Unit Of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, draft and finalise a basic document.
It applies to individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in various work contexts and may exercise some discretion and judgement to produce a range of workplace documentation.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Communication – Writing
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Plan document |
1.1 Determine audience and purpose for the document 1.2 Determine the format and structure 1.3 Establish key points for inclusion 1.4 Identify organisational requirements 1.5 Establish method of communication 1.6 Establish means of communication |
2 Draft document |
2.1 Develop draft document to communicate key points 2.2 Obtain and include any additional information that is required |
3 Review document |
3.1 Check draft for suitability of tone for audience, purpose, format and communication style 3.2 Check draft for readability, grammar, spelling, and sentence and paragraph construction 3.3 Check draft for sequencing and structure 3.4 Check draft to ensure it meets organisational requirements 3.5 Ensure draft is proofread, where appropriate, by supervisor or colleague |
4 Write final document |
4.1 Make and proofread necessary changes 4.2 Ensure document is sent to intended recipient 4.3 File copy of document in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1-1.3, 3.1-3.4, 4.1 |
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Writing |
2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1 |
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Oral Communication |
2.2, 3.5 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.4, 3.4, 4.3 |
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Interact with others |
2.2, 3.5 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1-4.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBWRT301 Write simple documents |
BSBWRT301A Write simple documents |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10