Modification History
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SFI11v1.1 |
Equivalent imported units updated Included prerequisites in Packaging Rules |
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SFI11 |
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Description
This qualification specifies the competencies relevant to experienced fisheries compliance officers. The qualification includes skill sets for fraud investigation, surveillance and observer operations.
Job roles
An individual operating at this level may be responsible for:
- overseeing a small regional fisheries compliance office
- skippering a patrol vessel
- leading patrols
- monitoring fishers and processors for compliance with fisheries management regulations
- exercising powers of compliance
- attending court and presenting evidence.
Job titles include:
- fisheries officer
- fisheries compliance officer.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Entry into this qualification may be:
- by direct entry without prior skills
- after completing a SFI30411 Certificate III in Fisheries Compliance
- after working in other compliance roles such as in policing and marine and other transport
- after completing studies, tertiary or vocational, in marine environmental management.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake:
- SFI50411 Diploma of Fisheries Compliance.
The Diploma is usually undertaken by fisheries officers as part of their career development and the agency's workforce development plan.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , legislative , regulatory or certification considerations
Licences for operating motor vehicles and vessels apply for some competencies.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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SFI40411 Certificate IV in Fisheries Compliance The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the fisheries compliance sector for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements and may vary from one agency to another. |
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Employability Skill |
Agency requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
A total of twenty (20) units of competency must be achieved.
- three (3) core units plus
- ten (10) fisheries compliance specialist elective units (Group A) plus
- seven (7) elective units that may be selected from a combination of:
- Group A fisheries compliance specialist units not yet selected for this qualification
- Group B elective units
- imported units from this Training Package or from any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. A maximum of four (4) units can be imported, however, at least two (2) of those units must be aligned to Certificate IV or Diploma level. Units must be relevant to fisheries compliance operations and not duplicate skills already selected.
Core units of competency
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFICORE101C |
Apply basic food handling and safety practices |
SFICORE106B |
Meet workplace OHS requirements |
SFIEMS301B |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective units of competency
Group A : Fisheries compliance specialist units
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFICOMP308C |
Monitor fish catches for legal compliance |
SFICOMP310C |
Operate off-road vehicles |
SFICOMP317A |
Facilitate effective communication in the workplace |
SFICOMP401C |
Administer the district office |
SFICOMP407C |
Undertake prosecution procedures for magistrate's court |
SFICOMP409A |
Plan and undertake patrol operations |
SFICOMP410A |
Promote fisheries management awareness programs |
SFICOMP411A |
Implement aquaculture compliance |
SFICOMP412A |
Operate in remote areas* SFICOMP310C Operate off-road vehicles |
SFICOMP413A |
Maintain operational safety |
SFICOMP414A |
Manage own professional performance |
SFICOMP415A |
Board vessel at sea |
BSBFLM312C |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
PSPETHC401A |
Uphold and support the values and principles of public service |
PSPREG401C |
Exercise regulatory powers |
PSPREG404C |
Investigate non-compliance |
PSPREG407B |
Produce formal record of interview |
PSPREG409B |
Prepare a brief of evidence |
PSPREG410B |
Give evidence |
PSPREG411A |
Gather information through interviews |
PSPREG412A |
Gather and manage evidence |
PSPREG418A |
Advise on progress of investigations |
Group B : Other elective units
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBRSK401A |
Identify risk and apply risk management processes |
TAEASS301B |
Contribute to assessment |
TAEDEL301A |
Provide work skill instruction |
Fraud control
Unit code |
Unit title |
PSPFRAU401B |
Monitor data for indicators of fraud |
PSPREG415A |
Receive and validate data |
Surveillance
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFICOMP402C |
Plan the surveillance operation |
SFICOMP403C |
Operate and maintain surveillance equipment |
SFICOMP404C |
Operate an observation post |
SFICOMP405C |
Perform post-surveillance duties* SFICOMP404C Operation an observation post |
SFICOMP406C |
Perform mobile surveillance |
Observer operations
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFIOBSV301B |
Monitor and record fishing operations |
SFIOBSV302B |
Collect reliable scientific data and samples |
SFIOBSV304B |
Analyse and report on-board observations |
Industry leadership Focus A - Sector representation
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFILEAD401B |
Develop and promote knowledge of the industry sector |
SFILEAD402B |
Negotiate effectively for the sector |
SFILEAD403B |
Demonstrate commitment and professionalism |