Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
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Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to apply the principles of equity and diversity in the workplace. The unit requires the member to recognise individual differences in the workplace, to value these differences and to adjust their behaviour to account for these differences. |
Application of the Unit
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Application of the Unit |
This unit was developed for all personnel working within Defence but is applicable to any individual in the workplace where the principles of equity and diversity apply. The environments where these principles apply include locations in which members, employees, contractors and their staff work, and include buildings, aircraft, vehicles, maritime vessels and movable structures such as tents in a field and/or base environment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
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Pre-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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 and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Recognise individual differences |
1.1 Differences between colleagues are acknowledged in accordance with workplace equity and diversity principles 1.2 Equity and diversity principles are applied in accordance with workplace requirements 1.3 Legislative and statutory requirements are identified and applied in accordance with workplace requirements |
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2. Demonstrate respect for individual differences |
2.1 Personal behaviour shows sensitivity to the differences between colleagues in accordance with workplace requirements 2.2 Personal conduct complies with an awareness of workplace equity and diversity in accordance with workplace requirements 2.3 Available support is identified and accessed in accordance with workplace requirements 2.4 Communication styles are adjusted to reflect equity and diversity in accordance with workplace requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Assessment must also confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated work contexts. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed by observing an individual within the workplace or simulated environment in a role where the application of equity and diversity is required. Specific resources for assessment There are no specific resource requirements for this unit. |
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Method of assessment |
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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Range Statement
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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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Differences may include |
Age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, language, sexual orientation, physical differences, political or religious belief, family or carer responsibility, education level, expertise, work experience, working style, socio economic background, personality profile, geographic location, marital status, interests |
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Colleagues include |
Peers, subordinate staff, senior staff, internal stakeholders, external stakeholders/clients/customers |
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Equity and diversity principles include |
Consulting people on policies and decisions that affect them Eliminating artificial, unfair and inappropriate barriers to workplace participation Making judgements genuinely based on fairness and merit Providing appropriate means to monitor and address discrimination and harassment Providing opportunities for flexibility when meeting organisational requirements Recognising all people as individuals and valuing differences Treating each other with respect and dignity Using the different contributions that people can make to the team |
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Workplace requirements may include |
Any location in which members, employees, contractors and their staff work, and include buildings, aircraft, vehicles, maritime vessels and movable structures such as tents in a field and/or base environment Requirements may also include:
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Legislative and statutory requirements may include |
The following legislation:
The following Defence instructions:
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Personal behaviour includes |
Overt and implicit behaviour |
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Available support may include |
Chaplains Defence equity advice lines Defence equity organisation website Equity advisers Family liaison officers Legal officers Medical officers Psychologists Social workers Supervisors in the chain of command Training materials |
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Communication styles may include |
Written, verbal and non verbal cues |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
