Assessor Resource

DEFIN012A
Perform mobile surveillance

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit is applicable to workers within the intelligence environment.

Application of this unit involves driving safely while using appropriate vehicle surveillance techniques.

This unit covers the competency required to perform mobile surveillance covertly on a subject.

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.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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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.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

drive while performing covert surveillance duties

employ vehicle surveillance techniques

make effective covert transitions

gather intelligence and evidence

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated surveillance context.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed over time in a range of workplace or simulated surveillance situations.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

vehicle

surveillance equipment

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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

Required Skills

analyse situations to identify appropriate choice of surveillance equipment, cover story, props and observation posts or surveillance distance

communicate effectively (present information, report and record information and advise stakeholders)

design and conduct briefings/debriefings to operatives, case officers and key stakeholders

develop a range of plausible cover stories and dress, and behave appropriately in a covert surveillance operation

drive under a range of operational conditions

maintain situational awareness to interpret and analyse data and situations

perform a range of verbal and non-verbal communications and use appropriate body language

use and adapt cover props

Required Knowledge

anti-surveillance techniques

counter surveillance techniques

current public interest immunity provisions

ethical practice and cultural issues relevant to surveillance operations

foot surveillance systems

functions, limitations and effectiveness of props

organisational policies and procedures regarding the vehicle surveillance

range of surveillance and public vehicles

relevant work health and safety (WHS) issues relating to the surveillance role

resources available to support the surveillance operation

role and function of other agencies that conduct surveillance

security issues and classifications

surveillance principles and techniques

theory and practice of cover, distance and timing

traffic rules and regulations

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.

Surveillance environments may include:

effect of weather on roads

motorways traffic pattern and density

narrow spaces

road surfaces

rural roads

urban roads

visibility

daylight and night time

public and other legally accessible places

public transport

quiet and busy streets

rural areas

suburban areas

Dress may include:

bland design and colour

no distinct markings

suitable for the environment externally or internally fitted tracking devices

Appearance needs to:

be appropriate to the environment

fit the cover story

Props may include:

briefcase

business dress

newspapers

worker’s clothes

worker’s implements

Cover stories need to be:

able to undergo scrutiny

appropriate to the environment

plausible

relevant

vague (in order to prevent further interest)

Cover may include:

buildings

doorways

line of sight (obscure in relation to the target)

parked vehicles

pedestrians

Distance may include:

appropriate to available cover

appropriate to environment

appropriate to pedestrian density

Timing may include:

approach to and dealing with hazards

carrying out a manoeuvre

entering a building

leaving a building

Communication may include:

body language

covert radio usage

hand signals

mobile telephone

public telephone

Surveillance techniques may include:

boxing

other road users

other team members

parallel routes

single crewed

stationary vehicles

topography

technically assisted

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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
Surveillance vehicle is driven and manoeuvred safely in all locations and conditions in accordance with organisational requirements 
Traffic conditions are monitored and acted upon to enable safe operation in accordance with organisational requirements 
Safe and smooth driving is maintained while communicating with the surveillance team 
Surveillance driving techniques are adapted to varying surveillance environments 
Driving standards and manoeuvres that do not draw attention to the surveillance vehicle are employed 
Dress, appearance and props appropriate to the surveillance environment are chosen 
Range of plausible cover stories appropriate to appearance and the surveillance environment are used to enhance effectiveness 
Cover, distance and timing are used to minimise the risk of exposure and to maintain contact with the subject 
Appropriate techniques are used to communicate covertly 
Surveillance equipment carried is concealed or disguised to prevent compromise and exposure 
Appropriate search techniques to relocate the subject are applied after losses 
Surveillance vehicle is driven, parked or positioned to maintain contact with the subject while minimising the risk of compromise 
Operatives are concealed within vehicles to minimise the risk of compromise 
Static positions are strategically chosen to optimise coverage of the subject during transitions 
Vehicle surveillance is performed to effectively support foot surveillance 
Transitions between vehicle and foot surveillance are performed in a timely manner 
Vehicle positions are chosen to allow for covert recovery of members performing foot surveillance 
Surveillance techniques are employed to collect intelligence and evidence covertly during vehicle surveillance 
Intelligence and evidence is gathered and maintained in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 

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