Assessor Resource

AVIO2004
Conduct frisk search of persons

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct frisk searches of persons, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.

It includes preparing for a frisk search, conducting a frisk search of a person, applying special frisk search methods, responding to detection of weapons or prohibited items during a frisk search and maintaining required frisk search records.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aviation security duties of ground operations personnel, and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.

Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.

Work is performed independently or under limited supervision as a single operator or within a team environment.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for a frisk search

1.1

Legal powers to frisk search persons and associated workplace procedures are clarified as required and applied

1.2

Frisk search is only conducted on persons of the same sex and with another appropriate person of the same sex present

1.3

Person to be searched is informed that frisk searches can be intrusive and may cover any part of the body, including the chest and groin

1.4

Permission of person to be searched is obtained prior to conducting a frisk search and a private area where the frisk search is to be conducted, is identified

1.5

Consent is recorded in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

1.6

Organisational procedures are followed when a person refuses to be frisk searched

1.7

Person being searched is asked to remove bulky over garments and other items in their possession capable of being divested and these garments are separately checked by primary screening processes

2

Conduct a frisk search of a person

2.1

Frisk search of a person is carried out using methods and techniques detailed in organisational procedures and social or cultural issues are taken into account

2.2

Frisk search is conducted by gently running open hands over outer garments covering the relevant part of the person, to an extent sufficient to be satisfied that no prohibited items are located on the relevant part of the person

2.3

Handheld metal detector is used to assist in identifying area to be searched, which may include sensitive areas of a person’s body

2.4

When alarm source cannot be resolved, a more thorough and private search is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures, and person is escorted to a private area to identify and remove alarm source

2.5

Correct work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) principles are followed during a frisk search of persons, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.6

Customer service principles and standards are applied throughout a frisk search of a person, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.7

Cleared person is allowed to proceed to sterile area

2.8

Uncleared person is detained in accordance with organisational procedures

3

Apply special frisk search methods

3.1

Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search of infants and children in accordance with organisational procedures

3.2

Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search or people who have a disability or specific needs, in accordance with organisational procedures

4

Respond to detection of weapons or prohibited items during a frisk search

4.1

Person detected carrying weapons and/or prohibited items is detained in accordance with organisational procedures

4.2

Detected prohibited item or weapon is handled and stored in accordance with procedures

5

Maintain records of a frisk search

5.1

Frisk search records requirements and processes are confirmed

5.2

Frisk search records including written consents, are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

applying special frisk search methods to infants or children and people with specific needs

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

identifying, selecting, using and routinely checking relevant equipment, processes and procedures

implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations

implementing organisational contingency procedures

implementing organisational transport security program and associated standard operating procedures

modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, risk situations and environments

preparing a person for a frisk search, including obtaining permission from person being searched and informing person about frisk search processes and procedures

reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures

responding appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace

responding appropriately to detection of weapons or prohibited items during frisk search

using appropriate customer service skills when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment

working collaboratively with others when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

components, operating principles and characteristics of typical weapons (especially potential explosive devices) that may be potentially carried on a person

contact processes for airline, airport staff and relevant law enforcement agencies

customer service standards and techniques to be applied when carrying out frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment

law enforcement officers and other government officers, their roles and responsibilities within an aviation workplace

methods, techniques and equipment involved when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment including procedures for conducting frisk searches of children and persons with specific needs

organisational transport security program, screening standard operating procedures and contingency procedures as they relate to detecting weapons and/or prohibited items in a frisk search

relevant sections of aviation legislation about conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment including notices made under the Aviation Screening Notices

site layout, including applicable security zones and standard operating procedures for aviation transport security screening process concerned and private rooms or a search room that can be used to frisk search people

types of weapons and prohibited items that may be detected during a frisk search and distinguishing characteristics of such weapons and prohibited items as outlined in the Regulations

typical issues that may occur when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve and avoid these issues

workplace aviation transport security standard operating procedures and policies applicable to conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for a frisk search

1.1

Legal powers to frisk search persons and associated workplace procedures are clarified as required and applied

1.2

Frisk search is only conducted on persons of the same sex and with another appropriate person of the same sex present

1.3

Person to be searched is informed that frisk searches can be intrusive and may cover any part of the body, including the chest and groin

1.4

Permission of person to be searched is obtained prior to conducting a frisk search and a private area where the frisk search is to be conducted, is identified

1.5

Consent is recorded in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

1.6

Organisational procedures are followed when a person refuses to be frisk searched

1.7

Person being searched is asked to remove bulky over garments and other items in their possession capable of being divested and these garments are separately checked by primary screening processes

2

Conduct a frisk search of a person

2.1

Frisk search of a person is carried out using methods and techniques detailed in organisational procedures and social or cultural issues are taken into account

2.2

Frisk search is conducted by gently running open hands over outer garments covering the relevant part of the person, to an extent sufficient to be satisfied that no prohibited items are located on the relevant part of the person

2.3

Handheld metal detector is used to assist in identifying area to be searched, which may include sensitive areas of a person’s body

2.4

When alarm source cannot be resolved, a more thorough and private search is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures, and person is escorted to a private area to identify and remove alarm source

2.5

Correct work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) principles are followed during a frisk search of persons, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.6

Customer service principles and standards are applied throughout a frisk search of a person, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.7

Cleared person is allowed to proceed to sterile area

2.8

Uncleared person is detained in accordance with organisational procedures

3

Apply special frisk search methods

3.1

Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search of infants and children in accordance with organisational procedures

3.2

Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search or people who have a disability or specific needs, in accordance with organisational procedures

4

Respond to detection of weapons or prohibited items during a frisk search

4.1

Person detected carrying weapons and/or prohibited items is detained in accordance with organisational procedures

4.2

Detected prohibited item or weapon is handled and stored in accordance with procedures

5

Maintain records of a frisk search

5.1

Frisk search records requirements and processes are confirmed

5.2

Frisk search records including written consents, are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Legal powers must include one or more of the following:

current Aviation Transport Security Act (and amendments)

current Aviation Transport Security Regulations

notices made under the Act and the Regulations

organisation’s transport security program as approved under the current Aviation Transport Security Act

other regulations relating to security screening at an airport

Organisational procedures or requirements must include:

applicable legislative requirements and aviation screening notices

access and equity policies, principles and practices

client service standards

code of conduct or ethics

communication and reporting procedures

complaint and dispute resolution procedures

emergency and evacuation procedures

employer and employee rights and responsibilities

equipment use and maintenance

WHS/OHS policies and procedures

own role, responsibility and authority

privacy and confidentiality

standard operating procedures for screening

People with specific needs who may be frisk searched must include one or more of the following:

person in a wheelchair who may or may not be able to stand unassisted

person who uses a walking aid

person who is hearing impaired

person with a prosthetic device, body brace or other medical device

person who is vision impaired

person who requires the assistance of a carer

person who is accompanied by an assistance or companion animal (such as a guide dog)

person who is vision impaired who needs to carry unusual electronic devices in their personal effects (for example Braille note taker)

Social or cultural issues must include one or more of the following:

dress and personal presentation

gender and gender identity

food

language

religion

social conventions

traditional practices

values and beliefs

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

applying special frisk search methods to infants or children and people with specific needs

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

identifying, selecting, using and routinely checking relevant equipment, processes and procedures

implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations

implementing organisational contingency procedures

implementing organisational transport security program and associated standard operating procedures

modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, risk situations and environments

preparing a person for a frisk search, including obtaining permission from person being searched and informing person about frisk search processes and procedures

reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures

responding appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace

responding appropriately to detection of weapons or prohibited items during frisk search

using appropriate customer service skills when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment

working collaboratively with others when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

components, operating principles and characteristics of typical weapons (especially potential explosive devices) that may be potentially carried on a person

contact processes for airline, airport staff and relevant law enforcement agencies

customer service standards and techniques to be applied when carrying out frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment

law enforcement officers and other government officers, their roles and responsibilities within an aviation workplace

methods, techniques and equipment involved when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment including procedures for conducting frisk searches of children and persons with specific needs

organisational transport security program, screening standard operating procedures and contingency procedures as they relate to detecting weapons and/or prohibited items in a frisk search

relevant sections of aviation legislation about conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment including notices made under the Aviation Screening Notices

site layout, including applicable security zones and standard operating procedures for aviation transport security screening process concerned and private rooms or a search room that can be used to frisk search people

types of weapons and prohibited items that may be detected during a frisk search and distinguishing characteristics of such weapons and prohibited items as outlined in the Regulations

typical issues that may occur when conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve and avoid these issues

workplace aviation transport security standard operating procedures and policies applicable to conducting frisk searches of persons in an aviation environment.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Legal powers to frisk search persons and associated workplace procedures are clarified as required and applied 
Frisk search is only conducted on persons of the same sex and with another appropriate person of the same sex present 
Person to be searched is informed that frisk searches can be intrusive and may cover any part of the body, including the chest and groin 
Permission of person to be searched is obtained prior to conducting a frisk search and a private area where the frisk search is to be conducted, is identified 
Consent is recorded in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures 
Organisational procedures are followed when a person refuses to be frisk searched 
Person being searched is asked to remove bulky over garments and other items in their possession capable of being divested and these garments are separately checked by primary screening processes 
Frisk search of a person is carried out using methods and techniques detailed in organisational procedures and social or cultural issues are taken into account 
Frisk search is conducted by gently running open hands over outer garments covering the relevant part of the person, to an extent sufficient to be satisfied that no prohibited items are located on the relevant part of the person 
Handheld metal detector is used to assist in identifying area to be searched, which may include sensitive areas of a person’s body 
When alarm source cannot be resolved, a more thorough and private search is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures, and person is escorted to a private area to identify and remove alarm source 
Correct work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) principles are followed during a frisk search of persons, in accordance with organisational procedures 
Customer service principles and standards are applied throughout a frisk search of a person, in accordance with organisational procedures 
Cleared person is allowed to proceed to sterile area 
Uncleared person is detained in accordance with organisational procedures 
Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search of infants and children in accordance with organisational procedures 
Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search or people who have a disability or specific needs, in accordance with organisational procedures 
Person detected carrying weapons and/or prohibited items is detained in accordance with organisational procedures 
Detected prohibited item or weapon is handled and stored in accordance with procedures 
Frisk search records requirements and processes are confirmed 
Frisk search records including written consents, are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures 

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