This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct physical searches of cargo and articles, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and national operating standards.

It includes preparing and conducting physical searches; recognising and conducting seizure of prohibited items; and completing post physical 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 across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian transport security environment.

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