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

CSCOFM006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CSCOFM006 - Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to provide an immediate response to offenders affected by drugs or alcohol and reduce the possibility of harm to the offender or others.This unit applies to those working in a coordinated team to supervise offenders within a secure facility. Working as part of a coordinated team is integral to the role. Customisation will be required to accommodate the different work sites and defined work role contexts in which this unit will be applied. With contextualisation this unit may apply those working with non-offenders in other work environments.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 interaction with offenders, use of force and medical testing for drugs or alcohol.Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support in roles involving routine tasks with a number of familiar steps.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.

Valid assessment of this unit requires a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for dealing with offenders influenced by alcohol and other drugs effectively as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Offender management
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: Provide an immediate response to offender's condition
  • Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses.
  • Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved.
  • Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use.
  • Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately.
  • Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria.
  • Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment.
  • Monitor and record offender’s condition.
       
Element: Reduce the possibility of harm
  • Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines.
  • Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol.
  • Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people.
  • Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency.
  • Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk.
  • Complete incident reports.
       
Element: Provide an immediate response to offender's condition
  • Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses.
  • Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved.
  • Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use.
  • Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately.
  • Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria.
  • Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment.
  • Monitor and record offender’s condition.
       
Element: Reduce the possibility of harm
  • Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines.
  • Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol.
  • Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people.
  • Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency.
  • Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk.
  • Complete incident reports.
       


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. Provide an immediate response to offender's condition

1.1 Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses.

1.2 Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved.

1.3 Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use.

1.4 Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately.

1.5 Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria.

1.6 Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment.

1.7 Monitor and record offender’s condition.

2. Reduce the possibility of harm

2.1 Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines.

2.2 Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol.

2.3 Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people.

2.4 Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency.

2.5 Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk.

2.6 Complete incident reports.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

monitoring behaviour and condition for changes

analysing physical signs for indications of potential problems

providing emergency first aid

working with intoxicated clients in a manner that ensures their safety and that of others

assessing risks in emergencies

applying organisation’s policies and procedures for prevention of harm, including emergency procedures and infection control

completing succinct written reports in the required format

seeking specialist support when required

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

organisation’s policies and procedures related to dealing with clients affected by alcohol and other drugs

understanding of drug or alcohol use, including:

symptoms of drug use and overdose

drugs in the local community, prison and correctional environment

recent and relevant information and policies on alcohol and other drug use

harm minimisation

emergency response procedures, including:

restraint guidelines

isolation guidelines

use of response specialists

first aid

requirements for reports

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

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.

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. Provide an immediate response to offender's condition

1.1 Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses.

1.2 Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved.

1.3 Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use.

1.4 Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately.

1.5 Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria.

1.6 Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment.

1.7 Monitor and record offender’s condition.

2. Reduce the possibility of harm

2.1 Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines.

2.2 Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol.

2.3 Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people.

2.4 Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency.

2.5 Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk.

2.6 Complete incident reports.

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
Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses. 
Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved. 
Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use. 
Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately. 
Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria. 
Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment. 
Monitor and record offender’s condition. 
Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines. 
Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol. 
Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people. 
Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency. 
Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk. 
Complete incident reports. 
Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses. 
Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved. 
Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use. 
Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately. 
Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria. 
Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment. 
Monitor and record offender’s condition. 
Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines. 
Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol. 
Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people. 
Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency. 
Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk. 
Complete incident reports. 

Forms

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