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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Manage and control any given commercial crime scene 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117455  Manage and control any given commercial crime scene 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Resolving of Crime 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security Safety in Society 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 2004-12-02  2007-12-02  SAQA 1057/04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-12-02   2011-12-02  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit is for learners in the Policing environment that will manage and control any given Commercial Crime Scene in order to identify and collect evidence to prove alleged crimes in a court of law

A person credited with this unit standard will be able to :
  • Demonstrate an understanding of a crime scene in a commercial crime context.
  • Identify features common to all crime scenes
  • Compile an operational plan for the task
  • Execute of the search warrant at the crime scene
  • Explain the post search phase

    The unit standard will contribute to the full development of any learner within the safety in society environment an more especially within the policing environment and especially commercial crime by providing recognition, further mobility and transportability within the field. The skills, knowledge and understanding demonstrated within the unit standard are essential for social and economic transformation and upliftment within the safety in society environment. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The following knowledge skills and attitudes and/or equivalent:
  • Communication, reading, interpreting, analytical and reasoning skills NQF 4
  • Conduct oneself in a professional manner in a policing environment (11974)
  • Identify and apply sections of the Criminal Procedure Act (11978)
  • Identify and apply specific and statutory offences as contained in the mandate of the Commercial Branch NQF 3
  • Identify and apply relevant knowledge about the law in general related to policing (11977)
  • Conduct a lawful arrest (11975) 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    This unit standard applies to persons in the field of policing especially commercial crime units that manage and control any given commercial crime scene in order to identify and collect evidence to prove alleged crimes in a court of law with a level of authority that will allow them to take decisions independently. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of a crime scene in a commercial crime context. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Instances where cases are reported directly by the public are explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Cases arising from statutory bodies are explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Cases where large organisations are involved are discussed according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Cases where information received is acted on are discussed according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify features common to all crime scenes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of interviewing the complainant is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The important information that can be obtained from the complainant and witness is discussed according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Compile an operational plan for the task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The concept of a multi-disciplinary approach is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The different unit within SAPS that can be of assistance are identified according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Logistical aids are identified according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Date and time for the operation is determined according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Outside organisations that can be of assistance are identified according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The location and accessibility of the premises is identified according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Possible obstacles at the premises are identified according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Participants are assigned exact tasks according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation search warrant completion and application is explain 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Execute search warrant at the crime scene. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The first and primary duty of the investigator is described when taking control of a crime scene according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Prompt action at the scene is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Professional and ethical behaviour is described according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The adherence to al legal rules is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The steps to be taken when an application is made to set a search warrant aside are explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The seizure of items listed in the search warrant and the deviation therefrom is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The importance of the scribe is described according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The marking and indexing of exhibits seized must be explained and example given according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
    The basic element of management are explained and related to a commercial crime scene according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
    The involvement of the commander when attending a crime scene is explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
    The thorough examination of a crime scene is described according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
    The arrest and handling of the suspect at the scene is described according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
    The rules that should be adhered to for evidence of tapes and transcriptions to be admissible in court in explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
    The execution of a search warrant is demonstrated according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Explain the post search phase. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The post search steps are explained according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Matters that should receive attention during a team debriefing are discussed according to organizational policies and procedures as well as applicable legislation 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
    2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA and SAQA
    3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures

    The standard describes competent performance in doing physical techniques that will enhance their job performance, and lay down the criteria by which competence should be judged, as well as the range of circumstances in which competence should be demonstrated.

    Integrated assessment methods and tools will allow the candidate to demonstrate that she/he has acquired knowledge of and can safely and effectively apply competence identified in this unit standard.

    These tools include the following:
  • In-site (on-the-job) observations
  • Role play simulations
  • Structured group discussions
  • Written reports (e.g. tests, exams, case studies, projects, registers, logbooks, workbooks)
  • Verbal report backs (presentations)
  • Portfolios of evidence
  • Projects (physical visits to Government Departments)
  • Experiential learning
  • Working in teams
  • Scenario sketching

    These methods must be carefully selected based on the purpose of the assessment (For example, the written method of assessing knowledge or on-job demonstration of practical competence). The assessment must integrat a number of different methods in order to give the assessor reliable and valid proof of competence and evidence of required attitudes.

    Level
    This unit standard should develop learners who demonstrate:
  • A foundational knowledge base as indicated in the embedded knowledge component
  • An understanding of the discipline/field's fundamental terms, rules, concepts and principles
  • Familiarity with some of the essential procedures, operations and techniques of this field.
  • An ability to use a range of procedures to solve routine problems
  • Basic information gathering, analysis and presentation skills
  • An ability to communicate and present information clearly and reliability following prescribed formats and conventions 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • A foundational understanding of the relevant legislation, procedures and practises during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law
  • A broad understanding of the legislation regarding banking systems.
  • A basic understanding of a crime scene in a commercial crime context, the features common to all crime scenes, compilation of an operational plan for the task, execution of the search warrant at the crime scene and the post search phase 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    Use resources economically and cost effective regarding the investigation of a case to ensure a conviction in a court of law during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation during the investigation of bank related commercial crime to prove alleged crimes in a court of law. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Specified requirements:

    Specified requirements include legal and legislative specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents:

    Legal
    Constitution of South Africa
    The Criminal Procedure Act
    Common Law
    Statutory Offences
    Statutory Law
    Law of Evidence
    National Instruction
    Other law's related to the field of policing
    Specifications, agreements and policies and procedures
    Banking Legislation

    Additional information
    Requirements of a portfolio
    Valid, reliable and authentic evidence (presented as a portfolio of evidence) from past achievements and experience, which serves to supplement the assessment of, applied competence.
    The portfolio may include inter alia:
  • Written statements from persons (e.g. current and or previous employer, colleague, peer, manager, external customers) confirming competence of the learner
  • Relevant certificates or awards
  • Previous assessment records
  • Journals/logbook

    Credits
    Total hours required by the learner to achieve the required outcomes:

    Activity
    Classroom learning 18 Hours
    Structured learning in the workplace 12 Hours
    Self directed learning 20 Hours
    Coaching required 10 Hours
    Other
    Total 60 Hours

    Credits achieved: 6 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49118   National Certificate: Resolving of Crime  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2007-12-02  Was SAS SETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. EKHURHULENI SHOOTING AND TRAINING ACADEMY 
    2. SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE BASIC TRAINING PROVISION 


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