Certificate III in Technical Security
Not Applicable
Subjects
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To achieve recognition at the Certificate III level, the candidate must demonstrate competency in the ten core units, plus four electives (total fourteen units). Up to two of the required electives may be selected from other | |
Core units | |
Maintain workplace safety in the security industry | |
Coordinate a quality security service to customers | |
Identify technical security requirements | |
Program security equipment and system | |
Test installed security equipment and system | |
Commission and decommission security equipment and system | |
Identify and diagnose electronic security equipment and system fault | |
Plan and coordinate installation of security equipment and system | |
Maintain and service security equipment and system | |
Install, maintain and modify customer premises communication cabling: ACA Open Rule | |
Elective units | |
Provide workplace information and resourcing plans | |
Lead small teams in the security industry | |
Prepare and present security documentation and reports | |
Install biometrics equipment and systems | |
Identify and diagnose biometric system fault | |
Identify and diagnose CCTV equipment and system fault | |
Establish and set up electronic monitoring parameters | |
Maintain and repair mechanical lock and locking system | |
Determine security equipment and system modifications | |
Configure a security system | |
Provide estimate and quote on security system | |
Maintain effective relationships with security clients | |
Modify and repair security equipment and system | |
Pathways...
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Licensing Information
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
Employability Skills Qualification Summary | |
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include the following facets: |
Communication | apply literacy skills to: assess and use workplace information interpret and understand basic legal, financial, procedural and technical requirements process workplace documentation read and record data apply numeracy skills to: record and collate accurately undertake basic computations ask for advice, feedback and clarification where appropriate communicate demonstrating social and cultural sensitivity and respect communicate in a clear and concise manner, in written and verbal modes draw security system schematics and specifications explain OHS requirements to others handle customer complaints sensitively and courteously interpret and follow a range of documents including relevant legislative, regulatory, licensing and organisational requirements; codes and standards; plans, designs and specifications; work orders; manufacturers' specifications; charts and diagrams; and occupational health and safety (OHS) interpret data, information and specifications prepare and complete routine business documentation including security assessment reports; test reports; work logs; orders, invoices and supply requisitions; and quotes provide feedback to others report and record faulty security equipment, tools and systems understand technical industry terminology and meanings of symbols use interactive communication techniques to elicit and clarify information |
Teamwork | apply interpersonal skills including cooperation and flexibility build and maintain effective working relationships with team members implement procedures to encourage others' contributions to OHS management lead, supervise, coach and mentor team members and monitor performance provide assistance to team members as required relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities seek assistance where appropriate understand own and team members' roles and responsibilities |
Problem solving | identify and manage risks and hazards and applies emergency control measures identify, diagnose and rectify a range of malfunctioning security equipment perform various calculations relating to pricing estimates for labour, equipment and materials, time and quantities resolve conflict resolve customer service problems solve routine problems |
Initiative and enterprise | adapt service to meet customer requirements apply analytical skills customise equipment and systems to client requirements evaluate security equipment and system design options interpret and act upon available information using discretion and judgement recommend improvements to policies and procedures |
Planning and organising | gather information to assist in designing modifications maintain records and information systems organise and allocate resources and schedule work plan and adhere to OHS requirements plan, schedule, coordinate and supervise installation of a range of security equipment and systems prepare for programming and testing work, commissioning and decommissioning, fault diagnosis and maintenance work prepare work orders and plan for contingencies update and maintain relevant information and records |
Self management | organise work methodically present a professional image prioritise daily activities understand limitations of own role and responsibilities use personal protective equipment according to OHS guidelines use time management skills |
Learning | identify and provide advice on individuals' and teams' OHS training needs update skills and knowledge to accommodate changes in: client enquiries technical security services and products equipment installation, maintenance and operating procedures |
Technology | check equipment to ensure it is in safe working order operate appropriate equipment according to task requirements and manufacturer specifications organise repair work for unsafe or faulty tools and equipment program, configure, test, commission and decommission a range of security equipment and systems understand electrical concepts use and check a range of tools and equipment use computers and understand relevant computer software types and functions |
Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry/enterprise requirements described above for each Employability Skill are representative of the property industry in general and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.
This table is a summary of Employability Skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.