Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to review claims history, predict future claims costs and review policies and procedures, including analysing data, preparing reports on claims and monitoring trends in claims settlement to advise on changes to minimise losses.
It applies to individuals working in claims and underwriting job roles involving specialist knowledge and functions in a range of insurance sectors and may be applied within organisations of various sizes and across a range of client bases.
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Unit Sector
Insurance services
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. Collect and analyse data on claims trends |
1.1 Design and implement data gathering processes 1.2 Identify new data requirements and sources, and establish process for collecting data 1.3 Analyse data collected to identify trends in claims and related documents |
2. Monitor claims trends |
2.1 Prepare accurate and timely claims reports to document trends and identify issues, where appropriate 2.2 Communicate to management promptly relevant information which impacts on clients according to organisational procedures |
3. Identify opportunities to improve client outcomes |
3.1 Assist clients to identify changes to policies and procedures that will improve health and safety and return to work practices, and minimise claims costs in similar circumstances 3.2 Communicate advice to clients effectively and promote positive action 3.3 Provide sources of advice to clients where required |
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 |
1.2, 1.3 |
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Writing |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.3, 3.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.2 |
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Interact with others |
2.2, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.3, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
FNSISV508 Review and advise on claims costs, policies and procedures |
FNSISV508A Review and advise on claims costs, policies and procedures |
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=c7200cc8-0566-4f04-b76f-e89fd6f102fe