Unit of competency Outline
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Review fraud control activities
Review fraud control activities
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPFRAU605B
PSPFRAU605B
State Code
C8132
C8132
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers review of the breadth of activities in fraud/corruption control in an organisation. The review cycle is determined according to organisational needs and any external reporting requirements, though this cycle could be interrupted in particular circumstances such as changes in service delivery or significant increases in fraudulent activities. The unit includes preparing for review of fraud/corruption control activities, assessing the ability of fraud/corruption control activities to minimise fraud and corruption, and providing advice and recommendations for action to improve effectiveness of fraud/corruption controls.Fraud in the unit title incorporates both fraud and corruption. In practice, reviewing fraud control activities may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector workplace activities such as managing evaluation, managing risk, networking, implementing policy, managing client service, etc.This unit replaces and is equivalent to PSPFRAU605A Review fraud control activities.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for review of fraud/corruption control activities
- 1.1 Current fraud/corruption prevention activities are identified, taking into account the objectives of the organisation's fraud/corruption control strategy, plan and procedures.
- 1.2 Timetable for evaluation and review is established in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 1.3 Information is gathered from relevant areas across the organisation.
- 1.4 Perspectives of staff and management, clients and reporting organisations are included in the assessment.
2. Assess the ability of control activities to minimise fraud and corruption
- 2.1 Implementation of the organisation's fraud/corruption control plan and activities is assessed in terms of progress in areas relevant to the organisation.
- 2.2 Assessment is conducted taking into account core business and broader management activities of the organisation.
- 2.3 Assessment is based upon knowledge of best practice initiatives in fraud/corruption prevention.
- 2.4 Effectiveness of performance indicators in collecting fraud/corruption control information is assessed.
- 2.5 Mechanisms to assist staff minimise fraud/corruption are assessed for effectiveness.
- 2.6 Fraud/corruption control awareness-raising activities are assessed for effectiveness against their objectives.
3. Provide advice and recommend action to improve effectiveness of fraud/corruption controls
- 3.1 Advice is provided based on significant knowledge of the organisation's culture, structures, programs and services, and constraints under which the organisation is operating.
- 3.2 Options for action are recommended, based on consultation with stakeholders, and balance strict compliance with operational and political pressures.
- 3.3 As a result of consultation with stakeholders, fraud/corruption control objectives that are found to be unrealistic are revised, and advice is provided regarding amendment to the fraud/corruption control strategy and procedures in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 3.4 Reports tailored to various audiences are prepared regarding the effectiveness of fraud/corruption control activities in the organisation.
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 bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Review of fraud/corruption control activitiesshould:
enhance integrity in the agency
be cost effective
meet an agency's law enforcement needs
Stakeholders may include:
relevant government Ministers
agency staff and senior management
law enforcement agencies
prosecution agencies
internal/external audit personnel
standards-setting organisations
Audience for reportsmay include:
agency colleagues and management
government Ministers
relevant standards-setting organisations
Review of fraud/corruption control activitiesshould:
enhance integrity in the agency
be cost effective
meet an agency's law enforcement needs
Stakeholders may include:
relevant government Ministers
agency staff and senior management
law enforcement agencies
prosecution agencies
internal/external audit personnel
standards-setting organisations
Audience for reportsmay include:
agency colleagues and management
government Ministers
relevant standards-setting organisations
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.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
PSPFRAU601B Develop fraud control strategy
PSPGOV601B Apply government systems
PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks
PSPMNGT608B Manage risk
PSPMNGT611A Manage evaluations
PSPPOL603A Manage policy implementation
Overview of evidence requirements
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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
review of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy and procedures relating to fraud/corruption control
legislation and procedures relating to public interest disclosures, protected disclosures or whistleblowing
fraud/corruption control guidelines and standards
public sector values and codes of conduct
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered during fraud/corruption control reviews
Where and how to assess evidence
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 fraud/corruption control activities, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
review of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, 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
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
portfolios
projects
questioning
scenarios
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
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
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
PSPFRAU601B Develop fraud control strategy
PSPGOV601B Apply government systems
PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks
PSPMNGT608B Manage risk
PSPMNGT611A Manage evaluations
PSPPOL603A Manage policy implementation
Overview of evidence requirements
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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
review of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy and procedures relating to fraud/corruption control
legislation and procedures relating to public interest disclosures, protected disclosures or whistleblowing
fraud/corruption control guidelines and standards
public sector values and codes of conduct
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered during fraud/corruption control reviews
Where and how to assess evidence
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 fraud/corruption control activities, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
review of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (2 or more) contexts (or occasions over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, 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
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
portfolios
projects
questioning
scenarios
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1160 | PSPFRAU605A | Review fraud control activities | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW00 | PSPFRU012 | Review fraud control activities | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C805 | PSP60504 | Advanced Diploma of Government (Management) | Qualification |
| J327 | PSP60512 | Advanced Diploma of Government (Management) | Qualification |