This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to facilitate screening of people with special circumstances, whilst maintaining compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and national operating standards.

It includes the identification, communication and application of appropriate screening methods for people with special circumstances undergoing security screening methods; and providing support to team members conducting security screening on people with special circumstances.

This unit addresses technical skill requirements (physical, cognitive and task-management abilities) related to security duties of screening officer supervisors and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex transport security operational environments.

Screening is performed independently or under limited supervision until authorised as a screening officer.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.