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Arrange and supervise polling places
Arrange and supervise polling places
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAGOVA403A
LGAGOVA403A
State Code
C4310
C4310
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/01/2002
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
25/01/2002
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the organisation and supervision of polling places.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Make arrangements for polling
- 1.1 Location of polling places is arranged taking into account ease of public access and ensuring coverage throughout the area.
- 1.2 Information advising electors of location of polling places is clear and caters for diversity of user needs.
- 1.3 Polling places are equipped and furnished as required.
- 1.4 Ballot papers are prepared and available when required.
- 1.5 Security necessary for ballot papers is determined and arranged.
- 1.6 Advanced voting procedures are implemented to ensure that public can access this arrangement.
2 Provide access to polling places
- 2.1 Polling places are opened and closed in accordance with requirements and regulations governing individual polls.
- 2.2 Physical facilities for voters are provided to ensure equal access and egress.
- 2.3 Security of polling places is maintained to ensure integrity of polling activities.
3 Coordinate polling places
- 3.1 Roles and responsibilities of electoral officers are established.
- 3.2 Electoral officers are selected to reflect diversity of the community.
- 3.3 Electoral officers are trained appropriately to ensure effectiveness and compliance with legal requirements.
- 3.4 Directions and assistance to voters are provided in a socially and culturally appropriate manner.
4 Maintain public safety
- 4.1 Environment is monitored and appropriate action is taken to ensure compliance with council regulations and standards.
- 4.2 Emergency situations are quickly and correctly recognised and assessed and appropriate emergency procedures are implemented.
- 4.3 Incidents/accidents are reported accurately and in accordance with council procedures and guidelines.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Diversity may include:
appropriate community languages
Polling places may include:
community venue
school
processing point for postal cotes
Equipment and furnishing may include:
ballot boxes
cardboard polling booths
tables
chairs for staff and public
Regulations may include:
security
opening and closing times
Direction to voters may include:
face to face spoken exchange
telephone (if postal voting)
signs
voting papers
Socially and culturally may include:
consideration of the needs of inexperienced, elderly, non-English speaking background or Aboriginal voters
Reporting may include:
verbal
written
Diversity may include:
appropriate community languages
Polling places may include:
community venue
school
processing point for postal cotes
Equipment and furnishing may include:
ballot boxes
cardboard polling booths
tables
chairs for staff and public
Regulations may include:
security
opening and closing times
Direction to voters may include:
face to face spoken exchange
telephone (if postal voting)
signs
voting papers
Socially and culturally may include:
consideration of the needs of inexperienced, elderly, non-English speaking background or Aboriginal voters
Reporting may include:
verbal
written
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Regulations are followed.
Appropriate legislation is known and applied.
Communication with voters is adjusted to suit the receiver.
Work is planned and managed effectively.
Clear directions in devolving responsibility are provided.
Unexpected demands are responded to effectively.
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role in particular:
LGACORE103B Provide service to local government customers
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered across a range of variables.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides resources including:
relevant legislation and regulations governing elections
examples of council procedures on polling
simulated or real polling booth equipment and election process
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Regulations are followed.
Appropriate legislation is known and applied.
Communication with voters is adjusted to suit the receiver.
Work is planned and managed effectively.
Clear directions in devolving responsibility are provided.
Unexpected demands are responded to effectively.
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role in particular:
LGACORE103B Provide service to local government customers
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered across a range of variables.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides resources including:
relevant legislation and regulations governing elections
examples of council procedures on polling
simulated or real polling booth equipment and election process
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