Assessor Resource

CSCSAS001
Maintain security

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills required to follow security procedures and maintain security of information.

This unit applies to those working in detention centres, correctional centres or prisons, community corrections officers, justice administration offices and on work sites where detainees or offenders are under statutory supervision. With contextualisation this unit may apply to those working in other work environments.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to security.

Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support at all times and undertake tasks with a limited number of familiar steps.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Follow security procedures

1.1 Identify all security and emergency procedures relevant to own work role.

1.2 Implement relevant security procedures according to the level of risk.

1.3 Alert work group members and relevant personnel using appropriate equipment and terminology for emergency warnings.

1.4 Report potential breaches of security and/or faults to appropriate authority.

1.5 Participate in the routine review of security procedures and responses according to own level of responsibility.

2. Maintain security of information

2.1 Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in a form accessible to authorised personnel.

2.2 Relay relevant information to authorised personnel on the movement and circumstances of offenders.

2.3 Respond to requests for information promptly and according to agreed procedures, ensuring information is accurate, relevant and complete.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.

using equipment for the purpose and in the manner intended and authorised

operating and checking routine activities and equipment for security factors

using information systems

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

organisation’s values, objectives, policies and procedures related to security

risks factors related to security

duty of care responsibilities and requirements

Valid assessment of this unit requires access to a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of security conditions likely to be encountered by an individual working alone and as part of a team.

This unit has been identified by industry as suitable for holistic assessment with:

CSCORG002 Communicate effectively

Refer to advice in the CSC Assessment Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Follow security procedures

1.1 Identify all security and emergency procedures relevant to own work role.

1.2 Implement relevant security procedures according to the level of risk.

1.3 Alert work group members and relevant personnel using appropriate equipment and terminology for emergency warnings.

1.4 Report potential breaches of security and/or faults to appropriate authority.

1.5 Participate in the routine review of security procedures and responses according to own level of responsibility.

2. Maintain security of information

2.1 Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in a form accessible to authorised personnel.

2.2 Relay relevant information to authorised personnel on the movement and circumstances of offenders.

2.3 Respond to requests for information promptly and according to agreed procedures, ensuring information is accurate, relevant and complete.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.

using equipment for the purpose and in the manner intended and authorised

operating and checking routine activities and equipment for security factors

using information systems

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

organisation’s values, objectives, policies and procedures related to security

risks factors related to security

duty of care responsibilities and requirements

Valid assessment of this unit requires access to a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of security conditions likely to be encountered by an individual working alone and as part of a team.

This unit has been identified by industry as suitable for holistic assessment with:

CSCORG002 Communicate effectively

Refer to advice in the CSC Assessment Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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
Identify all security and emergency procedures relevant to own work role. 
Implement relevant security procedures according to the level of risk. 
Alert work group members and relevant personnel using appropriate equipment and terminology for emergency warnings. 
Report potential breaches of security and/or faults to appropriate authority. 
Participate in the routine review of security procedures and responses according to own level of responsibility. 
Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in a form accessible to authorised personnel. 
Relay relevant information to authorised personnel on the movement and circumstances of offenders. 
Respond to requests for information promptly and according to agreed procedures, ensuring information is accurate, relevant and complete. 
Identify all security and emergency procedures relevant to own work role. 
Implement relevant security procedures according to the level of risk. 
Alert work group members and relevant personnel using appropriate equipment and terminology for emergency warnings. 
Report potential breaches of security and/or faults to appropriate authority. 
Participate in the routine review of security procedures and responses according to own level of responsibility. 
Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in a form accessible to authorised personnel. 
Relay relevant information to authorised personnel on the movement and circumstances of offenders. 
Respond to requests for information promptly and according to agreed procedures, ensuring information is accurate, relevant and complete. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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