Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out patrol operations. It requires the ability to assess situations for non-compliance, take appropriate actions, share and report intelligence and carry out follow-up activities.
The unit applies to individuals who undertake patrol operations to assess potential situations for non-compliance against state, territory and Commonwealth fisheries regulations, and potential risk to patrolling officers.
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. Licences may be required if operating vehicles or vessels.
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. Carry out patrols | 1.1 Undertake patrolling according to jurisdictional requirements and in a manner that optimises achievement of patrol goals 1.2 Maintain positive visual presence while patrolling 1.3 Assess situations for potential non-compliance with state, territory or Commonwealth fisheries regulations, and take appropriate actions, including requests for further assistance 1.4 Maintain effective communication with other relevant fisheries compliance officers and public, where appropriate 1.5 Communicate with the public in a courteous and professional manner at all times 1.6 Assess situational behaviour of persons with due regard for cultural diversity 1.7 Report intelligence gathered while on patrol with other fisheries compliance officers, and undertake follow-up actions on completion of patrol |
2. Establish, maintain and use knowledge of the local patrol area | 2.1 Identify and note features particular to the patrol area 2.2 Establish and foster communication paths within the patrol community and industry members 2.3 Identify fisheries compliance issues in the media through internal intelligence, bulletins and notices 2.4 Analyse and act upon patrol area information and issues, where required 2.5 Maintain communication regarding latest patrol area issues with work team according to jurisdictional information security procedures 2.6 Complete patrol reports and ensure all actions taken reflect knowledge of latest intelligence |
3. Respond to requests for emergency and other types of assistance | 3.1 Receive and confirm requests for assistance 3.2 Prepare vehicles and vessels appropriately to respond to request 3.3 Ensure staff are fully briefed by authorised personnel on procedures for dealing with emergency situation |
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 |
Reading | Reads and interprets information about fisheries management and compliance jurisdictional laws and regulations, policies and procedures; anti-discrimination and disability Acts; and Indigenous land rights |
Writing | Completes jurisdictional forms related to evidence and non-compliant activities |
Navigate the world of work | Seeks advice and feedback on current work performance |
Interact with others | Adapts personal communication style to show respect for the values, beliefs and cultural expectations of others and to resolve and de-escalate conflicts Collaborates and coordinates movements with other colleagues and team in the conduct of patrol activities |
Get the work done | Makes and reviews critical and non-critical decisions regarding compliance situations and patrol area information |
Sectors
Compliance (CPL)