Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The range statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in italics in the Performance criteria is explained here.
Rail safety worker competency plans may include:
arrangements to maintain the competency of personnel
identification of applicable Training Packages, qualifications and units of competency
competency profiles
skills audits
training needs analyses
assessment arrangements
arrangements for recognition of prior learning and recognition of current competencies
arrangements for gap training
record-keeping arrangements
Required elements of rail safety worker training and assessment systems may include:
occupational profiles aligned to competencies
skills analyses and skills matrices
competency assessment
gap analysis to identify training needs
arrangements for accredited training and assessment
record-keeping arrangements
Criteria under the Australian Quality Training Framework may include:
meeting the essential standards for registration as a registered training organisation
scope of registration of the registered training organisation
required competencies of trainers and assessors

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the unit descriptor, performance criteria, The range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
review of rail safety worker training arrangements in a range of 3 or more contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when reviewing training arrangements, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
Resources essential for assessment include:
legislation relating to rail safety competency requirements
organisational procedures/guidelines and protocols relating to review of training arrangements
AQTF standards and guidelines
scenarios and/or case studies to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when reviewing training arrangements
access to relevant systems
Method of assessment
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit must use authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses and may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
demonstration
observation
simulation or role plays
case studies/scenarios
workplace projects
portfolios
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate and where the person has a disability the principle of reasonable adjustment should be applied during assessment
Assessment methods should reflect but not exceed workplace demands, such as literacy demands and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Suggested units that may be co-assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service
PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis
PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPRAIL502A Assess and administer accreditation and registration applications
PSPRAIL503A Receive and act on industry safety information and intelligence
BSBAUD503B Lead a quality audit.
Guidance information for assessment
For consistency of assessment:
evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Assessing employability skills:
employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors
the way these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts
employability skills embedded in this unit of competency should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skills set or qualification, and in the context of the job role
In practice, reviewing training arrangements overlaps with other generalist or specialist work activities, such as undertaking research and analysis, acting ethically, using complex communication strategies, leading quality audits, and assessing and administering accreditation and registration applications. Co-assessment with units of competency addressing these other activities could be considered.