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Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPETH002
State Code
AWW17
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
080313 - Public And Health Care Administration
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to contribute to an ethical workplace and participate in ethical decision making.This unit applies to those working in public sector roles but may be applied to anyone working in a similar organisational context.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.Those undertaking this unit would generally work independently and as part of a team, where they may have some supervisory responsibilities. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Contribute to an ethical workplace
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply information on ethical values.
  • 1.2 Discuss and confirm application of ethical values and principle with senior management and colleagues to ensure common understanding and application.
  • 1.3 Assist others to access and use public sector ethics legislation and guidelines to ensure compliance with requirements.
  • 1.4 Explain the differences between ethics and personal beliefs to others to encourage understanding and compliance with the principles of procedural fairness.
  • 1.5 Identify and discuss with work colleagues hypothetical work practices that would constitute unethical conduct including strategies to avoid or deal with them.
2. Participate in ethical decision-making
  • 2.1 Identify real and potential ethical problems, and the decision-making processes used to resolve or refer them.
  • 2.2 Monitor and access information to ensure currency in ethical knowledge.
  • 2.3 Develop judgment through involvement in workplace discussions or ongoing professional development related to ethical standards and practices.
  • 2.4 Support staff to contribute to ethical discussions and problem-solving.
  • 2.5 Use processes for preventing and reporting unethical conduct and assist others in their application.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7986 PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODW90 PSPETH007 Uphold and support the values and principles of public service Unit of competency