Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 5:34 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Examine a crash incident

Examine a crash incident

Unit of competency
National Code
POLINV023
State Code
OCS00
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2020
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/01/2021
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
29/01/2021
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to examine crash incidents in a road crash investigation environment. It includes applying methodologies to map or model the interaction of objects involved in a crash incident. This unit applies to those working as police officers with responsibilities for investigating crash incidents beyond initial attendance and developing findings.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to work health and safety (WHS).Those undertaking this unit would demonstrate strong autonomy, making independent decisions and accessing support from a broad range of services. They would be responsible for supervising crash investigations, providing guidance and assistance, and displaying leadership as part of routine crash investigation duties. They would perform complex tasks within familiar and/or unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Evaluate a crash incident using physics and mathematicalprinciples
  • 1.1 Calculate object and vehicle dynamics using formulae applicable to crash investigation
  • 1.2 Identify angles of interaction between objects and vehicles in a crash incident
  • 1.3 Interpret tyre marks and road friction evidence to determine vehicle speed and braking distances
  • 1.4 Examine electronic evidence to determine vehicle speed and crash dynamics
  • 1.5 Analyse object and vehicle dynamics to validate mapping and modelling
2 Map a crash incident
  • 2.1 Illustrate vehicle movement and interactions using computer software
  • 2.2 Use computer software to develop a map of a crash incident
  • 2.3 Validate measurements to confirm accuracy of map
3 Model a crash incident
  • 3.1 Develop crash incident diagrams to depict interaction of objects and vehicles involved in crash
  • 3.2 Represent a crash incident graphically using vectors
  • 3.3 Use specialist software to generate crash models from crash evidence
  • 3.4 Interpret outcomes of calculations, maps and models to determine crash dynamics
No information
No information
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH59 POLINV037 Introduction to crash dynamics Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGF3 POL50120 Diploma of Crash Investigation Qualification