Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the ability to undertake quality and performance audits of organisations and individuals operating under the scope of a licence for performing measuring activities. It includes planning, organising and undertaking an audit; and evaluating, recording and providing advice on audit results.
In practice, auditing may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities, such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government systems, managing change, managing diversity, and managing evaluations.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency applies to public officers appointed under legislation to complete quality documentation and performance audits of organisations and individuals licensed under legislation to perform measurement activities.
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in 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. Prepare for audit. |
1.1. Establish audit scope in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. 1.2. Identify and access activity specialists to support audit as required. 1.3. Access and review licensee history. 1.4. Access and interpret information appropriate to the audit. 1.5. Make arrangements with licensee for a quality or observation audit. 1.6. Identify and access test equipment , products and consumables required for the audit. 1.7. Ensure required test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedure. 1.8. Plan activities to meet audit objectives and minimise disruption to business operations. |
2. Conduct a quality audit. |
2.1. Schedule entry meeting to confirm audit scope and objectives. 2.2. Confirm operational procedures and assessment methods for the audit with appropriate personnel. 2.3. Collect information that is adequate, representative and meets audit requirements. 2.4. Use audit methods and techniques to evaluate relevant information . 2.5. Review documentation and procedures relating to the licence and associated activities for compliance with regulatory requirements. 2.6. Identify and report patterns, trends and areas of risk. 2.7. Maintain the rights of the licensee at all times. |
3. Conduct a performance audit. |
3.1. Identify the scope of the activity being audited and the expected outcomes. 3.2. Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies. 3.3. Evaluate the skills and knowledge of authorised person completing the licensed activity. 3.4. Inspect result of the licensed activity for compliance with legislative requirements. 3.5. Assess performance audit outcomes against expected outcomes. 3.6. Maintain the rights of licensee at all times. |
4. Analyse and report audit results. |
4.1. Examine information, test results and observations against audit objectives and prescribed performance criteria . 4.2. Analyse audit data for isolated and systemic quality and performance issues. 4.3. Complete inspection documentation, including recommendations for improvement, in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. 4.4. Communicate inspection results within specified time and according to organisational guidelines. 4.5. Recommend follow-up actions as appropriate. |
5. Act on non-compliance. |
5.1. Select applicable remedial or enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements, and organisational policy and procedures. 5.2. Inform licensee of non-compliance and consequences of failing to have it corrected. 5.3. Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements, and organisational policy and procedures. 5.4. Maintain the rights of the licensee at all times. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge 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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform quality and performance audits on a range of licensed trade measurement activities. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. Access may be required to:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested:
In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These can be sourced from the National Measurement Institute. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Appropriate information may include: Note: Where reference is made to information, it is expected the most up-to-date information will be used. |
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Test equipment may include: |
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Legislation may include: |
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Relevant information may include: |
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Prescribed performance criteria for instruments may include: |
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Remedial action may include: |
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Enforcement action may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Regulatory.