• Unit/Standard Number

    Homeland Security and Protective Services
    CIP 43.9999
    Task Grid
      Secondary Competency Task List
    100 DEMONSTRATE USE OF A PERSONAL COMPUTER
    101 Demonstrate use of computer peripherals and accessories.
    102 Prepare a document using Microsoft word or similar computer application.
    103 Develop a spreadsheet using Microsoft excel or similar computer application.
    104 Develop a presentation or slide show using power point or a similar presentation medium.
    105 Print a document on a printer.
    106 Scan a document to an electronic file on a computer.
       
    200 EXPLAIN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROCESS
    201 Demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice system.
    202 Explain and describe selected elements of the United States Constitution.
    203 Explain and describe selected landmark cases that illustrate U.S. Constitutional law.
    204 Demonstrate knowledge of the history of criminal justice.
    205 Define laws of arrest.
    206 Describe and explain multiculturalism and diversity in criminal justice.
    207 Describe methods of collection of crime data.
    208 Describe and define hate crimes.
    209 Describe emerging patterns of criminal activity.
    210 Describe the effects of crime on special populations in America.
    211 Describe the economic and human costs of crime.
    212 Demonstrate knowledge of Pennsylvania crimes code.
    213 Explain and describe civil law.
    214 Explain and describe administrative law.
    215 Explain and describe case law.
    216 Explain and describe rules of Pennsylvania criminal procedures.
    217 Describe types of defenses to a criminal charge.
       
    300 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF POLICING
    301 Demonstrate knowledge of American law enforcement on the federal, state and local levels.
    302 Explain the history of the professionalism of private security.
    303 Demonstrate knowledge of major issues and challenges in contemporary policing.
    304 Explain and define corruption and integrity within law enforcement agencies.
    305 Describe major dangers of a career in police work.
    306 Describe civil liability in police work.
    307 Explain law enforcement’s use of force.
    308 Describe what is meant by a code of ethics in law enforcement agencies.
    309 Describe the education and training process in law enforcement careers.
    310 Describe the recruitment procedures followed by law enforcement agencies when hiring new police officers.
    311 Describe the issues facing minorities who want to be effective police officers.
    312 Explain the individual rights of citizens and due process requirements.
    313 Explain search and seizure.
    314 Explain “plain-view” requirements.
    315 Explain the USA Patriot Act of 2001.
       
    400 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF THE JUDICIAL PROCESS
    401 Demonstrate knowledge of the state and federal court systems.
    402 Explain grand jury proceedings.
       
    500 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF CORRECTIONS
    501 Explain probation, parole, and corrections in the United States.
    502 Describe advantages and disadvantages of probation and parole.
    503 Describe the job of probation and parole officers.
    504 Define intermediate sanctions.
    505 Discuss the future of probation and parole.
    506 Define restorative justice.
       
    600 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF PRISONS AND JAILS
    601 Describe the historical significance of prisons, jails, and lock-up's in the United States.
    602 Describe the historical security levels and classifications in prisons.
    603 Explain how jails are similar to and different from prisons.
    604 Describe and explain the difference between direct and in-direct supervision jails.
    605 Demonstrate knowledge of privatization of prisons.
    606 Describe principles and skills needed to supervise inmates.
    607 Explain key and tool control in jails and prisons.
    608 Explain hostage incidents in jails or prisons.
    609 Describe prison lifestyles and special populations.
    610 Explain programs that promote professionalism among correctional officers.
    611 Describe legal basis of prisoner’s rights.
       
    700 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM
    701 Describe history of the juvenile justice system.
    702 Define the difference between the dependent and delinquent juvenile.
    703 Name important U.S. Supreme Court decisions relevant to juvenile justice and describe their effects of the handling of juveniles in the justice system today.
    704 Explain the similarities and differences between the juvenile justice system and the adult system of justice.
       
    800 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF THE CURRENT TRENDS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
    801 Explain the important role that technology has played and will continue to plan in the fight against crime and the quest for justice.
    802 Explain the nature of high tech crime and list some forms that such crime might take.
    803 Identify the threats to individual rights inherent in the increased use of advanced technology.
    804 Describe the need for homeland security.
    805 Describe terrorism as it has evolved in the 21st century.
       
    900 DEMONSTRATE PROPER COMMUNICATIONS TECHNIQUES
    901 Answer the telephone for an emergency and a non-emergency.
    902 Log information on a computer.
    903 Use the international phonetic alphabet to communicate.
    904 Read a street map and a road map.
    905 Give directions with a map.
    906 Print in block letters.
    907 Demonstrate knowledge of radio communications.
    908 Complete reports in all areas of criminal justice.
       
    1000 DEMONSTRATE RADIO COMMUNICATIONS TECHNIQUES
    1001 Describe roles and responsibilities of the 911radio dispatcher.
    1002 Explain legal aspects of a public safety tele-communicator.
    1003 Use current radio technology and terminology.
    1004 Operate a two-way radio.
       
    1100 INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
    1101 Demonstrate knowledge of the rules of conduct for the school and classroom.
    1102 Describe the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
    1103 Identify safety and standard operation procedures.
    1104 State and follow rules for using Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS).
    1105 Demonstrate procedures for the recognition and identification of Hazardous Materials
       
    1200 DEMONSTRATE SELF-DEFENSE TECHNIQUES
    1201 Demonstrate knowledge of health and wellness activities.
    1202 Perform basic principles of unarmed self-defense.
    1203 Perform basic principles of tactical self defense.
    1204 Demonstrate proficiency required for the handling and use of oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray.
    1205 Demonstrate proficiency required for the handling and use of a baton.
       
    1300 PERFORM PATROL DUTIES
    1301 Explain the proper care and safety of police equipment.
    1302 Demonstrate proper use of temporary restraints.
    1303 Participate in a shadowing experience when permissible.
    1304 Identify security measures.
    1305 Demonstrate how to handle incidents of shoplifting and retail theft.
    1306 Prepare prisoners for transport.
    1307 Escort a prisoner on foot.
    1308 Escort a person requiring protection to and from a courthouse or other locations.
    1309 Use a scanning device to determine if a person is carrying a concealed weapon.
    1310 Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle law and crash investigation.
    1311 Describe how to make a felony stop.
    1312 Demonstrate proper techniques for non-felony vehicle stops.
    1313 Demonstrate proper techniques for traffic control.
    1314 Use Pennsylvania vehicle codes to determine appropriate traffic infractions.
    1315 Demonstrate proper techniques for vehicle stops.
    1316 Stop a driver who is suspected of driving under the influence of a controlled substance.
    1317 Demonstrate the steps to fold a US Flag.
    1318 Demonstrate the proper use of directional devices.
    1319 Demonstrate effective techniques for handling domestic disputes.
    1320 Demonstrate the application of community policing and crime prevention.
    1321 Check a building for security.
    1321 Demonstrate knowledge of the procedure for the proper use of force.
       
    1400 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF CRIMINAL LAW AS IT APPLIES TO INVESTIGATIONS
    1401 Demonstrate knowledge of processing a crime scene.
    1402 Demonstrate how to search an area for evidence
    1403 Secure a crime scene and collect physical evidence.
    1404 Collect, preserve and catalog physical evidence while maintaining a chain of custody.
    1405 Use a handheld metal detector.
    1406 Use a scale or balance.
    1407 Use a speed-timing device.
    1408 Explain polygraph procedures.
       
    1500 MANAGE STRESS RELATED TO A JOB IN PROTECTIVE SERVICES
    1501 Describe physical stress and how it occurs.
    1502 Describe mental stress and how it occurs.
    1503 List and explain ways to reduce stress.
       
    1600 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FIREFIGHTING SAFETY
    1601 Identify, inspect and maintain personal protective equipment.
    1602 Identify different types of building construction.
    1603 List, describe and use personal protective equipment to include a helmet, protective hood, protective coat and trousers.
    1604 Enter and locate fire, taking precautions of "trying before prying," opening door slowly, and observing conditions. 
    1605 Identify and demonstrate ventilation techniques and fire control procedures.
    1606 Identify and demonstrate the 14 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives.
       
    1700 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FIREFIGHTING SCIENCE
    1701 Demonstrate knowledge of fire service history in the United States.
    1702 Describe how a fire department is organized.
    1703 Describe and explain the elements of the fire tetrahedron and their relationship to each other.
    1704 Describe where supplies of water are found for firefighting purposes.
    1705 Identify and explain the use of fire hoses and appliances.
    1706 Explain the use of hose nozzles, fire streams and foam.
    1707 Explain the use of a fire extinguisher to extinguish an incipient fire
    1708 Describe procedures used for forcible entry.
    1709 Make a list of tools used for forcible entry.
    1710 Explain ventilation procedures used in fighting fires.
    1711 Explain what is meant by "salvage," and "overhaul."
    1712 Define and identify fire behavior.
    1713 Identify terms related to fire behavior, including British thermal unit, Fahrenheit, Celsius, calorie, and flash point.
    1714 Define the hazard of a solid, liquid, or gas as they relate to the combustion process. 
    1715 Identify two types of energy heat sources for chemical, mechanical, and electrical fires. 
    1716 Identify and describe different fire streams.
    1717 Differentiate between fire detection, alarm and suppression systems.
    1718 Describe post fire loss control.
    1719 Explain and demonstrate techniques for fire prevention.
    1720 Conduct a fire safety survey.
       
    1800 DEMONSTRATE SKILL IN FIGHTING FIRES
    1801 Demonstrate knowledge of hose loads.
    1802 Demonstrate how to unroll, roll, and store a fire hose properly.
    1803 Identify and use fire prevention tools and equipment.
    1804 Demonstrate proper techniques for carrying and dragging victims.
    1805 Demonstrate knowledge of fire suppression devices in buildings, such as sprinklers and extinguishers.
    1806 Describe and demonstrate water supply sources.
    1807 Demonstrate the correct procedure for donning Structural Firefighting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1808 Demonstrate the correct procedure for donning SCBA, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard. 
    1809 Demonstrate the correct inspection & maintenance procedures in accordance the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1810 Demonstrate the safe procedure to refill SCBA air cylinder and replace it in its harness, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1811 Describe the elements of an accountability system & demonstrate the application of the system at an incident.
    1812 Identify and select the proper tools & equipment for a search & rescue assignment.
    1813 Demonstrate life safety techniques to be used when trapped in a fire situation or hostile environment.
    1814 Remove a victim from a hazardous atmosphere.
    1815 Demonstrate the ability to perform a systematic search.
    1816 Identify the parts of a ladder.
    1817 Demonstrate a one person carry and raise/throw of a straight ladder while wearing PPE, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard. 
    1818 Demonstrate a two person carry & raise of a 24'/28' ladder in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard. 
    1819 Demonstrate a 3 person carry and raise of a 35' ladder, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1820 Demonstrate operating from an extension ladder, in a safe and controlled manner, while wearing protective clothing, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1821 Identify nozzles, adapters, hose, and appliances.
    1822 Demonstrate hose loads, inspection, maintenance and cleaning of hose and couplings, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1823 Demonstrate hose rolls, carries and coupling methods, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1824 Advance attack line through building including up and down stairways, advance uncharged line up a ladder into a second story window:  working from a ladder with a 1 1/2" or larger hose line, in accordance while operating as a member of a team.
    1825 Identify the tools; explain their cleaning and maintenance procedures.
    1826 Perform a forcible entry in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1827 Work as a member of a team will properly deploy portable water tank.
    1828 Setup a pumper to draft from a portable water tank(s), in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1829 Connect a fire department pumper to a water supply as a member of a team in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1830 Identify specified knots, the use of each knot, correctly tie knot (with gloves).
    1831 Inspect, maintain and store rope.
    1832 Hoist fire service tools and appliances, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1833 Demonstrate while operating as an individual or as a member of a team the correct procedure for folding and rolling salvage cover.
    1834 Describe the correct method of inspecting and cleaning salvage covers.
    1835 Construct and demonstrate the use of a water chute and catchall, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1836 Operate as a member of a team to combat a simulated ground cover fire.
    1837 Extinguish incipient Class A, Class B, or Class C fires, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1838 Attack an interior structure fire operating as a member of a team in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard. 
    1839 Attack a passenger vehicle fire operating as a member of a team, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1840 Overhaul a fire scene, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.
    1841 Identify key parts of a sprinkler system including the fire department connection and water motor gong. 
    1842 Operate the main control valve and stop the flow of water from a sprinkler heads in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1843 Illuminate the emergency scene, and control the utilities in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1844 Perform vertical ventilation on a pitched roof structure operating as part of a team in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1845 Perform horizontal ventilation on a structure operating as part of a team in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1846 Deliver a pre-assigned fire safety topic to station visitors or small groups in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.   (Time limit of 5 minutes)
    1847 Perform a fire safety survey in a private dwelling, in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1848 Initiate the response to a reported emergency and receive a business or personal telephone call in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
    1849 Demonstrate climbing a previously positioned aerial ladder in accordance with the current NFPA 1001 standard.  
       
    1900 COMMUNICATE IN AN EMERGENCY
    1901 List the proper methods of initiating and terminating a radio call. 
    1902 State the proper sequence for delivery of patient information. 
    1903 Explain the importance of effective communication of patient information in the verbal report. 
    1904 Identify the essential components of the verbal report. 
    1905 State legal aspects to consider in verbal communication. 
    1906 Discuss the communication skills that should be used to interact with the patient. 
    1907 Discuss communication skills used to interact with the family, bystanders, and individuals. 
    1908 List the correct radio procedures in all phases of a typical call: to the scene, at the scene, to the facility, etc. 
    1909 Explain the rationale for providing efficient and effective radio communication and patient reports. 
    1910 Perform a simulated, organized, concise radio transmission. 
    1911 Perform an organized, concise patient report that would be given to the staff at a receiving facility. 
       
    2000 PREPARE AND COMPLETE DOCUMENTATION
    2001 Identify and explain the components of a written report, and list information that should be included on the written report. 
    2002 Describe the legal implications associated with the written report. 
    2003 Discuss all state and/or local record and reporting requirements. 
       
    2100 DEMONSTRATE HOW TO LIFT AND MOVE PATIENTS
    2101 Describe EMS safety concerns when lifting and moving patients.
    2102 Explain the rationale for properly lifting and moving patients. 
    2103 Discuss the general considerations of moving patients. 
    2104 Discuss the guidelines and safety precautions that need to be followed when lifting a patient. 
    2105 Describe the safe lifting of cots and stretchers. 
    2106 Describe the guidelines and safety precautions for carrying patients and/or equipment. 
    2107 Discuss one-handed carrying techniques. 
    2108 Describe correct and safe carrying procedures on stairs. 
    2109 State the guidelines for "reaching" while moving patients, and their application. 
    2110 Describe correct reaching for log rolls. 
    2111 State the guidelines for pushing and pulling. 
       
    2112 State three situations that may require the use of an emergency move. 
    2113 Identify patient carrying devices. 
    2114 Work with a partner to transfer a patient to transport devices such as stretchers. 
    2115 Work with a partner to transfer a patient from an ambulance stretcher to a hospital stretcher.
       
    2200 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) 
    2201 State the specific statutes and regulations in Pennsylvania regarding the EMS system. 
    2202 Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the EMS safety of the crew, the patient, and bystanders.. 
    2203 Define medical direction and discuss the EMS’s role in the process. 
    2204 Assess areas of personal attitude and conduct of the EMS. 
    2205 Characterize the various methods used to access the EMS system in your community. 
    2206 List emotional reactions that the EMS may experience when faced with trauma, illness, death, and dying.
    2207 Discuss the possible reactions that a family member may exhibit when confronted with death and dying. 
    2208 State the steps in the EMS approach to the family confronted with death and dying. 
    2209 State possible reactions that the family of the EMS may exhibit due to their outside involvement in EMS. 
    2210 Recognize the signs and symptoms of critical incident stress. 
       
    2300 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF AMBULANCE OPERATIONS
    2301 Discuss the medical and non-medical equipment needed to respond to a call. 
    2302 List the phases of an ambulance call. 
    2303 List contributing factors to unsafe driving conditions. 
    2304 Describe the considerations given to requests for escorts, following an escort vehicle, and intersections. 
    2305 Discuss "Due Regard for Safety of All Others" while operating an emergency vehicle. 
    2306 Identify what is essential for completion of a call. 
    2307 Distinguish among the terms cleaning, disinfection, high-level disinfection, and sterilization. 
    2308 Describe how to clean or disinfect items, following patient care. 
    2309 Describe the purpose of extrication. 
    2310 Discuss the role of the EMS in extrication. 
    2311 Identify what personnel protective equipment for personal safety is required for a variety of emergency situations. 
    2312 Discuss the importance of body substance isolation. 
    2313 Describe the steps the EMS-Basic should take for personal protection from airborne and blood borne pathogens. 
    2314 Use and dispose of appropriate personal protective equipment in cases of potential infectious exposure. 
    2315 Complete disinfection/cleaning and all reporting documentation after potential infectious exposure. 
    2316 Explain the rationale for serving as an advocate for the use of appropriate protective equipment. 
    2317 Define the fundamental components of extrication. 
    2318 State the steps that should be taken to protect the patient during extrication. 
    2319 Evaluate various methods of gaining access to the patient. 
    2320 Explain the EMS's role during a call involving hazardous materials. 
    2321 Describe what the EMS should do if there is reason to believe that there is a hazard at the scene. 
    2322 Describe the actions that an EMS should take to ensure bystander safety. 
    2323 State the role the EMS performs until trained personnel arrive at a hazardous materials scene. 
    2324 Analyze the steps for approaching a hazardous situation. 
    2325 Discuss the various environmental hazards that affect EMS. 
    2326 Describe the criteria for a multiple-casualty situation. 
    2327 Summarize the components of basic triage. 
    2328 Define the role of the EMS in a disaster operation. 
    2329 Describe basic concepts of incident management. 
    2330 Explain the methods for preventing contamination of self, equipment, and facilities. 
    2331 Review the local mass casualty incident plan. 
    2332 Given a scenario of a mass casualty incident, perform triage. 
       
    2400 PERFORM BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TO VICTIMS
    2401 Demonstrate basic life support for an adult.
    2402 Demonstrate basic life support for a child.
    2403 Demonstrate basic life support for an infant.
    2404 Demonstrate basic life support airway management.
       
    2500 PERFORM BASIC FIRST AID TO VICTIMS
    2501 Demonstrate care for shock.
    2502 Demonstrate care for medical emergencies.
    2503 Demonstrate care for trauma.
       
    2600 DEFINE THE EMS‘S SCOPE OF PRACTICE FOR EMS PERSONNEL
    2601 Discuss the importance of Do Not Resuscitate [DNR] and local or state provisions regarding EMS application. 
    2602 Explain the role of EMS and the EMS regarding patients with DNR orders. 
    2603 Define consent and discuss the methods of obtaining consent. 
    2604 Differentiate between expressed and implied consent. 
    2605 Explain the role of "consent" of minors in providing care to them. 
    2606 Discuss the implications for the EMS in patient refusal of transport. 
    2607 Discuss the issues of abandonment, negligence, and battery for an EMS. 
    2608 State the conditions necessary for the EMS to have a duty to act. 
    2609 Explain the importance, necessity, and legality of patient confidentiality. 
    2610 Discuss the considerations of the EMS in issues of organ retrieval. 
    2611 Differentiate the actions that an EMS should take to assist in the preservation of a crime scene. 
    2612 State the conditions that require an EMS to notify local law enforcement officials. 
       
    2700 DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF THE HUMAN BODY
    2701 Identify topographic terms of the body. 
    2702 Describe the anatomy and function of major body systems. 
       
    2800 GATHER A PATIENT’S BASELINE VITAL SIGNS AND HEALTH HISTORY
    2801 Demonstrate the skills that should be used to obtain information from the patient, family, or bystanders at the scene. 
    2802 Identify the components of the extended vital signs. 
    2803 Demonstrate the skills involved in assessment of breathing. 
    2804 Differentiate among shallow, labored, and noisy breathing. 
    2805 Describe the methods to obtain a pulse rate. 
    2806 Demonstrate the skills associated with obtaining a pulse. 
    2807 Demonstrate the skills associated with obtaining blood pressure. 
    2808 Identify the information obtained when assessing a patient's pulse. 
    2809 Differentiate among a strong, weak, regular, and irregular pulse. 
    2810 Demonstrate the skills associated with assessing the skin's color, temperature, and condition in infants/children. 
    2811 Describe methods to assess the skin's color, temperature, and condition (capillary refill in infants and children). 
    2812 Identify normal and abnormal skin colors. 
    2813 Differentiate among pale, blue, red, and yellow skin color. 
    2814 Identify normal and abnormal skin temperature and conditions. 
    2815 Differentiate among hot, cool, and cold skin temperatures. 
    2816 Identify normal and abnormal capillary refill in infants and children. 
    2817 Demonstrate the skills associated with assessing the pupils. 
    2818 Identify normal and abnormal pupil size. 
    2819 Differentiate between dilated (big) and constricted (small) pupil sizes. 
       
    2900 DEMONSTRATE THE PROPER VENTILATION OF AN AIRWAY
    2901 Name and label on a diagram the major structures of the respiratory system. 
    2902 List the signs of adequate and inadequate breathing. 
    2903 Describe the techniques of suctioning. 
    2904 List steps in performing the actions taken when providing mouth-to-mouth and artificial ventilation. 
    2905 Define the components of an oxygen delivery system. 
    2906 Demonstrate the steps in performing the jaw thrust. 
    2907 Demonstrate the techniques of suctioning. 
    2908 Demonstrate the steps in providing mouth-to-mouth ventilation with body substance isolation (barrier shields). 
    2909 Demonstrate how to insert an oropharyngeal (oral) airway. 
    2910 Demonstrate how to insert a nasopharyngeal (nasal) airway. 
    2911 Demonstrate the correct operation of oxygen tanks and regulators. 
    2912 Demonstrate the use of a nasal cannula and state the flow requirements needed for its use. 
    2913 Demonstrate how to artificially ventilate the infant and child patient. 
    2914 Demonstrate oxygen administration for the infant and child patient.