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.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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 of Performance
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 of Knowledge
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
Assessment Conditions
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.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Competency Field
Regulatory