Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan for the management of assets. It requires the ability to implement effective strategies to manage the operational, resource and maintenance needs of assets and to review and evaluate those strategies. The unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons working in the property industry, including in the real estate, business broking, stock and station agency and property operations and development sectors, in those States and Territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports the work of those involved in planning for the management of assets. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements. |
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 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 |
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1 Establish performance needs of assets . |
1.1 Asset performance needs are established in consultation with relevant people according to organisational requirements . 1.2 Risk assessment is conducted on asset management outcomes according to organisational and legislative requirements . 1.3 Industry benchmarks are analysed to determine expected asset performance in varying conditions according to organisational requirements. 1.4 Applicable legislation is interpreted in order to establish user, contractual and legislative requirements for asset performance. 1.5 Specifications, conditions and manufacturer requirements for asset maintenance and operation are identified for incorporation into plan. |
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2 Prepare asset management plan . |
2.1 Asset management plan is prepared that facilitates achievement of identified aims and objectives. 2.2 Operational and maintenance schedule detailing a range of activities and time lines is incorporated into asset management plan. 2.3 Asset management plan is presented to client for review according to organisational requirements. 2.4 Quality assurance goals and strategies related to implementation of the plan are communicated using established communication channels . 2.5 Monitoring and reporting arrangements for asset management plan are established and documented in line with client requirements. 2.6 Financial, physical and human resource requirements are identified and arranged according to asset management plan and organisational requirements. 2.7 Roles and responsibilities for establishing and maintaining asset register are identified and documented according to client and legislative requirements. |
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3 Review and evaluate asset management plan . |
3.1 Maintenance strategies and plans are reviewed and evaluated in consultation with client and relevant people using appropriate communication techniques . 3.2 Systematic review processes and established evaluation methods are identified and used to assess planning processes and outcomes. 3.3 Evaluation results are prepared in required format, style and structure and presented to relevant people within agreed timeframes. 3.4 Recommendations for improvement of plan are presented to relevant people according to organisational procedures. 3.5 Business equipment and technology are used to securely maintain documentation according to legislative and organisational procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This section 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 and understanding :
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.
Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed through practical demonstration of planning for the management of assets. Targeted written (including alternative formats where necessary) or verbal questioning to assess the candidate's underpinning knowledge would provide additional supporting evidence of competence. The demonstration and questioning would include collecting evidence of the candidate's knowledge and application of ethical standards and relevant federal, and state or territory legislation and regulations. This assessment may be carried out in a simulated or workplace environment. |
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 |
Resource implications for assessment include:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Validity and sufficiency of evidence require that:
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In all cases activity and must include evidence relating to each of the where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT
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. Add any 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.
Assets may be static or dynamic and include: |
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Relevant people may include: |
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Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Risk may relate to: |
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Legislative requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Industry benchmarks may include: |
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Asset performance criteria may include: |
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Schedules may be: |
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Clients may include: |
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Communication channels may include: |
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Asset register may include: |
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Maintenance strategies may relate to: |
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Communication techniques may include: |
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Evaluation methods could be qualitative or quantitative and may include: |
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Business equipment and technology may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Property development, sales and management |
Competency field
Competency field |
Property operations and development |