Assessor Resource

PSPREG406C
Make arrests

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Not applicable.

This unit covers the competency to arrest persons under powers provided by various legislation. It includes making the decision to arrest, performing arrests and preparing and submitting documentation.

In practice, making arrests may overlap with other generalist and specialist public sector work activities such as exercising regulatory powers, acting ethically, complying with public sector legislation, acting on non-compliance, applying government processes, etc.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

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

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 specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV408A Value diversity

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers

PSPREG405B Act on non-compliance

Overview of evidence requirements

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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

arrests made in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, regulations, policy, guidelines and standards

public sector values and codes of conduct

wording of formal caution, and other legal and administrative requirements

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when making arrests

Where and how to assess evidence

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 when making arrests, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

arrests made in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

demonstration

observation

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence 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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

engaging in communication, negotiation and conflict resolution with alleged offenders from diverse backgrounds

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

using techniques to protect personal safety including restraint techniques for suspects

writing, requiring precision of expression and formality of structure and style

applying public sector legislation, such as occupational health and safety and environmental processes relating to the safety of self and others in the context of making arrests

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

offences under the enabling legislation

legislative powers of arrest and limits of authority

organisational policy and procedures relating to arrest

rights of alleged offender

formal caution

terminology used in legislation and procedures

communication and conflict resolution techniques relating to arrest

equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment relating to arrests

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Legislation, policy and procedures may include:

enabling legislation

State/Territory or Commonwealth policy and procedures

organisational procedures and processes

codes of conduct

equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination law

Assistance may include:

other officers

other jurisdictions

other organisations

police

Legal and administrative requirements relating to arrest may include:

telling person of the decision to arrest

identifying self and authority to arrest

identifying nature of offence, and ensuring alleged offender understands this

reading the suspect their rights/giving the formal verbal caution

State/Territory or Commonwealth procedures and guidelines

organisational procedures/guidelines

Documentation may include:

recording facts in notebook

incident report

appointment certificate

police statement

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
Circumstances are assessed and arrest is determined to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law 
Assessment is carried out to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures 
When assistance is required, requests are made in a timely manner and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
When performing arrest, all legal and administrative requirements are carried out 
Conflict de-escalation techniques are used as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others 
Any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions are conducted in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures 
Documentation is completed that is accurate, relevant, complete, and is prepared and submitted within the required timeframe, as required by law and organisational policy and procedures 
Circumstances are assessed and arrest is determined to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law. 
Assessment is carried out to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures. 
When assistance is required, requests are made in a timely manner and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
When performing arrest, all legal and administrative requirements are carried out. 
Conflict de-escalation techniques are used as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others. 
Any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions are conducted in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures. 
Documentation is completed that is accurate, relevant, complete, and is prepared and submitted within the required timeframe, as required by law and organisational policy and procedures. 

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