Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPPSEC3031A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Organise and operate a surveillance vehicle

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPSEC3031A - Organise and operate a surveillance vehicle
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select a suitable surveillance vehicle to perform required investigative duties. It requires the ability to operate a vehicle to perform both static and mobile surveillance functions while following road and traffic laws and assignment instructions. It also requires the ability to use surveillance equipment to gather information and evidence.This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons engaged in investigative work in those states and territories where these are regulated activities.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency has application in a range of work roles in investigative services. Work is performed under limited supervision and competency requires some judgement and decision-making. The knowledge and skills described in this unit are to be applied within relevant legislative guidelines.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field Investigative services
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Select vehicle.
  • Assignment instructions and relevant information is used to identify vehicle requirements in accordance with client and legislative requirements.
  • Vehicle is selected based on assessment of all factors and confirmed with relevant persons.
  • Routine pre-operational checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
  • Faults and malfunctions are reported and action initiated to rectify problems or seek replacement as appropriate.
  • Consumables and spares are obtained to allow for contingencies in accordance with investigation objectives.
       
Element: Equip and maintain vehicle.
  • Suitability of vehicle is checked against required surveillance activities.
  • Internal layout of vehicle is arranged for full use of surveillance equipment.
  • Surveillance equipment is safely secured to maximise comfort and minimise risk in accordance with OHS requirements.
  • Accessibility to stores is maintained during surveillance in accordance with OHS requirements.
       
Element: Operate vehicle.
  • Vehicle is used for surveillance operation in the manner intended in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Driving hazards are anticipated, identified and controlled through the application of safe and defensive driving techniques.
  • Vehicle is driven in a safe and controlled manner to avoid damage to persons, property or the environment.
  • Vehicle is positioned to enable surveillance of person or asset and information gathered in accordance with assignment instructions.
       


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 provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

selecting and safely operating and stocking a surveillance vehicle and equipment to complete investigative activities within required timeframes and assignment instructions

checking suitability of vehicle for surveillance activities and configuring internal layout to safely secure required equipment and stores

carrying out regular safety checks of vehicle, performing routine maintenance, reporting faults for repair

identifying, interpreting and complying with licensing, legal and procedural requirements for operation of a surveillance vehicle.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment includes:

a setting in the workplace or environment that simulates the conditions of performance described in the elements, performance criteria and range statement.

Resource implications for assessment include:

access to a registered provider of assessment services

access to a suitable venue and equipment

access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures

assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book

work schedules, organisational policies and duty statements.

Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment

This unit of competency should be assessed using questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.

Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical.

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

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 skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

advanced driving

apply advanced driving techniques as applies to following from in-front or behind another vehicle and anticipate its movement

communicate using appropriate channels and communication modes

covert observation

identify and comply with applicable legal and procedural requirements, including licensing requirements, relevant to investigative activities

interpret and follow instructions and procedures

navigation

operate basic investigative equipment

organise equipment and resource requirements

participate in meetings and interviews

record, report and document information

relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and of varying physical and mental abilities

risk assessment

source, collect and organise information

surveillance

use and interpret maps and street directories

use listening and recording devices.

Required knowledge

applicable licensing and legal requirements relevant to surveillance

body's reaction to exposure to prolonged heat, cold and confined spaces (vehicle) and strategies to increase endurance

configuration and operation of information gathering equipment used from a vehicle

information gathering techniques

interviewing, reviewing and debriefing processes

laws of trespass

legislative restrictions on the use of recording devices

observation and monitoring techniques

operational functions of a range of investigative equipment and vehicle

principles of effective communication including interpersonal techniques

range of surveillance activities likely to involve use of a vehicle

reliable and verifiable sources of information

reporting and documentation requirements

surveillance techniques.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Assignment instructions may include:

client identification information

incident and security risk response procedures

investigation purpose and objective

investigation tasks and procedures

investigation timeframe

personal presentation requirements

premises location and layout

reporting and documentation requirements

resource and equipment requirements

surveillance plan

travel routes and schedules.

Relevant informationmay include:

applicable legislation and codes of practice

log books

maintenance schedules

manufacturer's instructions

operational plans

operator manual

summary of case history

surveillance terms of reference.

Legislative requirementsmay relate to:

applicable commonwealth, state and territory legislation which affects investigative work such as:

workplace safety

environmental issues

equal employment opportunity

industrial relations

anti-discrimination and diversity

Australian standards and quality assurance

authority to conduct investigation

award and enterprise agreements

evidence collection

freedom of information

licensing arrangements and certification requirements

privacy requirements

relevant industry codes of practice

restrictions on the use of recording devices

surveillance and listening devices.

Factors which may affect vehicle selection may include:

area and distance of operation (eg city, suburbs, country)

cost

personal requirements

range of likely uses

surveillance requirements.

Relevant personsmay include:

manufacturer or car dealer

police

security personnel

supervisor

technical specialist.

Pre-operational checksmay involve:

checking log books and maintenance schedule

cleaning, basic repairs and adjustments

identification and segregation of unsafe or faulty equipment for repair or replacement

observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation

roadworthiness check (age, condition, insurances, licenses and registration)

visual checks for wear and tear.

Manufacturer's instructionsmay be found in:

operator's manual

plans and diagrams

printed instruction leaflets

vehicle

vehicle specifications

warranty documents.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements may relate to:

potential hazards or risks

safety of self and others.

Consumables and sparesmay include:

brake fluid

fuel

spare tyre

water.

Suitability of vehiclemay relate to:

curtains

number plates

paint colour

paint style

radio antennas

roof racks

sporting and tradesmen accessories

wheel covers

window tinting.

Surveillancemay be:

covert

mobile

overt

static.

Surveillance equipmentmay include:

35mm camera

binoculars

diary, note pads and pens

guise, torch, mirrors

measuring tape

mobile phone

night vision equipment

personal hygiene aids

telephone directories, maps, street directories

telephoto lens

tripod

video camera

voice recorders.

Storesmay include:

changes of clothing

disguises

electrical adaptation

food and water

open tool box

personal protective equipment

props (books and magazines, salespersons samples, sporting gear)

repair equipment

toilet fittings.

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
Assignment instructions and relevant information is used to identify vehicle requirements in accordance with client and legislative requirements. 
Vehicle is selected based on assessment of all factors and confirmed with relevant persons. 
Routine pre-operational checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements. 
Faults and malfunctions are reported and action initiated to rectify problems or seek replacement as appropriate. 
Consumables and spares are obtained to allow for contingencies in accordance with investigation objectives. 
Suitability of vehicle is checked against required surveillance activities. 
Internal layout of vehicle is arranged for full use of surveillance equipment. 
Surveillance equipment is safely secured to maximise comfort and minimise risk in accordance with OHS requirements. 
Accessibility to stores is maintained during surveillance in accordance with OHS requirements. 
Vehicle is used for surveillance operation in the manner intended in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 
Driving hazards are anticipated, identified and controlled through the application of safe and defensive driving techniques. 
Vehicle is driven in a safe and controlled manner to avoid damage to persons, property or the environment. 
Vehicle is positioned to enable surveillance of person or asset and information gathered in accordance with assignment instructions. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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