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Undertake inspections and monitoring

Undertake inspections and monitoring

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPREG413A
State Code
C8281
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
01/11/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
080313 - Public And Health Care Administration
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the requirements to undertake both routine and non-routine inspections and monitoring of a more complex or detailed nature, with discretion to determine appropriate action in accordance with relevant Acts and regulations. Typically work will be under general direction, with full responsibility for delegated duties within a generally defined area. It includes planning and organising inspection and monitoring activities, undertaking inspections, acting on non-compliance and providing reports, information and training.In practice, undertaking complex inspections and monitoring may overlap with other generalist or specialist work activities such as exercising regulatory powers, using resources, gathering and analysing information, upholding and supporting public service values, working safely, applying government processes, etc. This unit is one of five units in the Regulatory Competency field that deal with inspection and monitoring. Related units are:PSPREG201A Carry out inspections and monitoring under guidance PSPREG301A Undertake routine inspections and monitoringPSPREG503A Supervise and carry out complex inspections and monitoring PSPREG603A Manage and lead inspection and monitoring programsNo licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and organise inspection and monitoring activities
  • 1.1 Outputs are confirmed and inspection and monitoring activities and responsibilities are determined in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 1.2 Procedures, timeframes, resources and equipment requirements are determined for self and others in accordance with organisational and task requirements.
  • 1.3 Resources/equipment are obtained and prepared in accordance with organisational and task requirements.
  • 1.4 Legislative requirements, risk management practices and occupational health and safety requirements are determined.
  • 1.5 Communication strategies and development opportunities are identified and adjusted to suit a range of clients in making them aware of their obligations under relevant legislation, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • 1.6 Procedural and information guides are reviewed and updated as required.
2. Undertake inspections and monitoring
  • 2.1 Inspections and monitoring activities are carried out under general direction in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements including occupational health and safety.
  • 2.2 Risk management strategies are developed and implemented as required in accordance with set procedures and timelines.
  • 2.3 Resources/equipment are used and maintained in accordance with organisational and task requirements.
  • 2.4 When required, operational and technical advice is provided to subordinate officers in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
3. Act onnon-compliance
  • 3.1 Information/education is provided to achieve client compliance in accordance with organisational guidelines and legislative requirements relating to the seriousness of the possible breach.
  • 3.2 Further action as a result of failure to achieve compliance is taken in accordance with organisational guidelines and legislative requirements relating to the seriousness of the possible breach.
  • 3.3 Compliance requirements of legislation/regulations are identified, and contraventions and recommended action are reported in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • 3.4 Serious or complex situations are referred for advice or resolution in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • 3.5 The elements of each offence to be prosecuted under relevant legislation are identified, and information/evidence is collected and provided in accordance with legislation, procedures and rules of evidence.
  • 3.6 When required, court attendance and conduct requirements are fulfilled in compliance with organisational guidelines.
4. Provide reports, information and training
  • 4.1 Records are maintained and reports are prepared and provided in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.2 Requirements of relevant legislation are interpreted and information and advice are provided on technical and operational matters.
  • 4.3 On-the-job inspection/monitoring training is provided in accordance with organisational requirements.
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Activities may include:
inspections/examinations
monitoring
surveillance
focused and benchmark audit activities
remote monitoring
other compliance assurance activities
Procedures may include:
observation
handling procedures
sampling procedures
rejection procedures
storage procedures
disinfection procedures
treatment procedures
organisational guidelines and code of conduct
incident reporting procedures
safety procedures
emergency procedures
evacuation procedures
Resources and equipment may include:
inspection equipment
personal protective equipment - respirators, gloves, overalls, boots, hearing protection, goggles, masks etc
test kit equipment
recording equipment
storage equipment/facilities
entry authority/warrant
Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment
communication equipment
computers
satellite imagery
aerial photographs
spatial data and information
vehicles - 2 or 4 wheel drive
Legislation may include:
Commonwealth legislation and regulations, for example:
Commonwealth Quarantine Act 1908, proclamations and regulations
Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code Act 1995
Customs Act 1901 and regulations
Wildlife Protection Act 1982
Export Control Act 1982
Imported Foods Act 1996
Occupational Health and Safety Act 1988
State, Territory and Local Government legislation and regulations, such as those relating to:
agriculture
horticulture
conservation and land management
fisheries
environmental protection
building
water
emergencies
international legislation/codes of behaviour
Inspections and monitoring activities may relate to:
aircraft
airfreight
animal products
animals
cargo
cereals
collection of biological specimens
disposal of organic waste
fresh produce
goods
land condition, such as:
topography
salinity
erosion
weed infestation
vermin infestation
fire hazard
over grazing
land improvements, such as:
fences
buildings
sporting or playground equipment
irrigation infrastructure
sewerage infrastructure
waterfront occupations
community structures
land usage
leases and other tenures, to ensure compliance with conditions
licence/permit compliance (e.g. vegetation clearing)
live fish
livestock
mail
mineral samples
passenger baggage
people
pests
plant products
plants
premises
properties
reserves and their use/s
survey activities to maintain readiness for district emergency plans
vector monitoring
vessels
General direction may include:
supervisors
senior policy officers
senior inspectors
line managers
project managers
program managers
inspection specialists
Risk management strategies may include:
monitoring
treatment
containment
control
eradication
destruction
biosecurity strategies
Action may include:
advice
warning
formal notification of intent
infringement notices
on-the-spot fines
court prosecution
Collection of evidence may include:
observation
interviewing
seizure
sampling
specimen collection
recording
maintenance of case files
determination of land ownership
Records may include:
notes
case files
statistics
forms (application forms, disease notification forms, etc)
notices (seizure notice, infringement notice, etc)
invoices
receipts
commercial documentation such as bills of lading, airway bills
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS401B Implement workplace safety procedures and programs
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
PSPREG402C Promote client compliance
PSPREG403B Assess compliance
PSPREG405B Act on non-compliance
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
performance under general direction with responsibility within a generally defined area for inspections and monitoring undertaken in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to inspection and monitoring
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of inspection and monitoring situations likely to be encountered
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when undertaking inspections and monitoring, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
performance under general direction with responsibility within a generally defined area for inspections and monitoring undertaken in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
demonstration
observation
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWT84 PSPREG013 Undertake inspections and monitoring Unit of competency