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Gather, collate and record information

Gather, collate and record information

Unit of competency
National Code
SFICPL306
State Code
OAR94
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/10/2019
Field of Education
050799 - Fisheries Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/10/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to gather, collate and record information for fisheries or aquaculture related issues. The unit applies to individuals who are required to obtain statements, conduct interviews and use fishery or aquaculture database systems to document information. It includes situations where freedom of information and privacy legislation apply.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Obtain, record and analyse information from the community
  • 1.1 Seek, collect and record information relevant to fishery or aquaculture issues
  • 1.2 Analyse, sort and collate information in relation to the purpose for which it is being obtained
  • 1.3 Ensure contents of the information recording forms and reports are complete, accurate, concise, legible, understandable and in the required format
2. Conduct interviews
  • 2.1 Plan, manage and conduct interviews to gather maximum amount of information relevant to the matter being examined
  • 2.2 Ensure all interviewees are afforded their legal rights and treated fairly and equitably according to judicial standards
  • 2.3 Employ interview techniques that comply with jurisdictional law and agency codes of ethics and practice
  • 2.4 Operate interview and evidence recording equipment according to judicial standards
3. Take and compile statements
  • 3.1 Obtain statements relevant to the matter being examined
  • 3.2 Use active listening and effective questioning to extract and clarify details.
  • 3.3 Prepare comprehensive statements relevant to the matter being examined according to judicial standards
4. Use information and database systems
  • 4.1 Check information entered on database systems is accurate, understandable, complete and verifiable, and the required agency data entry security procedures are adhered to
  • 4.2 Identify and access appropriate sources of information
  • 4.3 Retrieve valid information from appropriate database systems
  • 4.4 Comply with freedom of information and privacy laws or guidelines
  • 4.5 Sort and collate information collected according to agreed criteria
  • 4.6 Access and store information according to agency codes of ethics and practice
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9192 SFICOMP316A Gather, collate and record information Unit of competency