This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare and present evidence in court.

It requires

• sourcing, organising and checking security information to be used as evidence in court proceedings, and checking compliance against rules of evidence and evidence management principles to ensure admissibility
• participating in oral briefing sessions, submitting evidence briefs and preparing documentation and exhibits
• adhering to court procedures and protocols such as those relating to personal presentation, manner and language
• presenting evidence in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner and providing specialist opinion on request.

It applies to people working independently or under limited supervision as members of a security team.

This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in security operations in those states and territories where these are regulated activities.