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

PSPREG007 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Make arrests

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency PSPREG007 - Make arrests
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to make arrests. It includes making the decision to arrest, performing arrests and preparing and submitting related documentation. This unit applies to those working in a role where they will be required to arrest persons under powers provided by legislation.This unit applies to those working in public sector roles conducting regulatory activities.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.Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.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.

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Regulatory
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: Make decision to arrest
  • Assess circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law.
  • Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others.
  • Request assistance promptly as required.
       
Element: Perform arrest
  • Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest.
  • Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others.
  • Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures.
       
Element: Prepare and submit documentation
  • Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law.
       
Element: Make decision to arrest
  • Assess circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law.
  • Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others.
  • Request assistance promptly as required.
       
Element: Perform arrest
  • Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest.
  • Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others.
  • Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures.
       
Element: Prepare and submit documentation
  • Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law.
       


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. Make decision to arrest

1.1 Assess circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law.

1.2 Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others.

1.3 Request assistance promptly as required.

2. Perform arrest

2.1 Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest.

2.2 Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others.

2.3 Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures.

3. Prepare and submit documentation

3.1 Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law.

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.

engaging in communication, negotiation and conflict resolution with alleged offenders from diverse backgrounds

using techniques to protect personal safety including restraint techniques for suspects

writing, requiring precision of expression and formality of structure and style

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.

offences under the enabling legislation

legislative powers of arrest and limits of authority

organisational policy and procedures relating to arrest

rights of alleged offenders

formal caution

terminology used in legislation and procedures

communication and conflict resolution techniques relating to arrest

equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation


Submission Requirements

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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. Make decision to arrest

1.1 Assess circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law.

1.2 Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others.

1.3 Request assistance promptly as required.

2. Perform arrest

2.1 Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest.

2.2 Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others.

2.3 Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures.

3. Prepare and submit documentation

3.1 Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law.

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 circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law. 
Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others. 
Request assistance promptly as required. 
Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest. 
Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others. 
Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures. 
Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law. 
Assess circumstances and determine arrest to be the appropriate response decision in relation to the alleged breach of law. 
Assess situation to ensure the arrest can be made without endangering self or others. 
Request assistance promptly as required. 
Carry out all legal and administrative requirements when performing arrest. 
Use conflict de-escalation techniques as necessary to avoid force and maintain the safety of self and others. 
Conduct any arrest, restraint and/or transport actions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures. 
Complete documentation that is accurate, relevant, complete, and prepare and submit within the required timeframe, as required by law. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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