Modification History
Release |
TP version |
Comments |
2 |
PUA12 V1 |
Layout adjusted. Application revised. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to gather and collate information and obvious and accessible physical evidence from the scene of an incident and identifying potential witnesses.
Note : It does not cover the specialist skills required to interpret the evidence gathered, or the specialist skills required to gather specific evidence.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to non-specialist workers who have been tasked with collection of information and evidence that is obvious at an incident. It does not apply to specialist relating to interpreting evidence gathered or gathering specific evidence.
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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Conduct initial assessment of scene |
1.1 Scene is assessed with regard to occupational health and safety and all actions are undertaken in line with organisation's policies, procedures, guidelines and duty of care requirements. 1.2 Communication is established with the senior investigating officer and liaison is maintained throughout the investigation. 1.3 Circumstances surrounding the scene are ascertained from visual assessment and reports from other personnel. 1.4 Scene boundary is defined/redefined as required to preserve physical evidence for collection. 1.5 Obvious and accessible physical evidence is located and, where appropriate, protected from possible contamination. |
2. Control integrity of scene |
2.1 Appropriate arrangements for scene access and egress are established and maintained. 2.2 All non-essential persons are removed from the scene and relevant details are recorded accurately and legibly in accordance with organisation and regulatory procedures. 2.3 Additional resources are identified and accessed to secure incident scene. 2.4 The personal and health and safety needs of those involved in the incident are attended to. |
3. Examine scene |
3.1 An appropriate search pattern is instigated in accordance with instructions from senior investigating officer to ensure all evidence is located and preserved. 3.2 Details of the scene are recorded comprehensively and accurately in line with organisation's operating procedures. 3.3 Evidence is located, collected, packaged, labelled and stored to ensure preservation for further post-scene examination. 3.4 An accurate log of all evidence is maintained. 3.5 Scenes are correctly assessed for future investigative requirements and appropriate persons notified. |
4. Identify potential witnesses and initial statements recorded |
4.1 Bystanders are canvassed to identify potential witnesses. 4.2 Details of potential witnesses are recorded. 4.3 Appropriate recording practices are used that are in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements and organisation's policies and procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Correct application of legislative requirements and organisation policies and procedures in all situations. Consistency in performance Evidence will need to be gathered over time in a range of actual and/or simulated environment. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment A real life incident, exercise or simulation, or series of tasks are required to demonstrate competence in this unit. This may involve setting scenarios to be completed either individually or as a member of a team. Specific resources for assessment No special requirements. |
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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Initial investigation : |
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Incident scene may include: |
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Incident scene may be: |
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Incident scene may be affected by: |
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Security of an incident scene may be affected by: |
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Public safety risk factors include: |
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Investigating incident scenes may include: |
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Circumstances surrounding scene may include: |
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Tactical factors may include: |
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Persons at incident scene may include: |
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Activities at incident scenes may be recorded by: |
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Physical evidence may include: |
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Methods of collection may include: |
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Methods of packaging may include: |
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Additional resources may include: |
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Relevant details from persons may include: |
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Liaison with investigating officer may include: |
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Arrangements for scene access and egress : |
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Arrangements to protect integrity of evidence : |
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Details of scene: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.