DEFMIL137 — Apply non-lethal unarmed self-defence techniques

1 Assess the need to use NUSD techniques

• 1.1Evaluate need to use NUSD techniques against use of force guidelines.
• 1.2Assess person’s intentions based on risk assessment and identified opportunities.
• 1.3Consider capacity to complete action effectively prior to commencement and assess alternative actions for viability.
• 1.4Identify situations requiring assistance and request support.

2 Use NUSD techniques

• 2.1Select NUSD techniques to ensure protection of self and efficient completion of movement.
• 2.2Apply techniques in accordance with use of force guidelines.
• 2.3Carry hand restraints in a secure, protected and accessible position for safe deployment.
• 2.4Present and apply hand restraints using recognised techniques in accordance with use of force guidelines and legal requirements.
• 2.5Compare sufficiency of response against identified opportunities constantly.

3 Contain the incident

• 3.1Adjust response with changing circumstances in accordance with use of force guidelines and tactical options model.
• 3.2Detain, handle and search people within the limits of legal requirements.
• 3.3Provide care and protection to detainees.
• 3.4Reassess situation to determine and request support requirements

4 Evaluate response

• 4.1Evaluate and review effectiveness of response in a debrief.
• 4.2Provide feedback to participants and supervisors based on accurate and constructive observations of incidents in order to optimise future performance.
• 4.3Comply with systems, records and reporting procedures.
• 4.4Identify and manage effects of stress using recognised stress management techniques.

What does an assessment tool for DEFMIL137 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFMIL137 needs to address all 45 unit components: 4 elements with 17 performance criteria, 16 performance evidence requirements, 12 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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