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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Operate as a member of an assault team in special operations 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115340  Operate as a member of an assault team in special operations 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Visible Policing 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security Safety in Society 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  11 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 2004-12-02  2007-12-02  SAQA 1057/04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-12-02   2011-12-02  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is for specialised policing units in the field of safety in society who need to execute policing functions and tasks in high risk and dangerous situations where specialised training and equipment is needed. This unit standard will contribute towards compliance with tactical -, legal -, safety- and organisational requirements related to specialised operations.
Persons credited with this unit standard will be able to:
  • Gather information through reconnaissance and observation.
  • Approach an object to predetermined ready position.
  • Enter premises on foot to isolate an object/suspect.
  • Overcome obstacles in urban environment with team techniques 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication skills at NQF level 4
  • Tactical movement on foot as part of a team
  • Use of personal equipment 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Tactical movement during dangerous situation that include (but is not limited to) arresting and apprehending dangerous criminals; execution of high risk warrants, hostage situations (excluding high profile hostage situations) or any situation where specialised equipment or training is required. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Gather information and evidence through observation and reconnaissance. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Buildings in rural and urban environment, national borders, multi entry assaults, dangerous suspects, organised crime and hostage situations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment that is suitable for the specific task is chosen 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Equipment includes but is not limited to;
  • Personal equipment and firearms,
  • Binoculars,
  • Night vision equipment,
  • Camouflage equipment,
  • Camera, digital, Polaroid, video,
  • Pen & paper,
  • GPS,
  • Maps,
  • Compass.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Route and alternative route is planned, reported and recorded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Members are prepared to counter a breach in security according to operational plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    All obstacles on route, distance, and time to object are recorded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Members are not detected by local residents. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Object is observed for relevant information. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    All relevant information is documented/recorded for briefing purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    All relevant information is forwarded to the tactical team without a breach of security. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    Tactical team is briefed according to organisational requirements on information gathering and briefing. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Approach an object to reach a predetermined ready position. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Approach refers to Cat crawl, Monkey run, leopard crawl, Ghost Walk, Rolls, Ladders, ropes, climbing techniques, chopper. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The surprise element is not compromised during movement: 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Appropriate refers to: special consideration for safety and use of cover and concealment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Continuous communication is maintained by means of visual contact, using hand signals or radio equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Members of the team are prepared to react to an attack from any direction. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Firearms are in ready position and members on the move are covered. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The positions of the team are not compromised by actions and movements of members of the team. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Specialised equipment is used according to organisational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The most appropriate route is followed under the direction of spotter teams or guide. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Appropriate refers to: special consideration for safety and use of cover and concealment. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Enter premises with special equipment on foot to isolate a suspect/object. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Observation and communication are maintained continuously. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Before and after each movement each member communicates with the team. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Communication includes: Hand signals, verbal and visual communication.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Movement is timed to precision in relation to other members or on signal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Assault is executed on instruction according to operational plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    360 degree safety is ensured at all times by giving cover to all directions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Firearms are held in the direction of the threat / possible danger at all times. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Loaded ready to fire firearm is handled safely without offending innocent persons or co-team members. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Assault team techniques are executed according to organisational procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Techniques include, forced entry of doors and windows, fast penetration of doors, windows, rooms, passages, stairs, balconies windows of multi story buildings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Assault team techniques used are adapted to fit the specific need of the situation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    Cover is used according to the techniques used by the organization and the choice of cover. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Overcome obstacles with climbing techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    All prescribed climbing techniques are demonstrated without hesitation, mistake or delay. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Prescribed techniques include: Back Stand, Leg Grab Squat, Shoulder Stair, and Spider Crawl, Climbing wired fence, balconies, outside of buildings, ladder techniques, rappelling (buildings and cliffs), use of fast ropes
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The climbing technique opted for a specific situation is assessed and the technique that is chosen results in the obstacle being successfully overcome. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The most appropriate cover is used during the execution of the climbing techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Security is maintained during the execution of the climbing techniques. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Candidates are assessed against these assessment criteria. An assessor observes currently employed candidates carrying out their normal work duties. They may also be asked to carry out simulated tasks and to answer written and/or oral questions. Candidates studying towards a Unit Standard, and who are not currently employed, will also be assessed using variety of assessment tools.
    2. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
    3. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
    4. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures

    The standard describes competent performance in doing physical techniques that will enhance their job performance, and lay down the criteria by which competence should be judged, as well as the range of circumstances in which competence should be demonstrated. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    1. A comprehensive understanding of the relevant legislation, and procedures and practices.
    2. A basic understanding of the principles of tactical movement, rural foot formations, cover, concealment and camouflage, tactical hand signals, terminology on climbing techniques, techniques of tactical movement, supportive tracking formations, rural leapfrogging (tactical level), the use of force principles, safety principles applicable to tactical movement
    3. A comprehensive understanding of chopper trooping procedures. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    The following critical cross field outcomes need to be addressed and assessed in this unit standard;
  • Decision making must be developed in this standard during practical exercises. Learners must be left to make their own decision, which must be debriefed.
  • Creativity needs to be developed by measuring learner's performance to the principles rather than a specific technique. .
  • High emphasis is placed on problem solving ability during exercises. Exercises and scenarios have a variety to ensure problem solving ability is developed and not stereotyped step that the person cannot apply in practice.

    The following policing specific outcomes must be assessed;
    1. Courage to take risks and even put own life at risk to save others.
    2. Discipline to accept instructions and policy
    3. Physical ability to do the job (includes fitness and health required to move in the field with the sections without putting themselves in danger).
    4. Patriotism and loyalty to the country and all its people. 
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    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Ability to be a team player in order to establish synergy during joint operations and in teams. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organize one self and ones activities while preparing personal equipment and plan own tasks for operational actions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, evaluate, organize and critically evaluate information during policing task, interpret it to determine safe action that comply to legal and policy requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Technology ability in using equipment such as GPS, radios, and special equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems by understanding the consequences of illegal or public unacceptable use of force actions and decisions. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Integrated assessment methods and tools will allow the candidate to demonstrate that she/he has acquired knowledge of and can safely and effectively apply competence identified in this unit standard.

    These tools include the following:
  • In-site (on-the-job) observations
  • Role-play simulations
  • Structured group discussions
  • Written reports (e.g. tests, exams, case studies, projects, registers, logbooks, workbooks)
  • Verbal report backs (presentations)
  • Portfolios of evidence
  • Projects (physical visits to Government Departments)
  • Experiential learning
  • Working in teams
  • Scenario sketching

    These methods must be carefully selected based on the purpose of the assessment (For example, the written method of assessing knowledge or on-job demonstration of practical competence). The assessment must integrate a number of different methods in order to give the assessor reliable and valid proof of competence and evidence of required attitudes.

    Spplementary information

    Specified requirements

    Specified requirements include legal and legislative specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents:
  • Criminal Procedure Act
  • Constitution Act
  • South African Police Service Act
    A glossary of terms about the terminology of Tactical movements

    Context specific
    Organizational policies and procedures regarding Tactical Movements 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  48865   National Diploma: Policing  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-12-02  Was SAS SETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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