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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to ensure compliance requirements through the evaluation and review of safety cases.
It includes the development of evaluation plans, analysis of the safety case, communication with stakeholders and recommendation on certification.
Application of the Unit
This unit was developed for Defence workers involved in the evaluation and review of safety cases but is applicable to all individuals who work in this field.
Typically these individuals must work independently or as part of a team under direct and indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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 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. Develop the evaluation plan |
1.1 Evaluation criteria is determined in accordance with organisational policy and procedures and safety case . 1.2 Suitable evaluation methodology is developed to ensure sufficiently valid and reliable outcomes for the review of the safety case. 1.3 Research related to the evaluation and review is conducted and advice is sought from relevant personnel to clarify any unclear findings. 1.4 Liaison and discussions are conducted with stakeholders in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. |
2. Analyse the safety case |
2.1 Safety case data is analysed in accordance with planned methodology. 2.2 Possible shortcomings in safety case are identified in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and planned methodology. 2.3 Initial outcomes and findings of the analysis are reviewed and discussed with relevant stakeholders in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and planned methodology. 2.4 Additional data collection and analysis required to clarify aspects of initial findings is undertaken if necessary. |
3. Determine evaluation and review findings and outcomes |
3.1 Draft recommendations based on safety case analysis are developed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and planned methodology. 3.2 Draft report of the outcomes, findings and recommendations of the compliance evaluation is prepared in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and planned methodology. 3.3 Draft report is discussed with supervisors and stakeholders and feedback is sought in accordance with organisational policy and procedures, and planned methodology. 3.4 Report is edited and updated based on the feedback obtained. |
4. Document and disseminate evaluation outcomes and recommendations |
4.1 Report is produced and disseminated to nominated internal and external personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 4.2 Recommendations on certification are forwarded to delegate for action in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 4.3 Documentation is maintained in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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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. |
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Evaluation criteria may include: |
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Organisational policy and procedures may include: |
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Safety case is: |
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Evaluation methodology may include: |
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Stakeholders may include: |
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Shortcomings may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.