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Promote union values, principles and policies
Promote union values, principles and policies
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBWRK405A
BSBWRK405A
State Code
D1040
D1040
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/07/2014
Field of Education
080309 - Industrial Relations
Original Release Date
10/07/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to demonstrate the values of the union and social justice movements.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrate an understanding of union context and principles
- 1.1. Display conduct which demonstrates an awareness of the values and principles of unionism
- 1.2. Ensure a sound knowledge of the structure and processes of the union, and the union context and its history is evidenced in work
- 1.3. Ensure a sound knowledge of organising principles, strategies and behaviours is evidenced in work
- 1.4. Ensure decision making processes are democratic and accountable and can be readily explained to other union members
- 1.5. Clearly communicate the rights, responsibilities and benefits of union membership
2. Promote social justice and the trade union movement
- 2.1. Ensure an awareness of the historical, social, political and economic importance of the union movement is evidenced in work
- 2.2. Integrate social justice issues into work practices
- 2.3. Utilise opportunities to explain and promote the values and principles of the union movement effectively and appropriately
- 2.4. Make links between wages and conditions and social justice and collective power
- 2.5. Make links with relevant social and political coalitions
3. Develop own and others' commitment to a collective and social justice agenda
- 3.1. Motivate people to act collectively and encourage participation in union activities, and policy and decision making forums
- 3.2. Promote membership participation in a collective agenda in the workplace and the community
- 3.3. Ensure behaviour in others that is contradictory to furthering the principles and values of collectivism is challenged appropriately
- 3.4. Actively communicate the perspectives and opinions of union members within the union as appropriate
- 3.5. Develop own commitment
RANGE STATEMENT
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Values and principles of unionism may include:
collectivism
cooperation
democracy
egalitarianism
equality
fairness
internationalism
justice for working people
respect for diversity
right for all people to have a voice in society
solidarity
position that power imbalance in society can only be effectively changed through collective action
Context might include:
economic, social and political environment
employer organisations and professional bodies
gender and racial divisions in society
legal entities
national and international peak councils
other affiliated unions
political parties
power relationships in society
regional and state/territory trades and labour councils
relevant networks and committees
Organising principles might include:
campaigning around issues and collective bargaining
developing networks
growth
leadership development
member activism and involvement
recognising strength comes from active participation of members who own the union
Social justice might include:
democracy
equity
fairness
human rights
inclusively
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Values and principles of unionism may include:
collectivism
cooperation
democracy
egalitarianism
equality
fairness
internationalism
justice for working people
respect for diversity
right for all people to have a voice in society
solidarity
position that power imbalance in society can only be effectively changed through collective action
Context might include:
economic, social and political environment
employer organisations and professional bodies
gender and racial divisions in society
legal entities
national and international peak councils
other affiliated unions
political parties
power relationships in society
regional and state/territory trades and labour councils
relevant networks and committees
Organising principles might include:
campaigning around issues and collective bargaining
developing networks
growth
leadership development
member activism and involvement
recognising strength comes from active participation of members who own the union
Social justice might include:
democracy
equity
fairness
human rights
inclusively
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrated evidence of how the values of the union movement are applied in daily or regular work practices
knowledge of own union: its history, vision and policies, its coverage of workers and its structure and processes.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to workplace and union documents
examples from work with union members
support from union officials.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of techniques
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
observation of performance in role plays
observation of presentations
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of social justice, the history of the union movement and the workings of the Australian political system
review of documentation promoting membership participation in a collective agenda in the workplace and the community
evaluation of links made with relevant social and political coalitions.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
other workplace relations units.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrated evidence of how the values of the union movement are applied in daily or regular work practices
knowledge of own union: its history, vision and policies, its coverage of workers and its structure and processes.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to workplace and union documents
examples from work with union members
support from union officials.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of techniques
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
observation of performance in role plays
observation of presentations
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of social justice, the history of the union movement and the workings of the Australian political system
review of documentation promoting membership participation in a collective agenda in the workplace and the community
evaluation of links made with relevant social and political coalitions.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
other workplace relations units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C7094 | BSBUN405A | Promote the values, principles and policies of the union | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D161 | BSB41807 | Certificate IV in Unionism and Industrial Relations | Qualification |
| D180 | BSB51807 | Diploma of Unionism and Industrial Relations | Qualification |