Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 2:46 PM 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.

Monitor data for indicators of fraud

Monitor data for indicators of fraud

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPFRU001
State Code
AWW13
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to collect data from a wide variety of sources and its input into appropriate data management systems for interrogation in order to identify indicators of fraud and corruption.This unit applies to those working in a dedicated investigatory role, or one in which workplace activities require ethical actions, complying with legislation and/or exercising regulatory powers.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 independently, performing complex tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collate data
  • 1.1 Identify relevant data sources and collect compatible, useful, relevant, reliable, valid data.
  • 1.2 Organise data in prescribed form in accordance with identified needs and uses.
  • 1.3 Check data for accuracy, suitability and compliance with legal and privacy responsibilities and security.
  • 1.4 Determine need to liaise with specialists.
  • 1.5 Monitor ways to improve fraud and corruption control data content, interfaces and usefulness, and make recommendations to supervisors and other stakeholders.
2. Interrogate data
  • 2.1 Perform quantitative and/or qualitative analyses to obtain required outcomes.
  • 2.2 Select analysis and description tools and techniques to suit the nature of the information and the required outcome.
  • 2.3 Determine priority of data for interrogation in consultation with others as necessary, and organise work accordingly.
  • 2.4 Analyse material in ways that reflect an understanding of the nature of the program or the data source activity, the information structure in the system and likely indications of fraud and corruption.
  • 2.5 Make preliminary recommendations in required detail, format and timeframe.
3. Monitor for indicators of fraud and corruption
  • 3.1 Identify possible or actual fraud and corruption, alert staff and initiate action systems.
  • 3.2 Refer information to appropriate personnel where indicators arise for which there are no precedents.
  • 3.3 Report trends indicating activities outside control limits for further analysis and investigation.
  • 3.4 Ensure internal consistency and compliance with established structure, rules and authorities for accessing information.
  • 3.5 Report variations from standards and guidelines.
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8121 PSPFRAU401B Monitor data for indicators of fraud Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZX0 PSP40316 Certificate IV in Government Security Qualification