Unit of competency Outline
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Audit management systems
Audit management systems
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPWPI605B
PSPWPI605B
State Code
C8343
C8343
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the competency to undertake audits of workplace occupational health and safety and/or workers compensation and/or injury management and/or workplace relations and other management systems. It includes planning, organising and undertaking an audit; and evaluating, recording and providing advice on audit results.In practice, auditing management systems may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government systems, managing change, managing diversity, managing evaluations.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan, organise and undertake audit
- 1.1 The resources required to conduct the audit are identified and obtained.
- 1.2 The relevant parties are consulted and informed of audit plans in accordance with the organisation's policy and procedures.
- 1.3 The environment is assessed for personal safety.
- 1.4 The environment is assessed to ensure that it permits the audit to be fair, valid and reliable.
- 1.5 The audit arrangements and requirements are explained to the persons involved in the audit and to the relevant parties, and their understanding of the purpose and processes is confirmed.
- 1.6 Documents are sighted and all other evidence specified in the audit procedure is gathered in accordance with the organisation's policy and procedures and confidentiality is maintained.
2. Evaluate audit results
- 2.1 Evidence gathered is evaluated for reliability, validity, authenticity, sufficiency, currency, and consistency in the achievement of the specific standards.
- 2.2 The assessment decision is made in accordance with the purpose and objectives of the audit.
- 2.3 Guidance is sought if in doubt, from a more experienced auditor/s.
3. Record audit results
- 3.1 The audit results are recorded and processed in accordance with organisational auditing procedures.
- 3.2 Access to the audit records is provided only to authorised personnel
- 3.3 Confidentiality of the audit outcome is maintained.
4. Provide advice on audit results
- 4.1 Audit results are discussed and confirmed with the persons involved in the audit.
- 4.2 Feedback including advice on corrective action/s required is given to persons involved in the audit.
- 4.3 Any audit decision that may be disputed is reported in accordance with the organisation's policy and procedures.
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 bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Resources required to conduct the audit may include:
financial, such as:
budget allocations
travelling/subsistence allowances
motor vehicle hire
physical, such as:
motor vehicles
measuring equipment
photographic equipment
computer equipment
office location
personal protective equipment
telephone equipment
stationery
documentation (e.g. standards)
electronic recording equipment
office communication equipment
Audits may be conducted by:
an auditor working on his/her own
a team comprising subject technical knowledge expert/s and a lead auditor
an auditor working in conjunction with an experienced auditor, trainer and/or supervisor
Audit may include:
assessment
examination/test
structured inspection of workplaces to validate management systems
national/state or other relevant assessment instruments
results of internal and external monitoring
Relevant parties may include:
the auditors
key members/representatives of the organisation being audited
nominated contact person/s
managers concerned with the unit/section being audited
audit manager
audit team leader
audit team members
project manager
employer association
employee association
community groups
industrial commission
insurance companies
employer
employee
principal contractor
Audit plan may address:
the scope, purpose and objectives of the audit
competency of auditor/s
recordkeeping and processing arrangements
evaluation and review mechanisms
quality assurance methods
legislation
codes of practice
standards
guidance materials
benchmarks
Documents may include:
electronic databases
videos
intra/internet sites
training/learning programs
photographs
written information
Audit procedure may specify:
recording procedure
audit methods used
evidence required
location
timing of audit
Evidence may include:
documented instruction relating to the performance of tasks
sets of oral/written/computer-based questions
checklists
logbooks
working guides
manuals
technical reports
standard operating procedures/work method statements
policies and procedures
employer/employee records
contractor records
third party records
use of technology
outcome of interviews
outcome of focus groups
Assessment methods may include:
direct observation of performance
practical tasks
written/oral/computer-based questioning
consideration of third party reports
consideration of authenticated prior achievements
use of measuring and testing equipment
combination of methods
statistical data relating to safety and health injury/disease and/or workplace relations
Resources required to conduct the audit may include:
financial, such as:
budget allocations
travelling/subsistence allowances
motor vehicle hire
physical, such as:
motor vehicles
measuring equipment
photographic equipment
computer equipment
office location
personal protective equipment
telephone equipment
stationery
documentation (e.g. standards)
electronic recording equipment
office communication equipment
Audits may be conducted by:
an auditor working on his/her own
a team comprising subject technical knowledge expert/s and a lead auditor
an auditor working in conjunction with an experienced auditor, trainer and/or supervisor
Audit may include:
assessment
examination/test
structured inspection of workplaces to validate management systems
national/state or other relevant assessment instruments
results of internal and external monitoring
Relevant parties may include:
the auditors
key members/representatives of the organisation being audited
nominated contact person/s
managers concerned with the unit/section being audited
audit manager
audit team leader
audit team members
project manager
employer association
employee association
community groups
industrial commission
insurance companies
employer
employee
principal contractor
Audit plan may address:
the scope, purpose and objectives of the audit
competency of auditor/s
recordkeeping and processing arrangements
evaluation and review mechanisms
quality assurance methods
legislation
codes of practice
standards
guidance materials
benchmarks
Documents may include:
electronic databases
videos
intra/internet sites
training/learning programs
photographs
written information
Audit procedure may specify:
recording procedure
audit methods used
evidence required
location
timing of audit
Evidence may include:
documented instruction relating to the performance of tasks
sets of oral/written/computer-based questions
checklists
logbooks
working guides
manuals
technical reports
standard operating procedures/work method statements
policies and procedures
employer/employee records
contractor records
third party records
use of technology
outcome of interviews
outcome of focus groups
Assessment methods may include:
direct observation of performance
practical tasks
written/oral/computer-based questioning
consideration of third party reports
consideration of authenticated prior achievements
use of measuring and testing equipment
combination of methods
statistical data relating to safety and health injury/disease and/or workplace relations
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:
PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
PSPGOV601B Apply government systems
PSPLEGN601B Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPMNGT602B Manage resources
PSPMNGT608B Manage risk
PSPMNGT611A Manage evaluations
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)
management systems audited in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to workplace legislative compliance
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when auditing management systems
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 auditing management systems, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
management systems audited 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
demonstration
observation
portfolios
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:
PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
PSPGOV601B Apply government systems
PSPLEGN601B Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPMNGT602B Manage resources
PSPMNGT608B Manage risk
PSPMNGT611A Manage evaluations
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)
management systems audited in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to workplace legislative compliance
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when auditing management systems
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 auditing management systems, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
management systems audited 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
demonstration
observation
portfolios
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYK32 | PSPWPI605A | Audit management systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J328 | PSP60912 | Advanced Diploma of Government (Workplace Inspection) | Qualification |