Unit of competency details

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PUA12 V2

Content reviewed

Pre-requisite unit PUAFIR301B Undertake community safety activities removed

Application of the Unit added

Method of assessment added

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PUA00 V8.1

Primary release on TGA

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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Determine requirement for inspection 

1.1 Need for inspection is identified.

1.2 Scope of inspection is determined based on legislative provisions and organisational requirements relating to the inspection.

1.3 Power of entry is determined in accordance with legislative requirements.

2. Conduct inspection 

2.1 Designated area to be inspected is identified and defined.

2.2 Inspection is conducted in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 

2.3 Non-compliance and possible breaches  are detected and recorded in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.

3. Determine appropriate action to achieve compliance 

3.1 Consultation is undertaken with the owner/occupier/ manager/person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU)/officer or alleged offending party to facilitate resolution in accordance with organisational procedures, if applicable.

3.2 Options for action  are identified that will enable compliance to be achieved.

3.3 Practical action plan to achieve compliance is developed as a result of consultation.

3.4 Action is undertaken to achieve compliance.

4. Prepare report 

4.1 Report  is compiled and submitted to satisfy the intent of the inspection in accordance with organisational requirements.

4.2 Details of the offence/breach are recorded and a clear report recommending action is submitted to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

4.3 Infringement notices are initiated or processed, or the offence is reported according to organisational procedures.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills 

• analyse options for action
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing with the public
• implement inspection techniques
• keep records
• negotiate
• provide written reports
• solve problems
• use appropriate technology to gather information

Required Knowledge 

• legislation for which the organisation has responsibility and which must align to legislative requirements relating to issuing of notices, reporting risks to public and the environment
• organisational policies and procedures relating to conducting routine and non-routine inspections, reporting risks, reporting breaches, collecting information, dealing with complainants, completing reports of incidents and complaints, issuing notices
• potential risk to the public
• potential risk to the environment
• risk management procedures

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

• accurately identify and assess situation found
• comprehensively inspect within policy guidelines
• adhere to legislative and organisational requirements
• accurately and comprehensively record and report.

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed on-the-job or in a simulated work environment.

Specific resources for assessment 

There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.

Method of assessment 

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

• direct observation
• interviewing the candidate
• journals and workplace documentation
• third party reports from supervisors
• written or oral questions

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.

Organisational policies and procedures  may include:

• legislation relevant to compliance
• legislation relevant to the organisation
• operational, corporate and strategic plans
• operational performance standards
• organisational procedures, policies and guidelines

Non-compliance and possible breaches  may include:

• chemical spills, pollution
• maintenance of fire safety systems
• non-compliance to building controls, reasonable requests in an emergency situation or disregarding fire bans or hazard
• warnings

Options for action  may include:

• isolating site
• contacting supervisor
• contacting other emergency services
• contacting relevant authorities
• processing infringement notices in accordance with organisational requirements
• recommendations

Reports  may include:

• diary
• standard form
• written report