Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare reports

Prepare reports

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK503A
State Code
D7325
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
100705 - Written Communication
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit covers the process of preparing comprehensive reports for a rural, horticultural or land management setting and defines the standard required to: identify the purpose of the report and verify it with the client; conduct research and compile information; draw conclusions from research supported by reasoned argument and supporting information; make recommendations if required and reference to information and conclusions; produce a correctly formatted report document that uses appropriate language and terminology, is arranged in a logical order, and provides details on information sources and consultation.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research material
  • 1.1. Topic of the report is identified and described.
  • 1.2. Sources of information are determined.
  • 1.3. Information appropriate to the task is collected and organised according to enterprise standards.
2. Evaluate information
  • 2.1. Information collected is relevant and sufficient to provide a full report.
  • 2.2. Where information is unclear or difficult to understand, clarification and assistance is sought.
  • 2.3. Where available information is inadequate, additional information is obtained.
  • 2.4. Information is assessed for its validity and reliability, and is organised into a suitable form to aid decision-making.
  • 2.5. Conclusions drawn from relevant information are based on reasoned argument and appropriate evidence.
3. Produce a document
  • 3.1. Language is applicable to the task and audience.
  • 3.2. The document is organised logically, is structured and balanced according to purpose, audience and context.
  • 3.3. The document is formatted and presented according to business and enterprise standards.
  • 3.4. Conclusions reached reflect the stated objectives of the report.
  • 3.5. Preparation is completed within the specified timeframe.
  • 3.6. Enterprise and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and procedures are followed.
4. Deliver an oral presentation
  • 4.1. Language is applicable to the task and audience.
  • 4.2. Presentation is organised logically, is structured and balanced according to purpose, audience and context.
  • 4.3. Concise and well presented support materials are used in oral presentations to reflect industry standards.
  • 4.4. Efficient time use allows clear presentation of the desired topic.
  • 4.5. Oral presentation is delivered within a specified time.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Reports may include:
a range of sources of information that reports may be based on including:
field work
research materials
published books
academic reports
industry reports
colleagues
computer software
internet
newspapers
journals
industry publications
industry specialists and experts.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
identify the purpose of the report and verify it with the client
conduct research and compile information
draw conclusions from research supported by reasoned argument and supporting information
make recommendations if required and reference to information and conclusions
produce a correctly formatted report document that uses appropriate language and terminology, is arranged in a logical order, and provides details on information sources and consultation.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2779 RTC5914A Prepare reports Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR59 AHCWRK503 Prepare reports Unit of competency