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Investigate possible breaches of workplace legislation

Investigate possible breaches of workplace legislation

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPWPI010
State Code
ODW18
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
090901 - Business And Commercial Law
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct investigations into a range of workplace contexts specifically relating to work health and safety (WHS) legislation. This unit applies to those working as investigators conducting workplace investigations into possible breaches of a range of WHS legislation. Those undertaking this unit work independently, performing complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct initial assessment of situation.
  • 1.1. Identify type of investigation or situation.
  • 1.2. Assess situations with regard to personal safety and safety of others and put safeguards in place.
  • 1.3. Contact persons involved.
  • 1.4. Establish and maintain integrity of area under investigation.
2. Initiate and conduct investigations.
  • 2.1. Issue instructions to persons involved.
  • 2.2. Identify and access resources required before conducting investigation.
3. Examine situation.
  • 3.1. Record details of situation and all those involved in possible breach.
  • 3.2. Locate, collect, package, record, label and store potential evidence to ensure preservation of integrity of evidence and for further examination in accordance with the rules of evidence.
  • 3.3. Document reasons and justification if no breach has occurred or no action is to be taken.
  • 3.4. Recommend appropriate action if breach is confirmed, within officer’s discretion.
  • 3.5. Maintain accurate and complete record of evidence.
4. Identify potential witnesses and record initial statements.
  • 4.1. Identify potential witnesses and record their details.
  • 4.2. Take statements in accordance with rules of evidence.
5. Assess investigation material and gathered information.
  • 5.1. Review information and evidence gathered against legislation and other relevant material.
  • 5.2. Evaluate information and evidence relevance and strength of proof.
  • 5.3. Identify, prioritise and schedule further proofs for action.
  • 5.4. Obtain further evidence when required.
6. Conduct formal interviews.
  • 6.1. Conduct interview in accordance with rules of evidence.
  • 6.2. Review and clarify information to ensure its relevance and sufficiency prior to concluding the interview.
  • 6.3. Complete a record of the interview.
7. Complete investigation report.
  • 7.1. Compile report that reflects outcomes of investigation.
  • 7.2. Forward report to appropriate personnel for review and action.
  • 7.3. Gather and compile additional information and evidence identified in report.
  • 7.4. Forward final report through appropriate channels for processing.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
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State Code National Code Title Type
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