Unit of competency Outline
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Prepare and present evidence
Prepare and present evidence
Unit of competency
National Code
POLCOV078
POLCOV078
State Code
OFE50
OFE50
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/03/2024
Original Release Date
27/02/2024
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
091101 - Justice Administration
Description
This unit describes the skills required to generate records for evidentiary purposes and to participate in judicial proceedings, including claiming exemptions from the provision of information. This unit applies to those working as police officers involved in covert environments. Individuals may be tasked with additional responsibilities by their jurisdiction. 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, particularly those related to work health and safety (WHS). Candidates undertaking this unit would work both autonomously and within teams as required. They would be required to apply critical thinking and analysis skills to effectively prepare and present evidence. Candidates would show adaptability and demonstrate ethical and professional policing qualities while performing complex tasks in a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to the unit at the time of publication.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare documentation for judicial proceedings
- 1.1 Identify relevant information for judicial proceedings.
- 1.2 Compile documentation for submission to judicial proceedings.
- 1.3 Maintain records to comply with admissibility of evidence requirements in a judicial proceeding.
2. Give evidence in a judicial setting
- 2.1 Comply with rules of evidence in testimony to support admissibility.
- 2.2 Comply with jurisdictional court procedures to support judicial outcomes.
- 2.3 Present evidence in a clear, concise, and articulate manner.
3. Claim public interest immunity
- 3.1 Identify situations that fall within the ambit of public interest immunity to mitigate risks.
- 3.2 Advise judicial stakeholders prior to the commencement of proceedings of aspects that may be subject to public interest immunity claims.
- 3.3 Communicate interest to claim public interest immunity within judicial proceedings.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVO05 | POLCOV035 | Prepare and present evidence | Unit of competency |