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Investigate complex issues

Investigate complex issues

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPWPI005
State Code
AWS66
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills required to research, plan and conduct investigations of workplace health and safety and/or workers compensation and/or injury management and/or workplace relations matters which may be complex and/or have potential to attract a high level of community interest. It includes researching the scope of the investigation, determining investigation issues, planning and conducting the investigation, analysing information gathered during the investigation and compiling a report.This unit applies to those working as workplace inspectors conducting investigations into possible breaches of a range of workplace health and safety legislation, which has the potential to attract a high level of community interest.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 familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research the scope of the investigation
  • 1.1 Conduct research on industry or issue to determine initial degree of complexity and throughout the investigation.
  • 1.2 Identify inter-organisation relationships to determine jurisdiction.
  • 1.3 Determine the scope of the investigation in accordance with research data, and ensure that planning and implementation of the investigation are congruent with this scope.
2. Determine investigation issues
  • 2.1 Identify major investigation issues and stakeholders.
  • 2.2 Identify barriers to investigation and implement solutions.
  • 2.3 Determine potential for external interest or involvement and deal with it.
3. Plan and conduct investigation
  • 3.1 Determine the steps required to conduct the investigation.
  • 3.2 Identify and obtain resources required.
  • 3.3 Establish the investigation’s timeframe and conduct the investigation.
4. Analyse information gathered during the investigation
  • 4.1 Analyse information to identify relevant issues, inter-relationships, trends and potential impact on stakeholders and on similar industries.
  • 4.2 Determine and document findings of the analysis.
5. Compile report
  • 5.1 Report results of analysis of information.
  • 5.2 Use the findings from analysing information to provide advice or develop policies or solutions which meet client needs or organisation requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8340 PSPWPI602B Investigate complex issues Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODW16 PSPWPI012 Investigate complex issues Unit of competency