CHIS

Question 1

What are four points of CHIS registration

Answer 1

• 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

Question 2

Define handler and co handler

Answer 2

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.

Question 3

CHIS rewards

Answer 3

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