List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Assess the need to use defensive techniques | 1.1 Assess the level and nature of risk based on incident risk factors and identified opportunities. 1.2 Assess incidents to determine the need for defensive techniques against the organisation’s use of force guidelines, legal requirements and emergency response procedures. 1.3 Assess the capacity to complete the defensive action and consider viability of using alternative actions. |
2. Apply defensive techniques | 2.1 Call for assistance and support using authorised alarms and codes. 2.2 Apply defensive techniques ensuring protection and safety of people involved. 2.3 Monitor the degree of response against identified opportunities and incident factors. 2.4 Carry defensive equipment in a secure, protected and accessible position for safe deployment. 2.5 Present and deploy defensive equipment using recognised techniques. 2.6 Ensure that physical contact minimises any unnecessary provocation and indignity to the subject. |
3. Contain incident | 3.1 Adjust or discontinue response according to changes in circumstances and degree of risk. 3.2 Use the assistance of responding officers and other appropriate resources to contain the incident. |
4. Evaluate response | 4.1 Evaluate and review the effectiveness of responses. 4.2 Provide accounts of incidents as part of the review and debriefing process. 4.3 Complete records and reports. 4.4 Recognise and manage the effects of stress on self using recognised stress management techniques. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.
using effective communication and negotiation skills, especially under pressure, to calm, distract or change focus
providing verbal warnings and clear directions and instructions
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
legal requirements and organisation’s policies and procedures related to use of force
duty of care
stress management techniques
Valid assessment of this unit requires a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when controlling incidents using defensive equipment and tactics, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine.
This unit has been identified by industry as suitable for holistic assessment with:
CSCSAS001 Maintain security
CSCSAS013 Manage conflict through negotiation
Refer to advice in the CSC Assessment Guide.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.