Railway Safety Accreditation Scheme
Private Sector Companies
Application Pack
2013
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Application Guide
Under Section 40 of the Police Reform Act 2002 only Chief Officers of England and Wales can accredit
Community Safety Accreditation Schemes in the geographical area covered by their force area.
ACPO CPI Ltd, a company owned by the Association of Chief Police Officers acting on behalf of every
Chief Officer in England and Wales, has been nominated by the Association of Chief Police Officers to
undertake the assessment of private sector companies seeking approval and then make
recommendations to Chief Officers as to whether, in a particular force area, a private sector company
should have their staff accredited.
This guide contains the forms that need to be completed by all private sector companies wishing to
apply to have their staff accredited. In addition to the completed forms the applicant company should
also present a report for consideration outlining the scheme proposed and demonstrating they are a fit
and proper company to supervise the functions for which the accreditation is to be granted.
Guide to completing the forms:
Forms A and B and C should be completed in full and signed by the Authorised signatory before
submission.
The authorised signatory should be an employee within the organisation that has the authority to sign
documents on behalf of the company and take responsibility for the application submitted.
Forms D Part I and D Part II should be completed in full by each of the directors named on Companies
House documentation, and also by the authorised signatory. Copies of the passport and one other form
of ID should also be submitted for each director and the authorised signatory (Part 14 Form DI)
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Form A:
Employer’s Application Form
Application to become an Approved Organisation
Details of Organisation:
Name:
Company registration Number:
Registered Office Address:
Post Code:
Telephone Number:
VAT Registration Number:
Authorised Signatory Details:
Name of Authorised Signatory:
Position held:
Work contact address:
Work telephone number:
Work mobile Number:
E mail address:
Our organisation meeting the requirements to employ such individuals that fit the criteria as laid down in The
Police Reform Act 2002 pursuant of Section 40 wish to declare our intention to apply for Approved Community
Support Organisation status.
We agree to meet the standards as laid down by the Chief Officer and will only request accreditation for
persons deemed suitable to fulfil the role.
Signed:
Date:
Data Protection Act 1998
Personal data supplied on this form may be held on, and/or verified by reference to information already held on
computer.
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Form B:
Statement of Compliance
This form must be signed by the authorised signatory at the organisation.
Name:
Company registration Number:
Registered Office Address:
Post Code:
Telephone Number:
VAT Registration Number:
I have read the Railway Safety Accreditation Scheme Private Sector Companies Guidance. I agree to comply
with every requirement of this document.
I acknowledge that failure to comply will result in the organisation no longer being accepted and
notification will be given to other police forces as appropriate.
I am authorised to sign this document on behalf of:
Organisation:
Signature (Authorised Signatory)
Name of Authorised Signatory:
Date
Position held:
Data Protection Act 1998
Personal data supplied on this form may be held on, and/or verified by reference to information already held on
computer.
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Form C :
Disclaimer
I/The Employer acknowledges that neither the Chief Officer nor the Police Authority are responsible for the conduct
of the employees of the Employer that the Employer apply to be accredited.
I/The Employer accepts full responsibility for the conduct of their employees and the consequences flowing from
their behaviour.
I/The Employer agrees not to enter into any contractual arrangement relating to the performance of any contracts,
services etc until the arrangement process and the accreditation process has been completed and the applications
have been successful.
I/The Employer agrees to notify the Chief Officer immediately on any matter, which may affect
- the arrangement that the Employer has with the Chief Officer; and/or
- the accreditation of an individual
The Employer agrees not to hold the Chief Officer or the Police Authority liable for any breach of contract or inability
to perform a contract either in part or in whole because of the following decisions: 1
2
3
4
5
6
The refusal to enter into an arrangement the Employer
The termination and withdrawal of the arrangement with the Employer
The refusal to accredit an existing employee; and/or
The refusal to accredit a prospective employee; and /or
The refusal to renew an employees accreditation
The termination and withdrawal of an existing employee accreditation
I/The Employer confirm that a person duly accredited will be informed and will be asked to sign documentation prior
to employment/accreditation confirming the following: 1
2
3
4
5
6
that they are not authorised or required by virtue of the accreditation to engage in any conduct otherwise
than in the course of their employment by the Employer; and
they shall be required to act in accordance with the restrictions contained in their contract of employment and
in any event they shall not be permitted to act in contravention of the restrictions contained in the
accreditation
in the accreditation shall cease immediately upon the ending of the contract of employment with the
Employer
that if they undertake conduct which may have an impact on their being a fit and proper person to be
accredited that they shall notify the Employer forthwith
that if they cease to be capable of carrying out the community safety functions that they will notify the
Employer forthwith
that they will co-operate fully with the Employer and the Chief Officer in any investigation relating to the
arrangement and the accreditation process.
Organisation:
Signature:
Name of Authorised Signatory:
Date:
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Form D Part 1
NON-POLICE PERSONNEL VETTING Checks – Level 1
(CSAS – KEN MEANWELL)
Personal Information
•
Sections that do not apply to you should be clearly marked N/A.
DATA PROTECTION ACT 1998
Other Forces in the United Kingdom may share this data.
Personal Information
Surname:
Forename(s):
Rank /Grade:
Any Previous Surname(s):
Current Address:
Contact details:
Home:
Work (if convenient):
Mobile:
Email:
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
Previous Addresses
Please give all addresses at which you have lived over the last 5 years.
Full Address (Include postcode)
Dates:
From (month / year) to (month / year)
1.
2.
3.
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Company / Employers Name
Position Held/Applied For
Convictions and Cautions
1. You must declare if you have ever been investigated, arrested, summonsed, charged,
cautioned or convicted for any offence by any UK or non-UK Police Force, law enforcement
agency or any other statutory prosecuting authority or agency – this includes, but is not limited
to:• Traffic offences (including fixed penalty notices but excluding parking);
• Receipt of an absolute / conditional discharge or bindover;
• Receipt of a reprimand, warning, final warning or caution as an adult or juvenile;
• Being the subject of an Anti-Social Behaviour Order, Football Spectator Banning Order, Risk of
Sexual Harm Order, Harassment Order;
• Being issued with a Penalty Notice for Disorder or other Fixed Penalty Notice (other than for
parking).
Note: PENDING PROSECUTIONS & SPENT CONVICTIONS MUST ALSO BE INCLUDED.
In addition, the following must also be declared;
• Any involvement with the military authorities on disciplinary matters (whether involving court
martial or not);
• Involvement in a criminal investigation (whether or not this has led to a prosecution);
• Being subject of ‘Service Confidence’ procedures;
In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, and the
Rehabilitation of Offenders (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 (Exceptions) Order 1979, spent
convictions may be taken into account.
Do you have any of the above: YES* / NO
Date (most
recent first)
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Offence/Alleged
Offence/Investigation
*If yes please give details below:
Result (If
known/Applicable
Court/Police Station/Reason
Involved
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2. Do you know or associate with any person(s) (excluding registered informants or contacts
but INCLUDING FAMILY MEMBERS) whom you know or have reason to believe has criminal
convictions or is or has been involved in criminal activities? Are you aware of any other
circumstances or characteristics, which may impact upon vetting clearance?
YES* / NO
If YES, please give details below:
3. Have you ever been involved in any actions that could be described as
Politically/Religiously/Racially/Environmentally Disruptive? YES* / NO
If YES, please give details below:
* If applicable, please provide a Certificate of Satisfaction
Have you previously been the subject of a vetting procedure?
Yes
No
If Yes, please provide details.
Proof o
Proof of your identity is required. Please produce one form of photo id (e.g. passport or
photocard driving licence) and one other form of ID, which must show your current address
(e.g. utility bill). If you do not possess a passport or photocard D/L then you must produce your
birth certificate
Photocopies of the relevant pages of these documents must accompany this form.
I certify that I have examined the above-mentioned original documents and confirm that they
relate to the applicant.
Verification by Manager, Director or Company Secretary
Printed Name………………………………………………..
Signature…………………………………………………….. Date………………………………………..
Position………………………………………..
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Company Stamp if applicable
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DECLARATION
•
I consent to the information provided on this form being used by ACPO CPI Limited for the
purpose of vetting.
•
I declare that the information I have given is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
•
I undertake to notify ACPO CPI Limited of any material changes in the information I have given.
•
I consent to a financial check being carried out.
•
I understand that any false statement or deliberate omission I have given in this questionnaire
will cause my vetting to be rejected
•
I understand it is my responsibility to inform those named on the form that their details have
been provided for the purpose of my vetting application.
•
The information I have provided may be held on manual filing and computer systems as part of
the vetting process.
In accordance with police force policy and the National Vetting Policy for the Police Community 2010, it
should be noted that a Chief Officer reserves the right to refuse appointment without giving reason
under Section 6 Police Act 1996 and the Police (Scotland) Act 1967.
Signature of applicant:
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Date:
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DIVULGING OFFICIAL INFORMATION
I hereby acknowledge that I clearly understand that the communication, whether verbally, writing or
any other form, to any person other than a police officer or a member of police staff, of information
acquired as a result of work undertaken with the Police Service may be an offence against the Data
Protection Acts, punishable by imprisonment.
I also understand that the communication, either verbally or in writing, to any person other than a
police officer or a member of Police Staff of any information acquired as a result of my work partnership
with the Police Service may result in the opportunity to work with the Police Service being withdrawn.
Signed:
Dated:
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Form D part II :
Financial Information Form for Vetting Purposes
Name in Full:
Date of Birth:
Position Applied For:
Employing Organisation:
Unless otherwise stated, please complete these questions in respect of the last six years.
Yes / No
If yes, please provide full details – failure
to do so could delay your application
Have you had a loan arrangement terminated
by a bank/building society/finance house/other
financial institution?
Have you had a credit/charge/store or
cheque/debit card withdrawn
Have you been served with a default notice on
any credit agreement?
Are you currently in arrears with any existing
loan/mortgage/credit card/hire purchase
agreement?
Have you ever been registered bankrupt?
If yes, have your bankruptcy debts been
discharged?
If yes, when?
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Have you ever been the subject of a County
Court Judgement on a financial matter?
If yes, has the CCJ been cleared?
If yes, when?
If applicable, please provide a copy of the
Certificate of Satisfaction
PLEASE NOTE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED WHERE THERE ARE OUTSTANDING
CCJs
Have you been party to a voluntary agreement
registered with the County Court?
Have you had repossession proceedings
commenced against you?
Declaration
I declare that all the statements I have made are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and
belief.
I consent to ACPO CPI Ltd, on behalf of Chief Officers, undertaking such financial checks (i.e. credit
reference check and/or financial questionnaire) as are necessary to verify my financial status for
vetting purposes. I understand that all such information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
I undertake to notify any significant changes or additions in the information I have provided in this
form.
I understand that if I have knowingly made a false statement or deliberate omission in the information
I have provided in this form, my application may be rejected.
Signature
Date
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Guide to preparing the written policy statement
In addition to completing the application forms the applicant company is also required to prepare a
written policy statement outlining why they are applying for their staff to have the additional powers
under the Railway Safety Accreditation Scheme and how the scheme will work in practice.
Basic information such as details of the deployment, the role of the accredited person and some basic
company history is requisite as are a number of company policy documents such as the last published
accounts and a copy of the employees recruitment policy.
Below is a suggested structure for the written policy statement:
Section 1: - The organisation applying
Background and explanation of the company’s activities:
How long they have been established
Mission statement
Approx number of staff
Ownership of company
Any significant Security Industry awards achieved
Organisation chart if available
Section 2: - Scope of the proposed scheme:
What additional powers are you applying for your staff to have?
Where will the accredited staff be deployed eg shopping mall, building site etc
Which police forces would your company be applying to work with
Number of accredited staff to be employed
Details of the supervisory structure for the proposed operation
Post profile and person specification
Training Plan for Accredited Persons
Details for the administration of Fixed Penalty Notices (if applicable) and the enforcement of unpaid
fines
Section 3: - Supporting Company documents
Copy of company recruitment policy and procedure to include company equality and diversity policy
Company Code of Conduct or employee handbook
Copy of company complaints procedure to include flowchart if available
Latest company annual report and Financial Statements
Copy of appropriate and current Employer and Public Liability Insurance certificate
Copies of awarded achievement certificates eg ISO Accreditations, NSI /SSAIB certificates
Any other supporting documents that are felt to be significant to this application.
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Section 4: - Fees
An initial application - £1,250.00 plus VAT
Renewal application - £750.00 plus VAT
Processing fee for each Director and Authorised Signatory - £30.00
Payment may be made either by cheque (made payable to ACPO CPI) or by BACS.
For BACS payments the bank details are:
Bank:
Account Name:
Account Number:
Sort Code:
Reference:
Bank of Scotland
ACPO Crime Prevention Initiatives
06157102
12-11-03
RSAS
Please ensure a remittance is sent to acpocpi@acpo.pnn.police.uk
Section 5: - Training
Please see below the following draft training specification for Accredited persons.
Specification for the Training Programme and Qualification
for
Accredited Persons
under
Community Safety Accreditation Schemes
(CSAS)
in England and Wales
Developed in consultation with representatives of: Association of Chief Police Officers
ACPO CPI
Home Office
Skills for Security
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CONTENTS
Section 1:
Section 2:
Section 3:
Appendix
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Introduction and background
1
Definition of Accredited Person
2
Implications Arising from the Police Reform Act, 2002
3
Support for this Specification
Delivery
1
Criteria for Learning Delivery
2
Approved Trainers
3
Sector Competence for Approved Trainers
4
Learning Programme Overview
5
Detailed learning specification
Qualification
1
Assessment
2
Practical skills assessment
3
Certification
4
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
A
Example of scenarios for learning and assessment
B
Associated national occupational standards
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Section 1:
Introduction and background
1. Introduction
Community stakeholders recognise that the individuals, who work to provide a safe and secure
environment, must have a broad range of skills and a clear understanding of their role in supporting
Community Safety Accreditation Schemes (CSAS). As the scope and importance of community safety
continues to grow, so the degree of professionalism expected from those working in this area will
increase. It is therefore essential for all Accredited Persons (APs) to have undergone a structured
learning programme resulting in recognised qualifications if they are to be effective and professional in
their role.
1.1. Definition of Accredited Person
An accredited person is a person employed by an organisation (other than a police force) in a
community safety role, who has been accredited by a Chief Officer of Police under section 41 of the
Police Reform Act 2002.
A Chief Officer of Police may confer an accredited person with limited police powers which are set
out in Schedule 5 of the Police Reform Act 2002.
In order to accredit a person a Chief Officer of Police must be satisfied that their employer is fit and
proper, that the individual concerned is suitable and has received adequate training.
A wide range of people are eligible to be accredited under a Community Safety Accreditation
Scheme. Some typical examples would be neighbourhood wardens, security staff, park rangers,
traffic management companies, housing association employees and parking attendants.
1.2. Implications arising from the Police Reform Act, 2002
The Police Reform Act 2002 states that –
A Chief Officer of Police shall not grant accreditation to a person under this section unless he is
satisfied-
a) that the person's employer is a fit and proper person to supervise the carrying out of the
functions for the purposes of which the accreditation is to be granted;
b) that the person himself is a suitable person to exercise the powers that will be conferred on
him by virtue of the accreditation;
c) that the person is capable of effectively carrying out the functions for the purposes of which
those powers are to be conferred on him; and
d) that the person has received adequate training for the exercise of those powers.
The purpose of this specification is to encourage a national standard for any relevant learning provision,
to assure Chief Officers of Police that an individual who achieves an Accredited Persons qualification,
and who applies for accreditation, has received adequate learning for the exercise of the powers given.
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'This qualification is designed to be positioned at level 2 in the National Qualification Framework. It is
suitable for any learner undertaking a non-police community safety role whose employer is approved as
a fit and proper person to supervise their staff to be accredited under their local Community Safety
Accreditation Scheme. Learners may include private security personnel who hold an SIA licence to
practice'.
The learning programme’s required guided learning hours will depend on individual force requirements.
It may be viewed as a progression route within the security qualifications framework as well as into
other community safety and police sector roles. The qualification awarded will be a nationally
recognised level 2 award, however unit certification will be available if required.
1.3. Support for this Specification
Support for this learning specification has been given by –
Association for Chief Police Officers
ACPO - CPI
Metropolitan Police Service
British Transport Police
Home Office
Security Industry Authority
Skills for Security
The qualification has been recommended as Best Practice. However it is at the discretion of an
individual Chief Officer of Police to determine whether they require the qualification as mandatory.
Although the qualification has the support of the above organisations it should be noted that the
qualification does not provide automatic accreditation of an individual under a Community Safety
Accreditation Scheme. This is still the role and responsibility of the Chief Officer of Police.
Section 2:
Delivery
2.1
Centres will comply with normal Awarding Organisations arrangements for Centre approval
2.2
Approved Trainers
All trainers are required to hold a relevant teaching or training qualification at NQF level 3 or above,
accredited by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) or the Scottish
Qualifications Authority (SQA), or other relevant qualification endorsed by the Higher Education
Authority.
In addition, trainers in Conflict Management are required to hold a relevant qualification in Conflict
Management training endorsed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) or equivalent.
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2.3
Sector Competence of Approved Trainers
All trainers must know and understand current legislation relevant to Community Safety Accreditation
Schemes, Accredited Persons and the powers that may be exercised.
In addition, all trainers must have recent, relevant experience in community safety or related
occupations. However, other relevant experience and circumstances may be considered by awarding
organisations.
Trainers are encouraged to maintain their sector competence through continuing professional
development (CPD) activities.
2.4
Learning Programme Overview
Core competency learning and assessment against this specification should be delivered over the
appropriate guided learning hours as determined by Awarding Organisations and cover the following;
Mandatory
1. The extended police family and Community Safety Accreditation Schemes and current
legislation that is relevant to Community Safety Accreditation Schemes, Accredited Persons and
the powers that may be exercised
2. Diversity and social inclusion within communities
3. Interpersonal social skills in the community
4. Risk assessment and personal safety
5. Conflict management and assertiveness
6. Recording evidence and details of incidents
7. Community safety problem solving and crime reduction in communities
8. Accredited Persons action at crime scenes or incidents
Pathways
1. General Powers for Accredited Persons
2.
a. Anti-Social behaviour/environment offences for Accredited Persons
b. Anti-Social behaviour/environment offences for Accredited Persons/Fixed penalty
offences
3. Traffic Offences for Accredited Persons
4. Firework Offences for Accredited Persons
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5. Licensing Offences for Accredited Persons
6. Railway Offences for Accredited Persons
7. Miscellaneous Offences for Accredited Persons
However it is still the role and responsibility of the Chief Officer of Police to deem that the person is
capable of effectively carrying out the functions for which powers are to be conferred on them, that the
person has received adequate training for the exercise of those powers and has been subject to an
assessment or knowledge check.
2.5
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See also the detailed Learning Specification below
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Community Safety Accreditation Schemes – Detailed Learning Specification Mandatory modules
Ref
1
2
3
Aim – to discuss:
Objectives – by the end of the session, the trainee will be able to:
Reference to NOS in italics
The extended police family and
• explain the purpose of Community Safety Accreditation Schemes (CSAS); and
Community Safety Accreditation
• state the main areas of current legislation that relate to the role of Accredited Persons and describe their
Schemes and current legislation that
relevance to the role of the Accredited Person (Police Reform Act 2002; PACE 1984, Criminal Law Act 1967,
is relevant to Community Safety
Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003, Fixed Penalty Notices, licensing laws, human rights, common law [self
Accreditation Schemes, Accredited
defence, protecting life and property], data protection, RIPA, relevant young persons offences [drugs, alcohol,
Persons and the powers that may
tobacco], arrestable offences; equal opportunities and anti-discrimination)
be exercised.
• explain the role, responsibilities and qualities of Accredited Persons (AP).
• state the powers that an Accredited Person could have; and
• state the limits of the powers of an Accredited Person.
• describe how the various partners of the extended police family work together for the safety and security of
communities;
CWD 6
Diversity and social inclusion within • explain what constitutes diversity, prejudice and discrimination, and the effect they have on communities;
communities.
• describe typical diversity and social inclusion issues found in communities, and measures Accredited Persons
can take to deal with them;
• explain how the Accredited Person should apply anti-discriminatory practices; and
• describe how individuals’ rights can be respected by an Accredited Person whilst recognising the rights of the
community.
SfS14
Interpersonal social skills in the
community.
•
•
•
•
SfS4
CWD 5, CWD 6
Draft Version 3 (April 2013)
•
explain the principles and importance of effective communication by Accredited Persons;
describe typical barriers to effective communication for an Accredited Person and how to overcome them;
explain how non-verbal communication, listening and questioning can help effective communication for an
Accredited Person;
demonstrate how the Accredited Person can be sensitive to the needs and feelings of others, without
compromising their role or authority; and
demonstrate how the Accredited Person can use impartiality, fairness, tact and empathy in their role.
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4
Risk assessment and personal
safety.
•
•
•
•
•
•
describe the key responsibilities of Accredited Persons and their employers in relation to health and safety in
the workplace;
explain the difference between threat and risk, and how to evaluate both;
explain what is meant by ‘dynamic risk assessment’ and how risk should be assessed by an Accredited Person;
explain the purpose and procedures of carrying out assessments of risk associated with the Accredited Person
role;
give examples of typical sources of threat to Accredited Persons and the precautions they are authorised to
take to minimise the risk associated with these threats (planned risk reduction); and
carry out a risk assessment and demonstrate how to minimise the risk to their personal safety.
SFS 1 & 2
5
Conflict management and
assertiveness.
•
•
•
6
SLP 12
CWD 14
Recording evidence and details of
incidents.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
7
SLP 26
Community safety problem solving
and crime reduction in communities
•
•
•
•
•
Draft Version 3 (April 2013)
state typical characteristics associated with aggressive, violent, challenging or anti-social behaviour;
explain behaviour in terms of aggression, assertiveness and submission;
give examples of potential triggers to aggressive or violent behaviour Accredited Persons may experience;
describe exit strategies for Accredited Persons from high risk situations; and
demonstrate responses Accredited Persons can use to diffuse emotive situations (de-escalation, etc).
explain the need for and difficulties associated with Accredited Persons accurately recording details of
incidents;
explain the principles of accurately identifying and describing individuals in their pocket notebook;
explain the rules for Accredited Persons recording evidence;
describe what information and details associated with a range of typical incidents should be recorded;
explain the legal requirements associated with writing statements and producing evidence for courts and
similar hearings; and
demonstrate how evidence should be recorded.
explain what the term ‘problem solving’ means in relation to community safety and Accredited Persons;
explain the use of typical models used in problem solving;
give examples of other agencies involved in multi-agency approaches to problem solving; and
apply a model Accredited Persons can use to solve community safety problems;
explain what the term ‘crime reduction in the community’ means;
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•
8
SFJ BA2
SFJ BA5
Accredited Persons action at crime
scenes or incidents.
•
•
•
explain how the role of the Accredited Person fits in with Neighbourhood Policing particularly with reference
to patrolling communities;
describe the practical implications for the Accredited Person of using crime reduction measures.
describe the initial actions required of an Accredited Person at a scene of a crime or incident, with reference
to safety, involvement of emergency services, and care for injured persons;
describe what action is required of an Accredited Person to secure and preserve evidence, and ensure its
integrity and continuity, including controlling access to crime scenes;
SFJ BE2
Notes for Mandatory modules
1
The 8 modules outlined above could form 8 separate units of learning which in addition to the selected Pathway units of learning will be combined to suit
the Chief of Police, candidate and training provider requirements.
2
The objectives associated with each module are the required learning outcomes and should inform the content of the learning provision.
3
This learning specification sets down the minimum provision, to which additional content will be added if required, for example specialist areas of
knowledge.
4
The above information does not specify how the learning content should be delivered, or how understanding should be assessed. This latter aspect of
the learning specification has still to be discussed and agreed.
5
The level and depth of coverage of topics covered in this specification should be within the context of the role profile and responsibility of the accredited
person.
6
The references to national occupational standards within the modules attached are correct at the time of publication of this specification.
Draft Version 3 (April 2013)
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Community Safety Accreditation Schemes – Detailed Learning Specification Pathway modules
Ref
1
2a
Aim – to discuss:
Reference to NOS in italics
General Powers for Accredited
Persons
Objectives – by the end of the session, the trainee will be able to:
Anti-Social behaviour/environment
offences for Accredited Persons
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
2b
Anti-Social behaviour/environment
offences for Accredited
Persons/Fixed penalty offences
•
•
•
•
3
Traffic Offences for Accredited
Persons
•
•
•
•
•
4
Firework Offences for Accredited
Persons
Licensing Offences for Accredited
Persons
Draft Version 3 (April 2013)
Power to deal with begging
Power to require name and address for anti-social behaviour
Power to require persons drinking in designated place to surrender alcohol
Power to require persons aged under 18 to surrender alcohol
Power to seize tobacco from a person aged under 16
Power to stop cycles
Power to issue fixed penalty notices for dog fouling
Power to issue fixed penalty notices for graffiti and fly-posting
Power to issue fixed penalty notices for littering
Power to issue fixed penalty notices in relation to offences against certain byelaws
Power to require name and address for road traffic offences
Power to remove abandoned vehicles
Power to stop vehicles for testing
Power to control traffic for purposes other than escorting a load of exceptional dimensions
Power to direct traffic for the purposes of escorting abnormal loads
•
Power to issue PND for breach of fireworks curfew
Power to issue PND for possession of a category 4 firework
Power to issue PND for possession by a person under 18 of an adult firework
Power to issue PND for throwing fireworks
•
Power to issue PND for selling or attempting to sell alcohol to a person who is drunk
•
•
•
5
Power to issue penalty notices for disorder
Power to require giving of name and address for relevant offences
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•
•
•
•
•
•
6
7
Railway Offences for Accredited
Persons
•
Miscellaneous Offences for
Accredited Persons
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Power to issue PND for supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to a person aged under 18
Power to issue PND for sale of alcohol anywhere to a person under 18
Power to issue PND to person who buys or attempts to buy alcohol on behalf of a person under 18
Power to issue PND to person for delivery of alcohol to person under 18 or allowing such delivery
Power to issue PND for allowing consumption of alcohol by a person under 18 on relevant premises
Power to issue PND for buying or attempting to buy alcohol by a person under 18
Power to issue PND for trespassing on a railway
Power to issue PND for throwing stones at a train
Power to issue fixed penalty notices for truancy
Power to issue fixed penalty notice in respect of an excluded pupil in a public place
Power to photograph persons away from a police station
Power to issue penalty notice for disorder (PND) for wasting police time, Giving false report
Power to issue PND for using public electronic communications to cause annoyance
Power to issue PND knowingly giving a false alarm to a fire brigade
Notes for Pathway modules
1
The pathway modules will reflect the powers and roles undertaken by the Accredited Person within each force area and will complete the mandatory
training.
2
The 7 pathway modules outlined above could form 7 separate units of learning would be additional to the 8 units of mandatory learning, or be combined
to suit the training provider and candidate requirements.
3
The objectives associated with each module are the required learning outcomes and should inform the content of the learning provision.
4
This learning specification sets down the minimum provision, to which additional content will be added if required, for example specialist areas of
knowledge.
5
The above information does not specify how the learning content should be delivered, or how understanding should be assessed. This latter aspect of
the learning specification has still to be discussed and agreed.
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6
The level and depth of coverage of topics covered in this specification should be within the context of the role profile and responsibility of the accredited
person.
7
The references to national occupational standards within the modules attached are correct at the time of publication of this specification
8
Full details of powers are available from the ACPO Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) guidance notes dated January 2012
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Section 3:
Qualifications
It is proposed that any qualification awarded be accredited onto the National Qualification
Framework (NQF).
The qualification should be titled –
Level 2 Award in ‘Community Safety for Accredited Persons’
3.1
Assessment
The knowledge element of the qualification must be externally assessed.
3.2
Practical skills assessment
Guidance on exemplar assessment methodology for practical skills is given in Appendix A to this
specification.
3.3
Certification
Only full certification of an accredited qualification will be acceptable evidence of successful
achievement.
3.4
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is the responsibility of the Awarding Organisation.
However, it is appreciated that learners holding a conflict management unit as a licensed person or a
conflict management qualification could claim APEL for that portion of this specification. Learners
may be able to provide evidence to allow APEL of other areas e.g. use of communication equipment.
3.4
Accreditation End Date
The accreditation end date for this specification and associated qualifications is 31.12.16
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Example of scenario for learning and assessment: Example –
1. negotiating agreement between two or more members of the community that could have
significant impact on the community;
2. using inter-personal skills to diffuse potentially emotive situations;
3. making a written report of the incident, recording evidence that could be used in a court or
other hearing.
This type of scenario should require the candidate to –
a) demonstrate correct use of communication skills
b) be sensitive to the needs and feelings of the parties involved, including dealing with diversity
where appropriate;
c) assess the risks associated with the situation and take appropriate action to minimise any risk to
their personal safety; and
d) be assertive and remain in control of the situation whilst acting professionally.
e) making a written report of the incident, recording evidence that could be used in an
investigation of the incident.
Notes
Centres and Training Providers may use the above scenario for guidance.
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Associated National Occupational Standards
CSAS
Reference
National Occupational Standards
Reference
Title
1
CWD 6
Support community needs
2
SfS 14
Promote equality and value diversity
SfS 4
Communicate effectively with others
CWD 5
Receive and provide information
CWD 6
Support community needs
SfS 1
Protect yourself from the risk of violence at work
SfS 2
Make sure your own actions reduce risk to health and safety
SLP 12
Deal with disorderly and aggressive behaviour
CWD 14
Minimise and deal with aggressive and abusive behaviour
SLP 26
Record information relevant to your role
SFJ BA2
Determine the concerns and priorities of communities in relation to
safety, social inclusion and the prevention and reduction of crime and
anti-social behaviour
Contribute to developing awareness and community action in relation to
crime
Provide initial support to victims, survivors and witnesses and assess
their needs for further support
3
4
5
6
7
SFJ BA5
8
SFJ BE2
RSAS TRAINING PROVIDERS
1. Ian Kirke
Training for Success, TFS Suite, Unit 1, Egham Business Village, Crabtree
Road, Egham, Surrey TW20 8RB
Tel: 0870 1149999.
www.tfsuccess.com
2. Jigsaw Training
Ferry Road Office Park, Ferry Road, Preston. PR2 2YH
Tel: 01772 430004.
3. Ian Lodge
Specialised Training Services Essex Ltd
(Ex Essex Police Trainer – also does CSAS Traffic Management courses).
E-mail ianlodge@specialised.org.uk
Tel 0161 776141
4. Geoff Baines
STM Training Services Ltd
160 Cranbrook Road,
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Tel: 0208 554 3544
5. Denise Fermour
London Training & Resource Centre
160 Tooley Street
London SE1 2QH
Tel: 0207 7928 5897/ 0207 7525 1740
www.londontrc.org.uk
6. Avon & Somerset Constabulary
Police Headquarters
Valley Road
Portishead
Bristol BS 20 8QJ
Contact ???
Tel: 07917068919
7. Automobile Association
AA Drive Tech
Farnham
Hampshire
(Traffic Management Course only)
8. Elite Academy of Security Training Ltd
Ground Floor, Holland Court, The Close Norwich
NR1 4DY
9. Training for Tomorrow Today Ltd
Chelmsford
Essex
10. Farrow Risk Management
Portsmouth
Martin Farrow
Tel: 02392 658296
Mobile: 07730 869297
www.farrow-rm.com
11. Tess Group Ltd (Training Event Safety Solls Ltd)
Unit 14 Bassett Court
Loake Close
Grange Park
Northampton
NN4 5EZ
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Section 6: - Checklist
Please ensure all items on the checklist have been included prior to sending your application
to us:
Form
Employer’s application for accreditation
A
Statement of compliance
B
Disclaimer
C
Vetting form for Supervisors, Directors, Company
Owners, Authorised Signature (Form D)
D I & II
A written policy statement to include purpose and
extent of operation
Training Plan
Employee’s supervisory structure
If appropriate, Fixed Penalty Scheme including the
enforcement of unpaid fines
Existing enforcement policies
Recruitment Policy
Code of Conduct
Complaints procedure
Last years annual report/annual plan
Employer & Public Liability Insurance Details
Copies of achievement awards
Fees
Section 7: - Where to send your application
Please send your applications (including all completed and signed forms, and all directors
vetting forms) to Kenneth Meanwell, the ACPO Companies Approval Officer at the following
address:
ACPO Security Systems Office
Gainsborough Police Station
Morton Terrace
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 2SY
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Alternatively you may e mail the written policy application, and print and sign the completed
forms and attach them as scanned documents to the e mail.
E mail applications to be sent to:
Kenneth.meanwell@lincs.pnn.police.uk
Please forward payment of applicable fees separately.
Section 8: - FAQs and contact details for further enquiries
Q Do all the Directors need to complete both vetting forms?
A Yes. All Directors who are listed on the Company Return with Companies House must
complete and return both vetting forms and copy of their ID too.
Q Who should be the authorised signatory?
A This should be someone from within the organisation who has authority to sign
documents on behalf of the organisation and to act as a point of contact between the
company and the police force.
Q Do I need to send the list of staff to be accredited along with the application pack?
A No - this list will be required by the force whom you will be working with following
successful application. ACPO CPI do not require this information to complete the
assessment.
Q We are an NHS Trust – who should be completing our Directors vetting forms?
A The Executive Directors of the NHS Trust will need to complete the vetting forms.
Q From what date can we say we have accredited staff
A CSAS approval period commences once the accredited staff are in post.
Q Do I need to fill out all the forms again for a renewal application?
A No. A written application should be submitted to ACPO CPI within 3 months from the date
of your renewal date. If there has been a change of Authorised Signatory since the initial
application then all the forms will need to be resubmitted with the renewal – this applies for
any new Directors appointed since the initial application.
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Section 9: - Process for RSAS applications
Receive RSAS pack
Complete and return vetting
forms plus application to
ACPO CPI
Any queries or missing parts
of the application are
highlighted to the applicant.
Interview between company
and Company Approvals
Officer (ACPO CPI)
Company Approvals Officer
compiles report and sends
to the appropriate Chief
Constable as a letter of
recommendation/non
recommendation
The Police force will vet the
individuals and check they
have RSAS training
Protocols drawn up for
information sharing
between company and force
RSAS approval period
commences once the
accredited staff are in post.
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