Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out post-surveillance duties. It requires the ability to maintain and store surveillance equipment, prepare surveillance products in support of court proceedings or other client needs, and disseminate information gathered during surveillance to the client
The unit applies to individuals who participate in post-surveillance duties to complete the surveillance 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.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Store, secure and maintain surveillance equipment | 1.1 Store equipment post-surveillance according to operating instructions 1.2 Maintain security of equipment when not in use 1.3 Conduct maintenance of equipment according to a maintenance schedule |
2. Prepare surveillance product | 2.1 Label and store witness statements, photographs, video footage and surveillance exhibits 2.2 Disseminate information gathered during surveillance to relevant parties 2.3 Revise running sheets based on the accuracy of the observation 2.4 Maintain continuity and security of surveillance product to a standard that meets court requirements |
3. Participate in debriefing session on the surveillance activity | 3.1 Attend debriefing session and provide information and feedback relating to the surveillance activity as required 3.2 Make contributions to the post-surveillance report commensurate with level of responsibility and involvement in the surveillance activity |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Numeracy | Estimates height, weight and number of people Estimates quantities and sizes |
Reading | Interprets and analyses surveillance-related information |
Interact with others | Selects and uses appropriate vocabulary, conventions and protocols, including technical language, to convey and disseminate information and feedback |
Sectors
Compliance (CPL)