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CSCOFM303A
Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to correctional services staff working with offenders in prisons, secure custodial centres or within the community. With changes based on different organisation's needs, it can apply to workers in juvenile detention, immigration detention or other contexts where working with detained persons is part of the work role.

Customisation will be required to accommodate the different work sites and defined work role contexts in which this unit will be applied.

This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to respond to offenders who are influenced by drugs or alcohol and to act immediately to minimise risks to health and safety.

This unit replaces and is equivalent to CSCOFM009A Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable

Co-Requisites

Not applicable

Employability Skills

The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Evidence for assessment 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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of employability skills as they relate to this unit.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual dealing with offenders influenced by alcohol and other drugs effectively as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine

copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to responding to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

monitoring people's behaviour and condition for changes

analysing physical signs for indications of potential problems

giving emergency first aid, including:

cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

dealing safely with bleeding, broken bones, unconsciousness and choking

coma positions

working with intoxicated clients in a manner that ensures their safety and that of others

assessing risks in emergencies

applying organisation's policies and procedures for prevention of harm, including emergency procedures

applying organisation's code of conduct

maintaining duty of care

reporting required information clearly and accurately in correct format

getting specialist support at the time required.

Required knowledge:

organisation's policies, guidelines and procedures related to dealing with clients affected by alcohol and other drugs, including:

occupational health and safety guidelines

infection control guidelines

duty of care

strategies for dealing with aggressive clients

legislation covering prohibited substances

policy of services and intervention

code of conduct

emergency response

incident reporting

reporting suspected drug or alcohol use

requesting testing for drug or alcohol use

use of breath or urine analysis sampling equipment where required

understanding of drug or alcohol use, including:

symptoms of drug use and overdose

drugs in the local community, prison and correctional environment

recent and relevant information and policies on alcohol and other drug issues

harm minimisation

emergency response, and protective and risk management strategies, including:

restraint guidelines

isolation guidelines

use of response specialists

first aid

resuscitation.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

External signs and responses may include:

death

prolonged unconsciousness

injury to self and others

suicide

infection

blood loss

concussion and head injury.

Signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use may include:

evidence of physical illness or injury

evidence of mental illness

behaviour inconsistent with drug use history

assessment of personal risk to client.

Risk assessment will be based on the risk management system and may include:

condition of the offender

available support

emergency procedures

nature of the environment and the services and procedures

level of staff skill

behaviour of the offender.

Degree of risk will be based on factors that may include:

available drug history

orientation to person, place and time

level of consciousness

degree of cooperation

behaviour

environment and location

previous incidents.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Assess the condition of offender by observation and checking of external signs and responses. 
Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved. 
Monitor offender's condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use. 
Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately. 
Request emergency assistance where offender's condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria. 
Request medical support according to the organisation's procedures for substance testing and risk assessment. 
Monitor and record offender's condition according to organisation's procedures. 
Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines. 
Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol. 
Follow the organisation's occupational health and safety policies and guidelines and infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people. 
Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency. 
Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender's condition and degree of risk. 
Complete incident reports that are clear, accurate and in the required format. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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