Assessor Resource
POLCOV015
Manage stress in a covert environment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit describes the skills required to manage personal stress and support others when working in a covert environment.
This unit applies to those working as police officers involved in covert environments. Individuals may be tasked additional responsibilities by their jurisdiction.
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 work health and safety (WHS).
Those undertaking this unit would work both autonomously and within teams as required. They would be required to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to effectively engage with human sources. The individual would demonstrate ethical and professional policing qualities while performing complex tasks and show adaptability across a broad range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to the unit at the time of publication.
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