The Range of Variables provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:
Assignment instructions may include:
instructions from supervisor/management
work schedules and completion dates
specific client requirements
site requirements, security clearance and access requirements
reporting and documentation requirements
budget allocations.
Appropriate person(s) may include:
clients
site managers
project managers
engineers and technicians
technical experts
line managers/supervisors
colleagues
regulatory personnel
security consultants.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
legal and organisational operational policies and procedures
operations manuals, induction and training materials
insurance policy agreements
client and organisational confidentiality requirements
organisational goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
client service standards
defined resource parameters
OHS policies, procedures and programs
emergency and evacuation procedures
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
access and equity policy, principles and practice
records and information systems and processes
communication channels and reporting procedures.
Client may include:
owner
property agent
tenant
building supervisor
manager
project manager
agent
government and legal instruments/agencies.
Scope may include:
protection of persons, property or assets
conformance with insurance
government or other requirements.
Site access and specific site requirements may relate to:
access and egress points, time of access
access codes, keys, passes, security clearances
union requirements
OHS requirements
building codes and regulations
heritage listings
noise control.
Assessment may involve
discussions with client
visual inspections
review of client floor plans and supporting documentation
questioning police, insurance companies and other bodies.
Applicable legislation, codes and national standards may relate to:
relevant Commonwealth/State/Territory legislation which affect organisational operation:
Occupational Health and Safety
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity.
licensing arrangements
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
relevant industry Codes of Practice
trade practices, award and enterprise agreements
privacy related legislation.
Information may include:
insurance policy agreements
special rooms or areas requiring higher level of protection
current/proposed operating environments, assets and systems
activities and functions
existing security systems/equipment
existing management strategies
business and operational plans
incident history.
Site assessment may involve:
type and condition of building structures
site restrictions, regulations and requirements
access and egress patterns
floor plan
existing security equipment/systems.
Security risks factors may include:
vandalism, trespass, break-in, burglary
unsecured windows
entry points screened from public view
external doors without deadlocks or with hinges opening outward
flimsy building materials
client habits (e.g. doors left unlocked)
adequacy of street lighting
traffic flow
neighbourhood crime rating
proximity of other buildings.
Business equipment may include:
computers, computer applications, modems
personal schedulers
e-mail, internet/intranet
facsimile machines
printers
photocopiers
scanners.
Security equipment and systems may include:
detection devices, audible/visual warning devices
cameras, monitors and control equipment
control panels, intercoms
wireless equipment, car alarms
electronic readers, electronic recognition controls
locks and locking systems
grills, lighting, boom gates, turnstiles
bank pop-up screens
smoke detection devices
electric/mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
power supplies, batteries
security doors and door controls.
Security systems may be:
electronic
mechanical
computerised
procedural.
Documentation may include:
checklists
reports
floor plans
client briefs
specifications
schedules.
The Range of Variables provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:
Assignment instructions may include:
instructions from supervisor/management
work schedules and completion dates
specific client requirements
site requirements, security clearance and access requirements
reporting and documentation requirements
budget allocations.
Appropriate person(s) may include:
clients
site managers
project managers
engineers and technicians
technical experts
line managers/supervisors
colleagues
regulatory personnel
security consultants.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
legal and organisational operational policies and procedures
operations manuals, induction and training materials
insurance policy agreements
client and organisational confidentiality requirements
organisational goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
client service standards
defined resource parameters
OHS policies, procedures and programs
emergency and evacuation procedures
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
access and equity policy, principles and practice
records and information systems and processes
communication channels and reporting procedures.
Client may include:
owner
property agent
tenant
building supervisor
manager
project manager
agent
government and legal instruments/agencies.
Scope may include:
protection of persons, property or assets
conformance with insurance
government or other requirements.
Site access and specific site requirements may relate to:
access and egress points, time of access
access codes, keys, passes, security clearances
union requirements
OHS requirements
building codes and regulations
heritage listings
noise control.
Assessment may involve
discussions with client
visual inspections
review of client floor plans and supporting documentation
questioning police, insurance companies and other bodies.
Applicable legislation, codes and national standards may relate to:
relevant Commonwealth/State/Territory legislation which affect organisational operation:
Occupational Health and Safety
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity.
licensing arrangements
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
relevant industry Codes of Practice
trade practices, award and enterprise agreements
privacy related legislation.
Information may include:
insurance policy agreements
special rooms or areas requiring higher level of protection
current/proposed operating environments, assets and systems
activities and functions
existing security systems/equipment
existing management strategies
business and operational plans
incident history.
Site assessment may involve:
type and condition of building structures
site restrictions, regulations and requirements
access and egress patterns
floor plan
existing security equipment/systems.
Security risks factors may include:
vandalism, trespass, break-in, burglary
unsecured windows
entry points screened from public view
external doors without deadlocks or with hinges opening outward
flimsy building materials
client habits (e.g. doors left unlocked)
adequacy of street lighting
traffic flow
neighbourhood crime rating
proximity of other buildings.
Business equipment may include:
computers, computer applications, modems
personal schedulers
e-mail, internet/intranet
facsimile machines
printers
photocopiers
scanners.
Security equipment and systems may include:
detection devices, audible/visual warning devices
cameras, monitors and control equipment
control panels, intercoms
wireless equipment, car alarms
electronic readers, electronic recognition controls
locks and locking systems
grills, lighting, boom gates, turnstiles
bank pop-up screens
smoke detection devices
electric/mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
power supplies, batteries
security doors and door controls.
Security systems may be:
electronic
mechanical
computerised
procedural.
Documentation may include:
checklists
reports
floor plans
client briefs
specifications
schedules.