Unit of competency Outline
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Provide quality and timely advice to council
Provide quality and timely advice to council
Unit of competency
National Code
LGACORE501B
LGACORE501B
State Code
C0973
C0973
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/08/2014
Field of Education
090901 - Business And Commercial Law
Original Release Date
15/08/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers monitoring and assessing legislative and other factors impacting on council. It recognises that councils operate within a legislative framework and that, as the third tier of government, there is a strong need for council to be provided with quality and timely information in order to best serve the community and its constituents.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor and assess trends and developments that impact on council
- 1.1 Government policies and programs are monitored and their impact on council is evaluated and reported.
- 1.2 The implications of other trends and developments are assessed and evaluated and council is advised in a timely manner.
- 1.3 Relevant community and government contacts and networks are fostered to ensure that up to date information is gathered.
- 1.4 Consultative processes are established and maintained with constituents and community to ensure needs and expectations are identified.
2. Advise council of current legislative requirements
- 2.1 Legislative requirements pertaining to all operations of council are regularly monitored and their implications are analysed.
- 2.2 Council is formally advised of its legislative responsibilities and obligations in a timely manner.
3. Assess impact of council proposals
- 3.1 Council proposals are assessed to identify the impact on particular council operations and on the community or particular sections of the community.
- 3.2 The range of options available for council action is indicated in the assessment.
- 3.3 Community feedback is sourced to determine satisfaction levels and impact of council proposals.
4. Respond to questions or requests for information from council and councillors
- 4.1 Response is researched and provided to council in a timely manner according to communication protocols.
- 4.2 Adequate and timely research is conducted to provide quality responses to council.
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.
Trends and developments may include:
government policies, programs and political changes
environmental trends and sustainable practices
economic trends at a local, regional, state, national or international level
social trends and developments
political developments
local issues
internal staffing issues
Research may include:
accessing government statistics and other relevant sources of information
community surveys and questionnaires
databases
engaging specialist advisors or consultants in such areas as legal matters, risk management or occupational health and safety
communicating or consulting with other councils
Trends and developments may include:
government policies, programs and political changes
environmental trends and sustainable practices
economic trends at a local, regional, state, national or international level
social trends and developments
political developments
local issues
internal staffing issues
Research may include:
accessing government statistics and other relevant sources of information
community surveys and questionnaires
databases
engaging specialist advisors or consultants in such areas as legal matters, risk management or occupational health and safety
communicating or consulting with other councils
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
The demonstrated ability to:
communicate information effectively to all levels of staff
conduct sufficient research in order to advise and enhance council's decision making
provide advice that includes the impact on council policies, procedures and practices where relevant
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
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables depending on council work flow and planning cycle as long as the critical aspects of evidence can be demonstrated.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:
copies of legislation
council policies and programs
external data, research and reports relevant to council responsibilities
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
The demonstrated ability to:
communicate information effectively to all levels of staff
conduct sufficient research in order to advise and enhance council's decision making
provide advice that includes the impact on council policies, procedures and practices where relevant
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
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables depending on council work flow and planning cycle as long as the critical aspects of evidence can be demonstrated.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:
copies of legislation
council policies and programs
external data, research and reports relevant to council responsibilities
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C3813 | LGACORE501A | Provide quality and timely advice to council | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODA19 | LGACOR008 | Provide advice to council | Unit of competency |