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Conduct a Defence administrative inquiry
Conduct a Defence administrative inquiry
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFLAW008
DEFLAW008
State Code
AVQ92
AVQ92
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Original Release Date
22/10/2015
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
091199 - Justice And Law Enforcement, N.e.c.
Description
This unit describes the skills required to conduct administrative inquiries under the inherent authority of commanders and under the Defence (Inquiry) Regulations. Staff may be appointed to conduct administrative inquiries to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding an incident or situation so that an informed decision may be taken about the action required including, where appropriate, action to avoid a recurrence.This unit applies to those working as warrant officers and officers of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), and some civilian staff of the Australian Defence Organisation.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.Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision, while performing sophisticated tasks in a broad range of contexts. The type of inquiry conducted will be dependent on the level of authority, rank or position.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to conduct an inquiry
- 1.1 Receive and acknowledge appointment as inquiry officer from appointing authority
- 1.2 Analyse and discuss inquiry circumstances if necessary, with the appointing authority
- 1.3 Confirm and acknowledge independence
- 1.4 Determine course of action by referring to the appropriate Defence publications
2 Plan an inquiry
- 2.1 Identify, analyse and clarify inquiry Terms of Reference
- 2.2 Develop an inquiry plan
- 2.3 Seek advice where appropriate
3 Gather and analyse evidence
- 3.1 Conduct interviews
- 3.2 Identify, acquire, confirm and analyse evidence
- 3.3 Provide progress reports in accordance with the Terms of Reference and appointing authority requirements
- 3.4 Suspend inquiry and notify appointing authority when Defence Force Discipline Act (DFDA) offence or other notifiable incident is suspected
4 Present inquiry findings
- 4.1 Draw conclusions and recommendations, based on the evidence gathered and within the boundaries of the Terms of Reference
- 4.2 Present inquiry findings in accordance with the Terms of Reference and appointing authority requirements