This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by workers who provide legislated and protective services to children and young people at substantial risk of abuse or neglect, or who are subject to court mandates or orders.

This unit applies to community service work in security contexts.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.