Assessor Resource

PUAPOL005B
Use and maintain operational equipment

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.

This unit covers the competency to safely use and, where required, maintain administrative and general field based police equipment.

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

Prerequisites

Nil

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 Skill 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.

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

It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in observance of all safety principles for self and others

Equipment is used in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer's guidelines and complies with OH&S legislation

Consistency in performance

Evidence of competency in this unit will need to be gathered over time and from across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environment. In the case of weapons and 'use of force' equipment, assessment should be undertaken in simulated workplace settings

Specific resources for assessment

Access to equipment identified within the Range Statement

Access to weapons firing ranges

Guidance information for assessment

Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

using office equipment to produce, file, send/receive and secure documents, reports, proformas, maintenance/usage logs

using all types of commonly available police communications equipment

using audio and visual recording to produce evidence that is acceptable in courts

using accoutrements/appointments to resolve situations

deploying safety equipment at accident, crime, incident or other emergency situations

undertaking routine equipment maintenance

maintaining a professional safety first attitude to the use of police equipment

applying driving skills, ie. system of car control, pull push steering

Required Knowledge

jurisdictional laws, policy and procedures covering the use of administrative and operational equipment

required document layouts, styles and filing mechanisms

organisational computer systems/document security system requirements

the organisation's radio communication call signs, codes and phonetic alphabet

the legal parameters and organisational policies governing the 'use of force' and 'use of lethal force'

the various types of equipment maintenance logs/damage reports required and when they must be completed

the safety practices that must be followed when using police equipment

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.

Office equipment should cover the complete range of general administrative equipment normally found in Police Stations may include

computer systems for document production

data storage and retrieval

typewriters

printers/photocopiers

facsimiles

filing cabinets

Maintenance/service tasks may include

use of computer covers and cleaning equipment

changing ink/toner cartridges in printers/photocopiers

installing paper and fax rolls

clearing paper jams

Security procedures for ensuring security of documentation and equipment may include

access restrictions to equipment through passwords

log-in codes

equipment locks

restricted areas

Breakdowns and faults to be considered may include

computer system software/hardware failures

physical damage to equipment

poor print quality

and may require reporting to the organisation's 'IT Helpline' or the officer delegated to handle such matters

Communication equipment may include

police radios (mobile and 'in car')

'in car' computer systems

loud hailers/PA systems

telephones (fixed and mobile)

Appropriate language

Appropriate language is that language style sanctioned by an organisation via its operational procedures manual

Interview and evidence-recording equipment may include

audiotape recorders

video cameras and recording equipment

SLR cameras authorised by the organisation for the purposes of recording interviews, statements etc that can be tendered as evidence

In some organisations interview and evidence recording equipment may also include basic fingerprinting equipment Use of the equipment should also cover the authorisation, storage and filing of tapes/film (original and duplicates)

Accoutrements may include

standard/general issue batons

handcuffs

service revolver/pistols and other organisationally sanctioned/legal personal protection devices such as Oleo-Capsicum Sprays

Due consideration and regard may include

quick and accurate analysis of the situational risks present

quick and accurate analysis of the risks arising from the application of available/potential response strategies

determining and implementing the response that will maximise the safety and security for all concerned

Basic safety equipment in the context of this unit may include

wet weather and protective clothing including reflective safety vests

rubber gloves

protective glasses

riot shields/helmets and face masks, etc.

light wands, portable flashing lights, reflective and illuminated signs, hand held spotlights

safety barriers, 'witches hats' and may be used in a variety of incident settings such as: traffic accidents, hazardous material spillages, etc

crowd control at sporting events, rallies, demonstrations, blockades, etc.

mobile RBT stations, mobile vehicle inspection/search sites, etc

in support of other emergency service agencies such as at natural disasters, fires

Computer applications may include

specific computer applications

word processing

data entry and/or retrieval such as NEPI or COPS

Vehicle preparation include

checking the vehicle for safe operation

ensuring appropriate equipment is available

checking emergency equipment is operational

Environmental considerations may include

terrain

weather conditions

traffic density

lighting

road surface

Vehicle sympathy may include

vehicle movements are within limitations and in line with manufacturer's specification

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
Requisite documentation is accurately produced, copied, filed, stored, transmitted and disposed of in accordance with organisational guidelines 
User facilitated equipment maintenance/service tasks are carried out according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policy 
Equipment and document security procedures are complied with 
Breakdowns and faults are reported as per organisational procedures 
Police communication equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and organisational guidelines 
Correct radio/telephone procedures and phonetic alphabet are used when communicating 
Appropriate, concise and accurate language is used at all times 
Computing equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and organisational guidelines 
Security of information and equipment is undertaken in accordance with organisational guidelines 
Computer applications appropriate to the specialised area's tasks are used effectively to achieve work tasks 
Accoutrements are at all times used strictly in accordance with jurisdictional laws, policy and guidelines 
Accoutrements are, at all times, used with due regard to personal safety and that of others 
Organisational requirements for weapons skills maintenance are complied with 
Maintenance of accoutrements is undertaken in accordance with required organisational procedures and any losses, damage and/or faults immediately reported to the appropriate officer 
Documentation relating to accoutrements use is accurately prepared and submitted in accordance with organisational requirements 
Safety equipment is operated correctly and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and organisational policy and procedures 
Safety equipment is cleaned, returned and stored in accordance with organisational requirements 
Faults, breakdowns and/or deficiencies in safety clothing and equipment are immediately reported to responsible officer 
Vehicle is prepared for operational use in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures 
Vehicle is operated in accordance with environmental conditions, operational requirements and vehicle sympathy 
Organisational requirements for emergency and operational driving are complied with 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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