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Promote the values and ethos of public service

Promote the values and ethos of public service

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPETH003
State Code
AWW16
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
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to promote ethical standards to assist staff in avoiding conflicts of interest and to model and foster integrity.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 work independently, as part of a team and with 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. Promote ethical standards
  • 1.1 Discuss interpretation of ethical standards with senior staff to ensure common understanding of requirements.
  • 1.2 Explain to others the ethical obligations of public service and the consequences of unethical conduct.
  • 1.3 Assess conduct of self and others against ethics standards, legislation and guidelines, and provide feedback.
  • 1.4 Use the resolution and/or referral of ethical problems identified in dealings with staff and public as learning opportunities.
2. Assist staff to avoid conflicts of interest
  • 2.1 Explain conflict of interest requirements to staff using situations they are likely to experience.
  • 2.2 Discuss with staff matters involving competing interests or conflicting views and resolve or refer as required.
3. Model and foster integrity or conduct
  • 3.1 Give ethical, lawful and reasonable directions to staff, using personal work practices, to provide a consistent example of desired ethical conduct, and develop team values through collaboration and leadership.
  • 3.2 Provide protection from reprisals for refusing others' directions to act unethically.
  • 3.3 Model and explain to others the principles of procedural fairness.
  • 3.4 Explain, promote and use decision making which upholds ethical standards.
  • 3.5 Assess the risk of unethical conduct and recommend changes to policies or practices to improve outcomes.
  • 3.6 Encourage the reporting of suspected unethical conduct.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7987 PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODW89 PSPETH008 Promote the values and ethos of public service Unit of competency