2 Care and storage requirements for firearms, ammunition and other weapons are identified and followed. 2.3 Weapons are maintained or disposed of in accordance with organisational procedures and legislative requirements. 2.4 Reporting and recordkeeping procedures for firearms, ammunition and other weapons are followed. 2.5 Procedures for reporting loss, damage or theft of firearms, ammunition or other weapons are identified and followed. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Knowledge requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. |
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Units to be assessed together |
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Overview of evidence requirements |
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
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Resources required to carry out assessment |
These resources include:
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Where and how to assess evidence |
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
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For consistency of assessment |
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. |
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Firearms may include: |
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Ammunition may include: |
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Other weapons may include: |
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Personal safety issues may include: |
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Standing procedures may include: |
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Reporting and recordkeeping procedures may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Regulatory.