Unit of competency Outline

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Report to a formal inquiry

Report to a formal inquiry

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCORG009
State Code
AUZ01
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills required to prepare and present information verbally and in written format to a formal inquiry.This unit applies to those working in a correctional services role in the custodial or community context. This unit has been designed to allow significant contextualisation in recognition of the very wide range of requirements and structures of a formal inquiry in this industry. Inquiries may be for internal management purposes and may have a statutory and legal basis. The degree of formality and the procedures required to be followed will be determined by the terms of reference, practices, location and legislative or statutory requirements, and purposes of inquiries conducted as part of the candidate’s duties.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, particularly those related to reporting information.Those undertaking this unit work autonomously drawing upon support from a range of established resources. The role requires strong analysis and communication skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare information
  • 1.1 Determine the purpose and terms of formal inquiries and consider these in the selection of information to ensure relevance.
  • 1.2 Use a range of reliable and authorised sources of information in compiling reports.
  • 1.3 Collect and verify all relevant information for currency and accuracy.
  • 1.4 Identify and notify people required as witnesses or to provide evidence, of the inquiry and their need to attend.
2. Present information
  • 2.1 Follow the procedures and directions of the inquiry precisely and accurately.
  • 2.2 Present information in a format that complies with rules of evidence and the purpose and terms of reference of the inquiry.
  • 2.3 Present information that is clear, specific, relevant and factual.
  • 2.4 Ensure personal presentation, manner and language are consistent with the protocol of a formal inquiry.
  • 2.5 Use correct forms of address and observe formal protocol.
3. Review and report
  • 3.1 Check draft reports, remove all unnecessary material and edit content to meet the standards of the inquiry.
  • 3.2 Check that reports contain all relevant and valid information and are factual, complete and objective.
  • 3.3 Make recommendations that are unambiguous, and consistent with the evidence and the constraints.
  • 3.4 Use language style and presentation appropriate for a formal legal document.
  • 3.5 Provide reports using the range of technology and media suitable and recommended for the context.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5989 CSCORG403A Report to a formal inquiry Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ11 CSCORG052 Report to a formal inquiry Unit of competency