This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and monitor vehicular escorts and protect offenders and the public during escorts. Escorts may be for the purpose of court attendance, medical treatment, compassionate and family visits, employment programs, attendance at specialist services, interstate transfers, location transfers, and attendance at hearings and inquiries.

An individual undertaking this role works part of a coordinated team, drawing upon support from a range of established resources. The role requires complex organisational, analysis and communication skills.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to offender transport.

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