This unit describes the skills required to follow security procedures in an explosive workplace environment, including but not limited to:

freight forwarding and customs broking areas

operational areas

ranges

road, rail, aviation, and maritime transport

training areas

warehousing and distribution points

It includes checking and maintaining the security of any goods and cargo; ensuring the security of workplace personnel and visitors; identifying and reporting any security threats or situations; and completing all required security records.

This unit was developed for those working within an explosive workplace. While developed by Defence, it is applicable to any individual in this field of 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.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine tasks in a range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Maintain security of goods and cargo

1.1

Secure goods and cargo, within specified locations, transport vehicles, vessels or aircraft

1.2

Check and maintain seals, tamper proof packaging, locks and other security measures on goods or cargo

1.3

Recognise and report signs of pillaging, theft and interference

1.4

Recognise signs of suspicious goods and cargo and report to designated personnel

1.5

Report any breaches of security requirements to designated personnel

2

Maintain security of workplace personnel and visitors

2.1

Carry out security checks of workplace personnel and visitors where applicable

2.2

Follow precautions and measures aimed at protecting the security of workplace personnel and visitors

2.3

Recognise and investigate signs of security threats

2.4

Recognise signs of suspicious behaviour and report them to designated personnel

2.5

Report any breaches of security requirements for workplace personnel and visitors to designated personnel

3

Identify a security threat or situation

3.1

Identify and assess security threat or situation and prioritise response

3.2

Evaluate implications of the security threat or situation

3.3

Alert relevant personnel to the security threat or situation

4

Respond to a security threat or situation

4.1

Handle security threats or incidents in accordance with established response plan and within limits of responsibility and duty of care

4.2

Provide assistance in controlling the site both prior to and following arrival of security and/or emergency services

5

Maintain security records

5.1

Maintain records of security checks and precautions

5.2

Complete reports of security incidents or threats

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

applying security procedures within an explosive workplace

completing organisational security incident reports

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and includes:

operational knowledge of:

identification of possible security threats/incidents

organisation security procedures

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Not applicable.

Explosive Ordnance