Unit of competency
Modification History
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This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages. This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPREG409B Prepare a brief of evidence.
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Application
This unit describes the skills required to prepare a brief of evidence. It includes analysing evidence, preparing and reviewing admissible evidence, developing a brief of evidence and coordinating witnesses.
This unit applies to those working in public sector roles conducting regulatory activities.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently as part of a team, performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Regulatory
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
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1. Analyse evidence |
1.1 Consider all related information, whether likely to be admissible as evidence, or not. 1.2 Cross-check information to confirm origin, authenticity and reliability, and to anticipate challenge/s that may occur. 1.3 Identify and assess gaps and inadequacies to allow further collection of evidence. 1.4 Handle and store information appropriately. |
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2. Prepare and review admissible evidence |
2.1 Prepare witness and expert statements. 2.2 Include all evidence in the brief that is likely to be admissible by the court. 2.3 Separate and retain non-admissible evidence. 2.4 Identify and review similar proofs to confirm that evidence is sufficient to proceed to prosecution. 2.5 Maintain security, recording and continuity of evidence. |
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3. Develop a brief of evidence |
3.1 Plan and prepare brief of evidence according to standards required by the prosecution. 3.2 Include all required information in the brief and meet all legal requirements. 3.3 Provide brief to prosecution and other parties as required by law and organisational requirements. 3.4 Brief counsel on the case when required, and advise any circumstances that may affect the progress and outcomes. |
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4. Coordinate witnesses |
4.1 Identify and use expert witnesses when required and familiarise them with the evidence. 4.2 Organise witness summonses when required. 4.3 Maintain contact with witnesses to ensure cooperation, communication and attendance at proceedings. |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPREG409B Prepare a brief of evidence.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
