CPPSEC3126 — Defend persons using spray

1 Assess need to use spray and response options.

• 1.1Review workplace procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal rights and responsibilities when using spray for security work.
• 1.2Inspect spray canister for correct operation, locate actuator button, and clarify procedures for use.
• 1.3Assess need to use spray against known information and potential and existing risks and threats, and decide preferred response option to contain incident.

2 Confirm personal safety needs and present spray.

• 2.1Select and use PPE to meet WHS requirements.
• 2.2Check and confirm personal safety needs and identify withdrawal options.
• 2.3Present spray in a non-threatening manner while maintaining eye contact with subject.

3 Negotiate and give warning.

• 3.1Use interpersonal techniques to exchange information with the subject and negotiate to defuse conflict and aggression.
• 3.2Give clear spoken warning to the subject and advise of intention to use spray.

4 Discharge spray.

• 4.1Control and direct spray to contain source of threat following manufacturer’s specifications.
• 4.2Discharge spray ensuring canister is upright and that grip and handling allows secure retention and continued control.
• 4.3Use tactical positioning that is fluid, uses available cover and protection and allows options for withdrawal.
• 4.4Adjust discharge to respond to changing circumstances and discontinue spray immediately when threat ceases.
• 4.5Monitor wellbeing of subject and provide care or seek immediate assistance from relevant persons.
• 4.6Decontaminate self, clothing and equipment from spray exposure.

5 Evaluate spray use and maintain spray.

• 5.1Review and evaluate effectiveness of response using spray against incident circumstances and observations, in consultation with relevant persons.
• 5.2Identify improvements to future security response procedures using spray.
• 5.3Inspect condition of spray and report identified faults.
• 5.4Complete and securely maintain documentation in accordance with workplace requirements.
• 5.5Recognise effects of stress and manage own well-being using stress management techniques.

What does an assessment tool for CPPSEC3126 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPPSEC3126 needs to address all 48 unit components: 5 elements with 19 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 22 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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