Unit of competency
Modification History
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This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages. This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPREG505A Conduct measurement licensee audit.
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Application
This unit describes the skills required to undertake quality and performance audits of organisations and individuals operating under the scope of a licence for performing measuring activities.
This unit applies to those working as public officers appointed under legislation to complete quality management system and performance audits of organisations and individuals licensed under legislation to perform measurement activities.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing complex tasks in a familiar context.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Regulatory
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare for audit |
1.1 Establish audit scope. 1.2 Identify and access activity specialists to support audit as required. 1.3 Access and review licensee history. 1.4 Access and interpret information and legislation appropriate to the audit. 1.5 Make arrangements which outline the scope and process of the audit with the licensee. 1.6 Identify and access necessary test equipment, documentation and audit report forms. 1.7 Ensure test equipment is fit for purpose. 1.8 Plan activities to meet audit objectives and minimise disruption to business operations. |
2. Conduct a quality audit |
2.1 Confirm audit scope and process with appropriate personnel. 2.2 Collect and evaluate relevant objective evidence using audit methods and techniques. 2.3 Review documentation and procedures relating to the licence and associated activities for compliance. 2.4 Identify and report patterns, trends and areas of risk. 2.5 Ensure audit is within the boundaries of legislated powers, whilst maintaining respect for the licensee and their rights. |
3. Conduct a performance audit |
3.1 Identify the scope of the activity being audited and the expected outcomes. 3.2 Identify local workplace, health and safety issues and implement control strategies. 3.3 Evaluate the adequacy of the training and assessment process used by the licensee to determine the competency of the authorised person(s) completing the licensed activity. 3.4 Assess the suitability of the equipment, documentation and environs used for the licensed activity. 3.5 Review completed documentation relating to the licensed activity for compliance. 3.6 Use questioning to establish the methodology used by the authorised person(s) in completing the licensed activity. |
4. Analyse and report audit results |
4.1 Examine information, test results and observations against audit objectives and prescribed performance criteria. 4.2 Analyse audit data for isolated and systemic quality and performance issues. 4.3 Identify and report areas of non-compliance including any required corrective action and include any general recommendations for improvement. 4.4 Communicate inspection results to the appropriate personnel. |
5. Act on non-compliance |
5.1 Select remedial or enforcement action for the non-compliance. 5.2 Inform licensee of non-compliance and consequences of failing to have it corrected. 5.3 Implement enforcement action. |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPREG505A Conduct measurement licensee audit.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623