Conduct Preliminary Investigations U/S 120483

INTRODUCTION

Overview

The person credited with this unit standard will be able to secure and control a scene in relation to the nature of the scene and to identify the nature of the scene in relation to the crime committed. They will be able to record information and deal with persons at the scene of a crime or accident. They will also be able to identify search methods in relation to the type of crime committed.

The Target group

This has been designed for people working in the security environment at operational levels who endeavour to perform more than elementary security functions. Learners will be able to specialise in certain security aspects or have an option to move into supervisory avenues within this industry. This qualification will mean that in future those people involved in the security environment will have the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to operate professionally. It will also open up further career paths for people within the security industry and advance career opportunities. Their ability to develop and manage policies and
procedures will be enhanced.

After completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

1. Secure and control a scene in relation to the nature of the scene.
2. Identify the nature of the scene in relation to the crime committed.
3. Record information in a given case study.
4. Deal with persons at the scene in a given scenario.
5. Identify search methods in relation to the type of crime committed.