Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 7:20 AM AWST
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Conduct measurement licensee audit
Conduct measurement licensee audit
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPREG505A
PSPREG505A
State Code
D3751
D3751
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers the ability to undertake quality and performance audits of organisations and individuals operating under the scope of a licence for performing measuring activities. It includes planning, organising and undertaking an audit; and evaluating, recording and providing advice on audit results.In practice, auditing may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities, such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government systems, managing change, managing diversity, and managing evaluations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for audit.
- 1.1. Establish audit scope in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures.
- 1.2. Identify and access activity specialists to support audit as required.
- 1.3. Access and review licensee history.
- 1.4. Access and interpret information appropriate to the audit.
- 1.5. Make arrangements with licensee for a quality or observation audit.
- 1.6. Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the audit.
- 1.7. Ensure required test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedure.
- 1.8. Plan activities to meet audit objectives and minimise disruption to business operations.
2. Conduct a quality audit.
- 2.1. Schedule entry meeting to confirm audit scope and objectives.
- 2.2. Confirm operational procedures and assessment methods for the audit with appropriate personnel.
- 2.3. Collect information that is adequate, representative and meets audit requirements.
- 2.4. Use audit methods and techniques to evaluate relevant information.
- 2.5. Review documentation and procedures relating to the licence and associated activities for compliance with regulatory requirements.
- 2.6. Identify and report patterns, trends and areas of risk.
- 2.7. Maintain the rights of the licensee at all times.
3. Conduct a performance audit.
- 3.1. Identify the scope of the activity being audited and the expected outcomes.
- 3.2. Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies.
- 3.3. Evaluate the skills and knowledge of authorised person completing the licensed activity.
- 3.4. Inspect result of the licensed activity for compliance with legislative requirements.
- 3.5. Assess performance audit outcomes against expected outcomes.
- 3.6. Maintain the rights of licensee at all times.
4. Analyse and report audit results.
- 4.1. Examine information, test results and observations against audit objectives and prescribed performance criteria.
- 4.2. Analyse audit data for isolated and systemic quality and performance issues.
- 4.3. Complete inspection documentation, including recommendations for improvement, in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures.
- 4.4. Communicate inspection results within specified time and according to organisational guidelines.
- 4.5. Recommend follow-up actions as appropriate.
5. Act on non-compliance.
- 5.1. Select applicable remedial or enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements, and organisational policy and procedures.
- 5.2. Inform licensee of non-compliance and consequences of failing to have it corrected.
- 5.3. Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements, and organisational policy and procedures.
- 5.4. Maintain the rights of the licensee at all times.
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Appropriate information may include:
Note: Where reference is made to information, it is expected the most up-to-date information will be used.
reference standard
certificates of verification
certificates of approval for measuring instruments
test procedures for measuring instruments
organisational test reports
organisational procedures, such as those found in company quality assurance manuals
national measurement legislation
OHS regulations, guidelines and procedures
material data safety sheets (MSDS)
equipment manuals and warranties
supplier catalogues and handbooks
Test equipment may include:
reference standards of measurement
equipment, such as:
control instruments
weighing instruments
pumping units
two-way communication
hoses and fittings
rail wagons, trains and tankers
LPG cylinders
Legislation may include:
national measurement legislation
applicable commonwealth, state and territory OHS legislation
Relevant information may include:
test reports
safety procedures
history of equipment calibration and test results
Prescribed performance criteria for instruments may include:
criteria described in national measurement legislation
certificates of approval
national test procedure
organisational policy and procedures
Remedial action may include:
rectification advice
Enforcement action may include:
formal warnings
infringement notices
formal undertakings
injunctions
prosecution
varying, suspending or cancelling a licence
Appropriate information may include:
Note: Where reference is made to information, it is expected the most up-to-date information will be used.
reference standard
certificates of verification
certificates of approval for measuring instruments
test procedures for measuring instruments
organisational test reports
organisational procedures, such as those found in company quality assurance manuals
national measurement legislation
OHS regulations, guidelines and procedures
material data safety sheets (MSDS)
equipment manuals and warranties
supplier catalogues and handbooks
Test equipment may include:
reference standards of measurement
equipment, such as:
control instruments
weighing instruments
pumping units
two-way communication
hoses and fittings
rail wagons, trains and tankers
LPG cylinders
Legislation may include:
national measurement legislation
applicable commonwealth, state and territory OHS legislation
Relevant information may include:
test reports
safety procedures
history of equipment calibration and test results
Prescribed performance criteria for instruments may include:
criteria described in national measurement legislation
certificates of approval
national test procedure
organisational policy and procedures
Remedial action may include:
rectification advice
Enforcement action may include:
formal warnings
infringement notices
formal undertakings
injunctions
prosecution
varying, suspending or cancelling a licence
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform quality and performance audits on a range of licensed trade measurement activities.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
identify, access and apply legislation, test procedures
prepare appropriate audit plans which outline audit schedule, proposed activities, risk analysis, treatment of identified risks
gather data and information by a variety of methods
analyse the information gathering during an audit to identify any compliance issues
recognise and act on non-compliance
maintain the security and confidentiality of data according to organisational and regulatory requirements
report results in the required formats and expected timeframe
carry out appropriate follow-up actions.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.
Access may be required to:
computer and relevant software and/or organisation information management systems
licence conditions
national measurement legislation
audit procedures.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
questions to assess understanding of relevant procedures, trader obligations and remedial actions
examination of a portfolio of evidence demonstrating ability to conduct a measurement licensee audit
feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability to conduct measurement licensee audit in accordance with legislative and organisational procedures
observation of the candidate conducting a quality and performance audit.
In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These can be sourced from the National Measurement Institute.
Overview of assessment
Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform quality and performance audits on a range of licensed trade measurement activities.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
identify, access and apply legislation, test procedures
prepare appropriate audit plans which outline audit schedule, proposed activities, risk analysis, treatment of identified risks
gather data and information by a variety of methods
analyse the information gathering during an audit to identify any compliance issues
recognise and act on non-compliance
maintain the security and confidentiality of data according to organisational and regulatory requirements
report results in the required formats and expected timeframe
carry out appropriate follow-up actions.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.
Access may be required to:
computer and relevant software and/or organisation information management systems
licence conditions
national measurement legislation
audit procedures.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
questions to assess understanding of relevant procedures, trader obligations and remedial actions
examination of a portfolio of evidence demonstrating ability to conduct a measurement licensee audit
feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability to conduct measurement licensee audit in accordance with legislative and organisational procedures
observation of the candidate conducting a quality and performance audit.
In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These can be sourced from the National Measurement Institute.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWT73 | PSPREG024 | Conduct measurement licensee audit | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D372 | PSP52210 | Diploma of Government (Trade Measurement) | Qualification |
| J318 | PSP52212 | Diploma of Government (Trade Measurement) | Qualification |