ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Receive surveillance product/s

1.1 Post mission reports and photographs are received and processed at the conclusion of each flight.

1.2 Post mission information is received in accordance with standard operating procedures.

1.3 Post-mission information is checked against the tasking and any shortfall is addressed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

2. Assess photographs

2.1 Photographs are processed and reviewed.

2.2 Contractor photography is assessed and recorded.

2.3 Feedback is provided to contractor within specified timeframe.

3. Process information

3.1 Information is logged in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

3.2 Information is processed according to client requirements.

3.3 Statistics are gathered against agreed criteria.

4. Analyse information

4.1 Information is analysed in accordance with organisational procedures.

4.2 Information requiring immediate attention is identified and conveyed to clients.

4.3 Possible changes to the operational plans are identified.

5. Store and disseminate information

5.1 Information is stored securely and in accordance with standard operating procedures.

5.2 Information is disseminated to the appropriate stakeholders in a secure manner.

5.3 Feedback is sought from stakeholders in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

using technology and equipment

analysing surveillance products and information

using a range of communication and liaison methods with a diverse range of audiences

obtaining and acting on feedback

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying occupational health and safety and environmental procedures in the context of surveillance product analysis

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

enabling and allied legislation

policy, procedures, guidelines, protocols and standard operating procedures

organisational and jurisdictional values/ethics and codes of conduct

surveillance operations

relevant technology and equipment

types of information

client needs

security requirements

effective information management processes

workplace and industry environment

equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment related to analysis of surveillance products

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:

PSPBORD402A Develop surveillance flight routes

PSPBORD403A Review operational schedules

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers

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)

processing and analysis of surveillance products dealing with a range of (3 or more) contexts (or on 3 or more occasions, over time

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to analysis of surveillance products

operational equipment and technology

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when analysing surveillance products

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 analysing surveillance products, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

processing and analysis of surveillance products dealing with a range of (3 or more) contexts (or on 3 or more occasions, over time

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as security requirements, staff rostering and availability, 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

projects

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or 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/or apply the competency in different situations or environments

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.

Post mission information may include:

post mission reports

tactical reports

surveillance sightings