This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

conducting searches thoroughly in accordance with legal and policy requirements

dog handling

identifying and addressing occupational health and safety and environmental risks issues associated with deployment of detector dogs

liaising consulting and communicating with diverse audiences conveying sometimes complex information orally and in writing

negotiating and applying conflict resolution

responding to diversity including gender and disability

applying observation techniques

accurately recording and reporting information

applying decision making using sound judgment

responding effectively to feedback

suggesting improvements to procedures

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of

risk management principles and risk assessment techniques and the application of these to a range of circumstances relating to the deployment of detector dogs

principles of detector dog training and deployment

enabling and allied legislation

policy procedures guidelines protocols and work instructionsstandard operating procedures

jurisdictional and organisational valuesethics and codes of conduct

the organisations corporate planning cycle and risk management policy and practices

confidentiality privacy and security issues

equity and diversity principles

occupational health and safety and environment legislation policies and guidelines

communication systems relevant to the workplace including communications network and radio protocols

equipment operation usage and maintenance procedures

reporting procedures

evidence handling and storage

profiles and trends

workplace and industry environment

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package

Units to be assessed together

Prerequisite units that must be achieved prior to this unitNil

Corequisite units that must be assessed with this unitNil

Coassessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include but are not limited to

PSPBORDA Maintain detector dog proficiency

PSPBORD304A Maintain detector dog proficiency

PSPETHCB Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPGOVB Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOVB Contribute to workgroup activities

PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities

PSPGOVB Organise workplace information

PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information

PSPLEGNB Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPOHSA Contribute to workplace safety

PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety.

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria look for evidence that confirms

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework

deployment of a detector dog in a range of or more contexts requalification is periodically required

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include

legislation policy procedures and protocols relating to deployment of a detector dog

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when deploying detector dogs

Where and how to assess evidence

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 deploying a detector dog including coping with difficulties irregularities and breakdowns in routine

deployment of a detector dog in a range of or more contexts

periodic requalification

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups such as

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include but are not limited to a combination of or more of

case studies

demonstration

observation

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace andor training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Search may include:

Risks may include:

Relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines may include:

Information may include:

Relevant information may include:

Relevant personnel may include: