Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AVIO0015 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Undertake physical search of cargo and articles

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AVIO0015 - Undertake physical search of cargo and articles
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct cargo and article searches, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and national operating standards.It includes: planning and prepare for cargo or article search; implementing a search; recognising and acting on abnormal situations; and completing post search activities.This unit addresses technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to security duties of screening officers, and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex transport security operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of recreational and commercial screening activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry and maritime environment.Screening is performed independently or under limited supervision until accredited as a screener then as a single operator or within a team environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field O – Security
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for search of cargo
  • Search purpose is identified, and powers confirmed in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Potential areas where prohibited items might be hidden are assessed in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Authority to search and seize prohibited items is verified and obtained in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Operational plan is developed to address the range of requirements for a search in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Hazards are identified, and risk control measures are implemented to ensure the search can be conducted safely in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Requirements for assistance with the search are identified and organised in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Implement search of cargo
  • Search of designated cargo is conducted systematically in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Relevant search equipment and resources are used in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements
       
Element: Search is undertaken in accordance with lead agency requirements, where assistance is obtained
       
Element: Records of the search process, items and/or evidence uncovered in the search, and subsequent action are made in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.
       
Element: Conduct seizure of prohibited items
  • Seizure of prohibited items is considered, justified and undertaken in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Evidence associated with prohibited items and relevant information is seized and dealt with in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Prohibited items are removed, secured and disposed of if required in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Safety of self and other personnel associated with search is maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete post search activities
  • Records associated with the search and seizure of prohibited items are completed and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Follow up actions are identified, recorded and acted upon as required in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Third party claims relating to seized items and property damage are undertaken in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Search purpose is identified, and powers confirmed in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
Search of designated cargo is conducted systematically in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures 
 
 
 
Seizure of prohibited items is considered, justified and undertaken in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures 
 
 
 
Records associated with the search and seizure of prohibited items are completed and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AVIO0015 - Undertake physical search of cargo and articles
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