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Evidence Guide: DEFBM003C - Control persons using non firearms options

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DEFBM003C - Control persons using non firearms options

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Assess the need to use empty hand techniques, hand restraints and/or baton

  1. Situation is evaluated to determine most appropriate equipment and control technique in accordance with organisational policy, guidelines and legal requirements.
  2. Risk factors and opportunities are evaluated to determine person’s intentions.
  3. Capacity to complete action effectively is considered prior to commencement and alternative actions are assessed for viability.
  4. Situations requiring assistance are identified and support is promptly requested.
Situation is evaluated to determine most appropriate equipment and control technique in accordance with organisational policy, guidelines and legal requirements.

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Risk factors and opportunities are evaluated to determine person’s intentions.

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Capacity to complete action effectively is considered prior to commencement and alternative actions are assessed for viability.

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Situations requiring assistance are identified and support is promptly requested.

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Apply empty hand techniques, hand restraints and/or use baton

  1. Appropriate techniques are selected to ensure protection of self and efficient completion of movement.
  2. Empty hand techniques are applied in accordance with policy, guidelines and legal requirements.
  3. Baton and hand restraints are carried in a secure, protected and accessible position for safe deployment.
  4. Baton and hand restraints are presented and applied using recognised techniques in accordance with guidelines and legal requirements.
  5. Sufficiency of response is constantly compared against identified opportunities.
Appropriate techniques are selected to ensure protection of self and efficient completion of movement.

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Empty hand techniques are applied in accordance with policy, guidelines and legal requirements.

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Baton and hand restraints are carried in a secure, protected and accessible position for safe deployment.

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Baton and hand restraints are presented and applied using recognised techniques in accordance with guidelines and legal requirements.

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Sufficiency of response is constantly compared against identified opportunities.

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Contain incident

  1. Response is adjusted or discontinued with changing circumstances in accordance with use of force guidelines.
  2. Actions to detain person/s are undertaken within the limits of legal requirements, and organisational policy and procedures.
  3. Situations requiring assistance are identified and support is promptly requested.
Response is adjusted or discontinued with changing circumstances in accordance with use of force guidelines.

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Actions to detain person/s are undertaken within the limits of legal requirements, and organisational policy and procedures.

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Situations requiring assistance are identified and support is promptly requested.

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Evaluate response

  1. Effectiveness of response is evaluated and reviewed in accordance with legal requirement, and organisational policy and procedures.
  2. Accurate and constructive observations of incidents are provided in reviewing and debriefing the situation.
  3. System, records and reporting procedures are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures and policy.
  4. Effects of stress on self are recognised and managed using recognised stress management techniques.
Effectiveness of response is evaluated and reviewed in accordance with legal requirement, and organisational policy and procedures.

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Accurate and constructive observations of incidents are provided in reviewing and debriefing the situation.

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System, records and reporting procedures are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures and policy.

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Effects of stress on self are recognised and managed using recognised stress management techniques.

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

apply use of force principles

effectively apply defensive techniques appropriate for the situation

manage own stress and aggression

select response options within specified legal and strategic requirements

work under duress

quickly assess situations and readjust or discontinue the response as determined by unexpected changes in circumstances

Assessment must also confirm that the correct grip and handling of batons and hand restraints will ensure retention and continued control. All control techniques must ensure continued protection of self and others and efficient completion of the movement.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of simulated activities.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed an actual workplace or in a simulated environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

soft fall area

training batons

simulated work environment

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required Skills

apply basic problem solving strategies

apply first aid

apply legislative and/or legal provisions (including provisions governing the use of force, reactive force, misuse of force, proactive force, the duty of care under criminal, civil and international law)

apply observation techniques

communicate and negotiate under stressful situations

encourage team members

follow instructions and report information

interpret instructions to facilitate solutions within operating parameters

minimise threat to self and others by use of appropriate force

present a professional image

record and report information accurately according to legal and organisational procedures and policy

use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

use active listening skills in communication with colleagues and personnel

Required Knowledge

accurate interpretation and compliance with legal and procedural requirements

application of appropriate use of force according to threat

application of defensive strike techniques that avoid vital areas of the body where applicable

composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members

current and potential risk factors and their impact on the incident/situation

legislative and/or legal provisions (including provisions governing the use of force, reactive force, misuse of force, proactive force, the duty of care under criminal, civil and international law)

response options which are most effective for the objective

response options within specified legal and strategic limits

review of response strategies and adjustments made according to changing circumstances

warnings and clear directions to be given to person/s

stress management techniques

timely reactions in the application and the termination of force

Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Equipment may include:

baton

boarding party ladders and associated equipment

communication equipment

extendable

fire fighting and damage control equipment

first aid equipment

flexible

hand restraints

jerry cans (water)

linking

purpose designed

rigid

security chain link

side handle

straight

Techniques may include:

avoidance

blocking

impact

locking

redirecting

take down

Policy, guidelines and legal requirements may include:

applicable crimes acts/codes

applicable organisational policy and procedures

international law (customs, fisheries, maritime)

relevant commonwealth/state/territory legislation

Risk factors may include:

available resources and team backup

circumstances of the incident

communication channels

nature of the incident

observation of the environment and physical conditions

people involved in the incident

potential and triggers for escalation or defusing

range of response options available

Opportunities may include:

access to weapons

distractions

lapses in concentration

opportunities for escape

presence of support

Person’s intentions may include:

aggression

pursuit of conflict

submission

withdrawal

Alternative actions may include:

request for assistance

tactical withdrawal

use of firearm

use of negotiation techniques

Effects of stress may include:

frustration

inability to concentrate

increasing aggression

over talking

tiredness

uncoordinated movement

Stress management techniques may include:

conscious use of personal recreation activities

counselling

formal personal and organisational debriefing

informal exploration of incidents with team members and supporters

review of practice and resources