CHIS Flashcards

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What are four points of CHIS registration

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  • Examine motivation of potential CHIS as part of the assessment of risks during recruitment.
  • Consult with CHIS Supervisor or Controller prior to use or tasking of a CHIS whose relationship has been established without an initial cultivation or recruitment process.
  • Ensure CHIs are managed and registered in accordance with policy
  • Comply with conditions of contact as imposed by the Controller and/or O/C HSMU
  • Register CHIS within 5 days unless approved otherwise by OC HSMU
  • Meet with Supervisor and Controller to complete a risk assessment and HSM1 Registration Form at the time of registration and reassess for any risk of relationship.
  • Ensure Supervisor is aware of any concerns about the personal circumstances of the CHIS
  • Regularly assess the CHIS associated risks, quality and reliability of information being provided in consultation with the CHIS Supervisor
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Define handler and co handler

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A handler is a Police Constable who has completed training to a level 1 in CHIS handling, who registers a CHIS and/or who primarily deals with that CHIS.

A co handler assists the primary Handler or assumes the Handlers role and responsibilities when required.

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CHIS rewards

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Handlers and Co-Handlers must:
- Submit applications for rewards and ancillary expenses

  • Avoid creating expectations on the part of the CHIS that may prejudice the Controllers or authorising officers objective assessment of the appropriate level of reward
  • Carefully plan for and manage the potential impact that large sums of money may have on a CHIS to avoid the risk of exposure
  • Ensure rewards are paid as per policy and the receipt forwarded to OC HSMU
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