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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify suitable covert observation points
   • Surveillance techniques are applied to lessen the risk of compromise during reconnaissance of locations
   • Static positions are strategically chosen to optimise coverage of the subject
   • Observation points are selected to minimise the chance of exposure or compromise
   • Alternative observations points are identified to accommodate a range of contingencies
2. Employ static surveillance
   • Static surveillance techniques are employed to ensure operational security and safety
   • Range of plausible cover stories appropriate to appearance and the surveillance environment is used to enhance effectiveness
   • Appropriate techniques are used to communicate covertly
   • Surveillance equipment is concealed or disguised to prevent exposure or compromise
   • Situational awareness is displayed when entering/exiting static surveillance posts to minimise risks of compromise
   • Operative safety is monitored and assessed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
3. Gather intelligence and evidence
   • Surveillance techniques are employed to collect intelligence covertly during static surveillance
   • Intelligence is gathered and maintained in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

Required Skills

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 develop a range of plausible cover stories and dress and behave appropriately in a covert surveillance operation perform a range of verbal and nonverbal communications and use appropriate body language use and adapt cover props

Required Knowledge

antisurveillance techniques counter surveillance techniques ethical practice and cultural issues relevant to surveillance operations foot surveillance systems functions limitations and effectiveness of props 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

Evidence Required

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 identify suitable covert observation points employ static surveillance gather intelligence 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 image capturing and recording equipment communications or other 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 andor 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 industryapproved 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

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Range Statement

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 techniques may include:	Approach to and dealing with hazards Awareness of unwanted attention (third party) Buildings Carrying out a manoeuvre Covert Doorways Entering a building Leaving a building Line of sight (obscure in relation to the target) Non-threatening position in relation to the subject Parked vehicles Pedestrians Positions may include one or more locations that allow for control of the subject/s
Observation points may include:	Long-term observation posts from covert premises or other locations Short-term observation points from vehicles or other locations Short-term observation points while on foot
Cover stories need to be:	Able to undergo scrutiny Appropriate to the environment Plausible Relevant Vague (in order to prevent further interest)

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