Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to develop and document an investigative plan. It requires an ability to assess the scope of the investigation, select a preferred investigative method based on client requirements and time, resource and legal parameters, and plan for contingencies in the conduct of the investigation. This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons engaged in investigative work in those states and territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency has application in a range of work roles in the investigative services industry. Work is performed under limited supervision and competency requires some judgement and decision-making. The knowledge and skills described in this unit are to be applied within relevant legislative and organisational guidelines. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Identify scope of investigation . |
1.1 Assignment instructions and relevant information is obtained to review client and legislative requirements . 1.2 Clarification of instructions or further information is sought as required from relevant persons . 1.3 Necessary resources and equipment are identified and availability checked against assignment instructions and budget. 1.4 Limitations in conducting investigation are recognised and assistance sought as required from relevant persons. |
2 Determine method of investigation . |
2.1 An effective method of investigation is determined in accordance with assignment instructions, client brief and continuity of evidence requirements. 2.2 Background information and an assessment of benefits and limitations is conducted to confirm suitability of recommended investigative method. 2.3 Necessary modifications to investigative methods are identified and implemented where practicable based on an assessment of risk. 2.4 Proposed investigative method is discussed and confirmed with client using appropriate communication techniques . |
3 Develop investigation plan . |
3.1 Investigation plan is prepared based on assignment instructions, client requirements, and identified investigative methods and resources. 3.2 Plan includes identified sources and methods for collecting information which are valid, lawful, reliable and make efficient use of resources. 3.3 Plan incorporates contingency measures to maximise safety of self and others and preserve evidence in line with legislative requirements. 3.4 Investigation plan is recorded and documented using business equipment and technology and securely maintained with due regard to privacy. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment includes:
Resource implications for assessment include:
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
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Method of assessment |
This unit of competency should be assessed using questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills. |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical. Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Assignment instructions may include : |
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Relevant information may include : |
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Legislative requirements may relate to : |
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Relevant persons may include : |
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Resources and equipment may include : |
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Limitations may relate to : |
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Method of investigation may be : |
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Communication techniques may involve : |
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Background information may relate to : |
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Sources may include : |
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Methods for collecting information may include : |
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Business equipment and technology may include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Security |
Competency field
Competency field |
Investigative services |