Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Resources may include:
information in paper-based or electronic format
risk analysis tools
briefings, information sessions, training
Legislation, policy and procedures may include:
Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation relating to risk management
other national and international risk management standards
the organisation's risk management policies and practices
codes of conduct/codes of ethics
AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk management - Principles and Guidelines
HB 436:2004 (Guidelines to AS/NZS 4360:2004) Risk Management Guidelines Companion to AS/NZS 4360:2004
ISO Guide 73:2009 Risk Management, Vocabulary
professional standards for risk management, for example certified practising risk manager (CPRM)
jurisdictional policies, guidelines and web sites, for example www.riskmanagement.qld.gov.au
Audits may be:
undertaken by trained staff and/or external auditors according to documented schedules in risk management strategy
Information provided to staff may include:
paper-based or electronic information such as via intranet
information sessions
briefings
training programs
arrangements such as coaching and mentoring
Advice to staff may include:
verbal advice
documented advice
references to existing information in paper-based or electronic format
Learning and development may include:
formal training through a Registered Training Organisation
in-house training
on-the-job learning
coaching or mentoring
information sessions provided internally or by external consultants
Methods of promotion may include:
information sessions
briefings
written materials
training
Recovery processes may include:
repair or replacement of equipment
retraining
alternative suppliers, production sources or methods
temporary outsourcing
Monitoring methodology may include:
observations
physical inspections
incident reports
questionnaires
interviews with stakeholders
regular reviews of risk treatment procedures
repeat of the risk management process
Expected outcomes may be documented in:
risk management strategy
key performance indicators
risk management policies and procedures

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:
PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service
PSPGOV502B Develop client services
PSPGOV507A Undertake negotiations
PSPGOV508A Manage conflict
PSPGOV509A Conduct evaluations
PSPGOV511A Provide leadership
PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies
PSPGOV515A Develop and use political nous
PSPGOV516A Develop and use emotional intelligence
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPPOL501A Develop organisation policy
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 Employability Skills as they relate to this unit
coordination of risk management in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to risk management
AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk management - Principles and Guidelines
HB 436:2004 (Guidelines to AS/NZS 4360:2004) Risk Management Guidelines Companion to AS/NZS 4360:2004
other national and international risk management standards
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of risk management situations likely to be encountered
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 managing risk management system, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
coordination of risk management in a range of (3 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
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