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

CSCDOG005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Train detector dogs

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CSCDOG005 - Train detector dogs
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to train dogs, maintain dog proficiency and deploy dogs in an operational environment. It outlines the skills required to record and report on the proficiency of detector dogs.This unit applies to those working with and training detector dogs. The unit may be customised, particularly regarding the context in which dogs work. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to dog training methods and preservation of crime scenes and evidence.A person undertaking this unit would usually work autonomously using support from mostly familiar resources but may also work in small teams. The role requires complex task organisation and application of moderate analytical skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Dog handling
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: Identify the role of the detector dog
  • Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation.
       
Element: Train and maintain skills proficiency in detector dogs
  • Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs.
  • Use approved training methods.
  • Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement.
  • Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection.
  • Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation.
       
Element: Conduct an operational deployment of a detector dog
  • Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need.
  • Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies.
  • Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently.
  • Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation.
  • Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour.
  • Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation.
       
Element: Identify the role of the detector dog
  • Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation.
       
Element: Train and maintain skills proficiency in detector dogs
  • Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs.
  • Use approved training methods.
  • Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement.
  • Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection.
  • Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation.
       
Element: Conduct an operational deployment of a detector dog
  • Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need.
  • Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies.
  • Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently.
  • Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation.
  • Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour.
  • Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify the role of the detector dog

1.1 Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation.

2. Train and maintain skills proficiency in detector dogs

2.1 Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs.

2.2 Use approved training methods.

2.3 Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement.

2.4 Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection.

2.5 Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation.

3. Conduct an operational deployment of a detector dog

3.1 Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need.

3.2 Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies.

3.3 Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently.

3.4 Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation.

3.5 Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour.

3.6 Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify the role of the detector dog

1.1 Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation.

2. Train and maintain skills proficiency in detector dogs

2.1 Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs.

2.2 Use approved training methods.

2.3 Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement.

2.4 Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection.

2.5 Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation.

3. Conduct an operational deployment of a detector dog

3.1 Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need.

3.2 Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies.

3.3 Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently.

3.4 Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation.

3.5 Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour.

3.6 Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation.

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
Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation. 
Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs. 
Use approved training methods. 
Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement. 
Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection. 
Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation. 
Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need. 
Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies. 
Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently. 
Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation. 
Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour. 
Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation. 
Identify the role of the detector dog in the organisation. 
Identify factors that affect the training and proficiency maintenance of detector dogs. 
Use approved training methods. 
Determine positive indicators of a target odour through repetitive exposure and positive reinforcement. 
Monitor and interpret the outcomes of training and operational deployment, applying appropriate remedial exercises that maintain the validity of the detection. 
Assess the training of the dog regularly against the guidelines of the organisation. 
Deploy the detector dog to detect target odours in a range of areas and situations determined by organisational need. 
Deploy the detector dog according to organisational guidelines and workplace health and safety policies. 
Identify external factors that limit the capabilities of the detector dog to function efficiently. 
Interpret the behaviour and responses of the detector dog and take action as determined by the organisation. 
Interact with the detector dog to maintain an effective level of working behaviour. 
Follow organisational guidelines on the preservation of evidence and maintenance of the integrity of a crime scene/detection situation. 

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