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

PSPBORD302A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use border protection technology equipment

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPBORD302A - Use border protection technology equipment
Description This unit covers the application of specialist technology used to support border protection operations including surveillance, remote operations, passenger operations, cargo, post, and waterfront. It includes deploying equipment, operating and maintaining equipment, gathering and reporting information, and reporting on and reviewing technology activities.In practice, using border protection technology equipment may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector workplace activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, working effectively, using teamwork, applying workplace safety procedures, etc. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Border Protection.
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: Deploy equipment
  • Equipment is selected and deployed to support the operation.
  • Equipment is allocated according to work priorities.
  • Equipment allocation is re-scheduled upon changes in demand/priorities as required.
  • Equipment is transported according to manufacturers' recommendations.
       
Element: Operate equipment
  • Equipment is operated in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions, organisational policy, procedures and guidelines.
  • The most effective use is made of equipment.
  • Occupational health and safety issues relating to equipment operation are identified and addressed in a timely manner.
  • The results of equipment use are interpreted correctly in accordance with organisational requirements.
       
Element: Maintain equipment
  • Equipment is maintained to manufacturers' specifications, organisational policy, procedures and guidelines.
  • Routine maintenance of equipment is conducted or organised according to schedule and within area of work responsibility.
  • Repairs to equipment are organised with the appropriate person as soon as practicable.
  • Equipment failure is reported to the appropriate person as soon as practicable.
       
Element: Gather and report information
       
Element: Initiative is used to identify possible information.
  • Information is recorded accurately.
  • Privacy and other legislative requirements are complied with.
  • Information is reported to relevant personnel in an accurate and timely manner.
       
Element: Report on and review technology activities
  • Outcomes of technology activities are recorded and disseminated to staff.
  • The outcomes, procedures and processes used in activities are evaluated.
  • Improvements to procedures and processes are identified and actioned.
       


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 specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPBORD301A Conduct patrols

PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities

PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information

PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

use of border protection technology equipment in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to the use of security equipment

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when using a range of technology equipment

Where and how to assess evidence

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 when using border protection technology equipment, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

use and maintenance of border protection technology equipment in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

demonstration

observation

portfolios

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence 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

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.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

selecting, operating and maintaining equipment to achieve desired outcomes

identifying and addressing occupational health and safety and environmental risks and issues associated with equipment use

maintaining attention to detail and accuracy

analysing and correctly interpreting information generated

applying decision making using sound judgment

suggesting improvements to procedures

planning, prioritizing and problem solving

liaising, consulting and communicating with diverse audiences, conveying sometimes complex information orally and in writing

accurately recording and reporting information

responding to diversity including gender and disability

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

application of different types of technology

Australian legal framework as it applies to the conduct of patrols

enabling and allied legislation

policy, procedures, guidelines, protocols

jurisdictional and organisational values/ethics and codes of conduct

the organisation's corporate planning cycle and risk management policy and practices

confidentiality, privacy and security issues

equity and diversity principles

occupational health and safety and environment legislation, policies and guidelines

communication systems relevant to the workplace including communications network and radio protocols

risk assessment techniques

equipment operation, usage and maintenance procedures

reporting procedures

evidence handling and storage

profiles and trends

statements

workplace and industry environment

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Relevant equipment may include:

specialist equipment used for customs, quarantine, import and export inspections

closed circuit television (CCTV)

microwave closed circuit television

communication networks including:

UHF

VHF

HF

satphone

covert communication equipment

DVP and coder

trace particle detectors (e.g. Ionscan)

night vision devices (NVDs)

portable surveillance/inspection equipment, including:

SLR

digital still and digital video cameras

X-ray

microscopes

fumigation monitors

gas monitors

heat treatment cabinet

Appropriate person may include:

supervisor

other staff

contractor

manufacturer

Relevant information may include:

addresses

business cards

invoices/bills of lading/or other documents

letters

maps/charts

names

photographs

reasonable grounds for search

telephone numbers

Relevant personnel may include:

intelligence

managers/supervisors

research and analysis

staff in other agencies

staff in other work areas

targeting and analysis

Outcomes of technology activities may include:

alarm

plasmagram

still photographs

video tapes

X-ray images

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
Equipment is selected and deployed to support the operation. 
Equipment is allocated according to work priorities. 
Equipment allocation is re-scheduled upon changes in demand/priorities as required. 
Equipment is transported according to manufacturers' recommendations. 
Equipment is operated in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions, organisational policy, procedures and guidelines. 
The most effective use is made of equipment. 
Occupational health and safety issues relating to equipment operation are identified and addressed in a timely manner. 
The results of equipment use are interpreted correctly in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Equipment is maintained to manufacturers' specifications, organisational policy, procedures and guidelines. 
Routine maintenance of equipment is conducted or organised according to schedule and within area of work responsibility. 
Repairs to equipment are organised with the appropriate person as soon as practicable. 
Equipment failure is reported to the appropriate person as soon as practicable. 
 
Information is recorded accurately. 
Privacy and other legislative requirements are complied with. 
Information is reported to relevant personnel in an accurate and timely manner. 
Outcomes of technology activities are recorded and disseminated to staff. 
The outcomes, procedures and processes used in activities are evaluated. 
Improvements to procedures and processes are identified and actioned. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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