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

SFICPL404 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate an observation post

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SFICPL404 - Operate an observation post
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate an observation post as part of a surveillance team. The unit applies to individuals who work in surveillance teams to operate the post in a manner consistent with maintaining the covert nature of the surveillance activity, record observations and close down the post at the end of the operation.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Participate in selection of the observation post position
  • Assess suitability of potential observation posts against the aims and objectives of the operation and security issues
  • Contribute to selection of appropriate observation post
  • Liaise with other areas within the organisation and outside agencies as appropriate
  • Cover subject movements through appropriate observation positioning, and according to relevant jurisdictional policies, legislative and procedural requirements
       
Element: Participate in establishment of the observation post
  • Contribution to installation and operation of communication equipment
  • Establish appropriate recording facilities
  • Establish observation post covertly and securely, and according to health and safety requirements
       
Element: Participate in maintenance of observation post
  • Operate observation post according to security procedures
  • Ensure demeanour and dress are consistent with the environment
  • Ensure surveillance positions are not compromised during arrival and departure from observation post
  • Conceal or disguise equipment when being used in surveillance operations
  • Maintain security of equipment and evidence and covert nature of the operation when observation post is not in use
  • Recognise and apply counter-surveillance measures as appropriate
  • Recognise and apply anti-surveillance techniques according to legislative and procedural requirements
       
Element: Record observations
  • Identify the subject correctly
  • Make accurate observations and keep appropriate records according to evidentiary requirements
  • Use relevant recording procedures according to relevant jurisdictional policies and legislative requirements
  • Identify subject exit and entry points
  • Complete running sheets according to the prescribed format
  • Disseminate surveillance product in a timely and acceptable manner where required
       
Element: Close down the observation post
  • Clear the observation post site of agency surveillance presence
  • Account for and return equipment according to procedural requirements
  • Undertake debriefing with others in organisation and outside agencies as required
       

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.
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 suitability of potential observation posts against the aims and objectives of the operation and security issues 
Contribute to selection of appropriate observation post 
Liaise with other areas within the organisation and outside agencies as appropriate 
Cover subject movements through appropriate observation positioning, and according to relevant jurisdictional policies, legislative and procedural requirements 
Contribution to installation and operation of communication equipment 
Establish appropriate recording facilities 
Establish observation post covertly and securely, and according to health and safety requirements 
Operate observation post according to security procedures 
Ensure demeanour and dress are consistent with the environment 
Ensure surveillance positions are not compromised during arrival and departure from observation post 
Conceal or disguise equipment when being used in surveillance operations 
Maintain security of equipment and evidence and covert nature of the operation when observation post is not in use 
Recognise and apply counter-surveillance measures as appropriate 
Recognise and apply anti-surveillance techniques according to legislative and procedural requirements 
Identify the subject correctly 
Make accurate observations and keep appropriate records according to evidentiary requirements 
Use relevant recording procedures according to relevant jurisdictional policies and legislative requirements 
Identify subject exit and entry points 
Complete running sheets according to the prescribed format 
Disseminate surveillance product in a timely and acceptable manner where required 
Clear the observation post site of agency surveillance presence 
Account for and return equipment according to procedural requirements 
Undertake debriefing with others in organisation and outside agencies as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

SFICPL404 - Operate an observation post
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Assessment Record Sheet

SFICPL404 - Operate an observation post

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