Unit of competency Outline
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Implement fraud control activities
Implement fraud control activities
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPFRAU506B
PSPFRAU506B
State Code
C8127
C8127
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers implementation of controls and education which will reduce or eliminate the risk of fraud and corruption. It includes assessing options and selecting actions for fraud and corruption control activities, setting down procedures and expectations for staff, and implementing performance evaluation and monitoring systems.Fraud in the unit title incorporates both fraud and corruption. In practice, implementing fraud and corruption control activities may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector workplace activities such as acting ethically, promoting compliance with legislation, delivering client services, etc.This unit replaces and is equivalent to PSPFRAU506A Implement fraud control activities.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess options and select actions
- 1.1 Existing systems and procedures are assessed for compliance with fraud/corruption control plan and strategy, and broader organisational objectives.
- 1.2 Possible courses of action are determined based on an assessment of relevant resources and personnel available and integration with organisational activities.
- 1.3 Agreement of relevant staff and management is obtained on key features of the fraud/corruption control activities within their area of responsibility.
- 1.4 Resource implications and efficiency and effectiveness of options are assessed.
- 1.5 Desired outcomes are specified in consultation with stakeholders.
- 1.6 Preferred options are recommended to senior management and agreed to by those responsible for implementation.
2. Set down procedures and expectations for staff
- 2.1 Key tasks and deadlines are specified and a project timeline is prepared when appropriate.
- 2.2 Ethical standards and guidelines are developed in consultation with stakeholders.
- 2.3 Procedures are developed outlining the obligations and protections relating to public interest disclosures, protected disclosures or whistleblowing legislation.
- 2.4 Procedures are documented, tested and disseminated through most effective channels.
- 2.5 Opportunities for identifying possible new risks and threats are included in the procedures.
- 2.6 Refinements and adjustments to procedures are made on the basis of regular reviews and evaluation.
3. Implement performance evaluation and monitoring systems
- 3.1 Mechanisms to monitor implementation are identified through consultation with appropriate people.
- 3.2 Relevant information and methods of comparing progress of implementation procedures to objectives of fraud/corruption control plan are agreed between those involved.
- 3.3 Quality of work, extent of progress, resource usage and other critical features are assessed and variations or adjustments to the fraud/corruption control plan are recommended.
- 3.4 Authorities are kept informed of progress of implementation and of problems as they arise in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 3.5 Regular reporting activities are used to provide advice regarding impact of procedures on effectiveness of fraud/corruption control strategy.
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 italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Fraud/corruption control activitiesmay include:
controls which reduce or eliminate the risk of fraud and corruption
awareness raising and training activities
Stakeholders may include:
agency staff and senior management
agency clients
contractors and consultants
industry associations
internal/external audit personnel
standards-setting organisations
Effective channels for dissemination of informationmay include:
internal manuals and guidelines
internal audits, directives and reports
public documents
training and awareness sessions
consultation with:
industry organisations
clients
specialist personnel or contractors
community groups
standards-setting organisations
electronic communication, such as intranet, Internet or email
Fraud/corruption control activitiesmay include:
controls which reduce or eliminate the risk of fraud and corruption
awareness raising and training activities
Stakeholders may include:
agency staff and senior management
agency clients
contractors and consultants
industry associations
internal/external audit personnel
standards-setting organisations
Effective channels for dissemination of informationmay include:
internal manuals and guidelines
internal audits, directives and reports
public documents
training and awareness sessions
consultation with:
industry organisations
clients
specialist personnel or contractors
community groups
standards-setting organisations
electronic communication, such as intranet, Internet or email
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
PSPFRAU502B Anticipate and detect possible fraud activity
PSPFRAU505B Develop fraud control plans
PSPGOV502B Develop client services
PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
implementation of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy and procedures relating to fraud and corruption control
legislation and procedures relating to public interest disclosures, protected disclosures or whistleblowing
fraud and corruption control guidelines and standards
public sector values and codes of conduct
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of fraud and corruption control activities likely to be undertaken
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 implementing fraud and corruption control activities, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
implementation of fraud and corruption control activities 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 courses
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
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
PSPFRAU502B Anticipate and detect possible fraud activity
PSPFRAU505B Develop fraud control plans
PSPGOV502B Develop client services
PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis
PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector
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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
implementation of fraud/corruption control activities in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy and procedures relating to fraud and corruption control
legislation and procedures relating to public interest disclosures, protected disclosures or whistleblowing
fraud and corruption control guidelines and standards
public sector values and codes of conduct
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of fraud and corruption control activities likely to be undertaken
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 implementing fraud and corruption control activities, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
implementation of fraud and corruption control activities 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 courses
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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1154 | PSPFRAU506A | Implement fraud control activities | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW07 | PSPFRU007 | Implement fraud control activities | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J305 | PSP50612 | Diploma of Government (Fraud Control) | Qualification |