PSPREG011 Give evidence

Release: 1

PSPREG011 Give evidence

Modification History

Release	Comments
1	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 PSPREG410B Give evidence. Unit code updated Content and formatting updated to comply with new standards All PC transitioned from passive to active voice

Application

This unit describes the skills required to give evidence in a range of legal proceedings. It includes preparing for proceedings, presenting evidence, and following up outcomes of proceedings.

This unit applies to those working in regulatory roles within the public sector involved in giving evidence in legal proceedings.

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 in a range of familiar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

Regulatory

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
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.
1. Prepare for proceedings	1.1 Confirm arrangements for, role and involvement in proceedings. 1.2 Prepare documentation and exhibits. 1.3 Support any witnesses as required, to attend proceedings and give evidence.
2. Present evidence	2.1 Adhere to protocols and rules of evidence relevant to the setting and the organisation involved throughout proceedings. 2.2 Note and incorporate feedback from counsel and/or police and comments by deciding authority. 2.3 Present evidence in a clear, concise and articulate manner. 2.4 Enhance the reputation and image of the organisation through quality and standard of evidence and presentation. 2.5 Provide considered expert evidence on request consistent with qualifications and expertise.
3. Follow up outcomes of proceedings	3.1 Note and file the outcomes of the proceedings and complete reports where required. 3.2 Implement any required actions.

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 PSPREG410B Give 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