1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 6 Intermediate Clerical, Sales and Service Workers >> 63 Intermediate Service Workers >> 639 Miscellaneous Intermediate Service Workers >> 6393 Prison Officers >> 6393-11 Prison Officer

6393-11	Prison Officer
	Custodial Officer

Supervises and controls inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience.

Tasks Include:

observes the conduct and behaviour of prisoners, to prevent disturbances and escapes
inspects and maintains the security of locks, window bars, grilles, doors and gates
supervises prisoners during work assignments, recreational periods, sports and meals
assists with the implementation of programs organised for prisoners
searches prisoners and cells for weapons, drugs or contraband items
patrols assigned areas and reports breaches of rules, unsatisfactory attitudes or prisoner adjustment problems
requisitions prisoners' clothing, toilet articles, reading material or other allowable items
supervises prisoners in transit between courts, prisons and other facilities
prepares admission and other reports
may be required to administer first aid
may manage a wing or prison area and supervise the work of other prison officers