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Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and prepare documentation

Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and prepare documentation

Unit of competency
National Code
LGACOM406A
State Code
C1966
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/01/2002
Field of Education
090901 - Business And Commercial Law
Original Release Date
25/01/2002
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the administration of relevant legislation to ensure compliance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify possible breaches
  • 1.1. Possible breaches are identified through complaint or other means, recorded in accordance with legislative and council requirements and notified to more senior staff.
2. Investigate alleged breaches
  • 2.1. Further information is obtained on possible breaches.
  • 2.2. If inspection is authorised, the alleged offending party is notified and a time scheduled for an inspection that is conducted according to council procedures.
  • 2.3. Available information from the inspection is assessed against relevant legislation to determine if a breach has occurred and relevant details are accurately recorded.
  • 2.4. The complainant is advised of investigation outcomes in accordance with council policies and procedures.
  • 2.5. All parties are informed of their rights according to legislation and within appropriate time frames.
3. Propose appropriate action to achieve compliance
  • 3.1. Consultation with the alleged offending party is undertaken to facilitate resolution.
  • 3.2. Options for action are identified to achieve compliance at the earliest date with the least inconvenience to all parties.
  • 3.3. A practical action to achieve compliance is selected as a result of consultation and relevant authorities are notified, where required.
4. Undertake action to achieve compliance
  • 4.1. Notices are issued to relevant parties that clearly document breaches and recommend appropriate action to achieve compliance.
  • 4.2. A clear report recommending appropriate action is prepared and submitted to council.
  • 4.3. Proceedings are instigated within the required time frame in terms of required legal procedure.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Breaches may include:
parking offences
swimming pools
dog nuisances
general by-laws
litter
pollution
unauthorised buildings
businesses operating outside permitted hours
illegal land use
fires
off-road vehicles
illegal landfills
Information may include:
written and oral records
reports
instructions
directions from supervisor or management
formal and informal interviews
team meetings
reports from other services, agencies, specialists or experts
media
Legislation may include:
federal
state or territory
local controls
Council policies and procedures may include:
priority
bona fides of a complainant
Relevant authorities may include:
building surveyors
planners
utilities
water authorities
council
state government authorities
Time frames may include:
statute of limitations
state or territory specific
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Complaints are investigated
Alleged offender is consulted
Notices are issued
Reports are compiled
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:
computers
relevant legislation
Access to real parties in an action or simulated role-play process
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