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Develop investigation plans

Develop investigation plans

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPINV3027
State Code
OBJ17
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to develop and document an investigation plan. It includes scoping investigation parameters, selecting investigation methodologies based on factual and surveillance techniques, and ensuring legal compliance for investigative and evidence collection processes.A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in investigative services in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm investigation requirements.
  • 1.1 Review investigation brief and associated information to clarify investigation purpose, scope and timeframes.
  • 1.2 Source additional information in consultation with relevant persons to clarify investigation requirements.
  • 1.3 Review legal rights and responsibilities and confirm required authorisations to conduct investigation and collect evidence.
2 Determine investigation methodology.
  • 2.1 Gather and assess information to support investigation and confirm validity of sources.
  • 2.2 Select investigation methods that meet investigation brief and comply with legal requirements for collecting, preserving and presenting evidence.
  • 2.3 Identify required resources and equipment and confirm their availability and efficiency in meeting investigation brief and budget.
  • 2.4 Assess risk associated with investigation methods and apply contingency measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
  • 2.5 Identify limitations in conducting investigation and seek required assistance in consultation with relevant persons.
3 Finalise investigation plan.
  • 3.1 Write investigation plan in accordance with workplace standards for style, format and accuracy.
  • 3.2 Review investigation plan to confirm completeness and accuracy to meet investigation brief and make required modifications.
  • 3.3 Securely store investigation information in a manner that facilitates future retrieval and maintains confidentiality.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1428 CPPSEC3027A Develop investigative plan Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEX8 CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services Qualification