This unit applies to persons undertaking patrols and using knowledge of the local patrol area to inform policing strategies.
This unit supports the ability to analyse information/intelligence in order to use policing strategies, which include the ability to resolve/refer/respond to issues.
This unit covers the competency required to undertake patrols and to respond to situations to enforce laws and/or to maintain public order.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
demonstrate knowledge of the patrol area
accurately analyse and assess incidents and situations
communicate effectively
exercise discretion in taking action to avoid escalation of an incident or deterioration of a scene.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Specific resources for assessment
There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.
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.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
act autonomously
analyse and plan appropriate action
apply the use of force (restraining and self-defence tactics) including the use of lethal force
command, control, coordinate initial emergency responses at an incident scene
de-escalate incidents
effectively communicate appropriate instructions/directives to suspects/victims and other members of the public
identify situational behaviour and problems
mediate as required
minimise workplace risks to self, colleagues and the public
resolve conflict
use counselling techniques when required
Required Knowledge
general duty of care responsibilities
human behaviour (individual and group) and the impacts of age, gender, ethnicity, social background and recreational practices such as drugs, alcohol
jurisdictional laws, by-law and regulations relating to offences against persons and property
jurisdictional laws, policy and procedures covering discrimination and disability
organisational policies and procedures covering reactive operational safety issues/practices
potential risks associated with operational policing
reporting requirements in relation to operational safety matters
strategies to optimise safety under a range of operational scenarios
use of force and its legal parameters
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.
Patrolling could be on foot or mobile (vehicle, bike, on public transport) and should cover a range of community settings such as:
Business, residential and industrial areas
Car parks
Entertainment/club/hotel areas
Shopping centres
Sporting grounds and other open areas
Effective communication includes:
Being appropriate and professional at all times
Contributing to the safety of officers and the public
Ensuring all relevant scenario information is shared between officers present at a specific scene/incident
Ensuring lawful directions given are clearly understood by the recipient
Following organisational code of ethics for dealing with fellow officers and members of the public
Information/Intelligence may include:
Activities
Counter terrorism
Forthcoming community actions/activities that could be of promotional assistance to policing
Groups
Previous unresolved crime/s and/or the whereabouts of criminals
Social/cultural/physical changes within a patrol area
Suspicious persons
Vehicles
Taskings should cover complete range of administrative and patrol activities and includes:
Attendance at emergency incidents such as traffic accidents
Brawls
Counter terrorism
Court duties
Crowd control at public venues such as sporting events
Desk inquiries
Domestic disputes
General foot and mobile patrols
Major incidents
Mental health
Music concerts and festivals
Planning and management of investigations
Processions
Rallies
Riots
Station duties
Triple zero (000) calls
Requests for assistance may include:
People seeking general information or reporting disturbances or suspicious activity
Follow-up action may include:
Analysis of information/intelligence gathered
Attendance in court
Interviews
Mental health
Preparation of regulatory/infringement notices/court documents/briefs
Provision of advice/intelligence to other police officers, etc.
Provision of further information
Relevant personnel may include:
Business proprietors
Government/non-government agencies
Medical/hospital staff
Other emergency service workers
Partners/colleagues
Supervisors present/not present at the incident site
Suspect's/victim's family members
Analysing situations may include:
Appreciating the incident
Determining response level
Determining whether security is required
Establishing communication
Situational analysis of evidence and information at hand
Resolving issues may include:
Controlling emergencies such as road accidents
Counselling juveniles
Counter terrorism
Dealing with new or unexpected responses to police interventions
Dealing with verbal/physical abuse from the public
Domestic disputes
Life threatening encounters
Mental health
Responding to the different needs of people within a culturally diverse society, which should reflect a variety of situations where professional judgement regarding arrest, cautioning or reporting is required
Wide range of day-to-day normal and unexpected situations that could arise
Situational behaviour may include:
Full range of verbal and non-verbal behavioural responses to the presence of police officers or lawful instruction given by such officers
Cultural diversity encompasses:
Recognition of the linguistic and cultural assets in the population as a valuable resource
Respect for and the accommodation of culture, language and religion of others within an Australian legal and institutional framework where English is the primary language
Utilising and promoting this resource to maximise the development of the nation
First response relates to:
Responsibilities of the officer first at the scene/incident and could cover situations such as traffic accidents, brawls, hostage situations, counter terrorism, suspected crime scenes or other emergency situations
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Positive visual and professional presence is maintained while patrolling
Emergent situations are correctly analysed and appropriate actions are taken, including requests for further assistance
Effective communication is maintained with other relevant officers, other related agencies and the public where appropriate
Patrolling is undertaken in accordance with organisational requirements, principles of non-discrimination, supervisor's instructions and in a manner that optimises achievement of patrol goals
Information/intelligence gathered and analysed while on patrol is shared with other officers
Features particular to a patrol area are analysed, noted and disseminated
Communication paths are established and fostered with patrol community members
Policing issues concerning a patrol area are identified in the media, through internal intelligence and bulletins/notices
Patrol area information and issues are analysed and used to select policing strategies
Internal/external sources of information are accessed and used to maintain currency with general and patrol specific criminal and community social and economic issues
Communication, regarding latest patrol area issues, is maintained with other patrol members and sections in accordance with organisational information security procedures
Activities are based on an analysis of the latest patrol intelligence and in accordance with organisational procedures
Taskings are received, acknowledged and actioned in accordance with operational procedures
Incident attendance and method of approach are timely, situationally and culturally appropriate, well planned and consistent with organisational policy
All actions taken in response to incident/tasking are in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Requests for assistance from community members are dealt with in an effective, timely and professional manner
Follow-up action is taken with efficient management of issues, selection of appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others
Communication is maintained with relevant personnel throughout the incident
Problems and barriers to resolution are readily identified, critically evaluated and a range of response options are developed and planned
Most situationally appropriate and timely response is selected and safely implemented in accordance with organisational procedures
All actions are undertaken within organisational guidelines for professional behaviour
Situational behaviour of persons is accurately assessed with due regard to cultural diversity
Professionally responsible and flexible response strategies are planned and adopted in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Potential causes of conflict and harmful behaviour are anticipated and responses to prevent escalation are selected and implemented
Relevant operational safety practices are identified and implemented where necessary
Personnel required to facilitate resolution are accessed, briefed and supported
Level of first response control/command for each situation/incident is accurately assessed and responses are planned that comply with organisational operational policy
First response control/command/coordination of the police response to an situation/incident is carried out in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Appropriate communication is maintained with supervising officer
First response control/command/ coordination duties are transferred to appropriate person and that person is accurately briefed regarding the situation/incident
Forms
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