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Participate in an audit process

Participate in an audit process

Unit of competency
National Code
FDFPPL3005A
State Code
D4664
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
04/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
04/08/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to participate in an internal audit process and is appropriate where internal audit processes are conducted to support externally audited programs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Participate in planning an audit
  • 1.1. Roles and responsibilities for participating in the audit are identified
  • 1.2. The purpose and scope of the audit is identified
  • 1.3. Information and resources required to conduct the audit are identified and located
2. Participate in conducting an audit
  • 2.1. Information is collected that is adequate, representative and meets audit requirements
  • 2.2. Information is analysed to assess adequacy of performance against program
  • 2.3. Records are reviewed to confirm compliance with the program
  • 2.4. Compliance with the program is observed in the workplace
  • 2.5. Areas requiring corrective action are identified
3. Report and follow up audit outcomes
  • 3.1. Situations presenting an imminent and serious risk to the program objectives are identified and reported immediately in accordance with reporting requirements
  • 3.2. Audit reports are prepared to address audit scope requirements
  • 3.3. The results of the audit are communicated according to audit purpose and requirements
  • 3.4. A corrective action plan is developed
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.
Audits
Audits may be conducted against workplace programs and/or legislative requirements. Audits may be undertaken for advisory or regulatory purposes and may be led by internal or external auditors
Information collection methods
Information collection methods include:
interviews
observation
review of workplace records
accessing relevant technical information
Corrective action plans
A corrective action plan identifies non-conformance, corrective actions, date by which action must be taken and any other follow up requirements
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
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
identify the requirements and procedures for participating in the audit
identify the purpose and scope of the audit
collect, assess and provide information as required by the audit process
identify and act on inconsistencies or issues which may affect audit processes or outcomes
comply with audit requirements
follow up on audit outcomes.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
workplace program documentation
audit procedures and standards as applied in the workplace
advice on related legislation, industry standards and codes of practice
information systems and data collection technology
reporting formats/requirements
workplace/personnel as required to collect data/observe compliance.

Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. In addition, the following optional unit may be relevant:
BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information.

Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6305 FDFOPTAP3A Participate in an audit process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAL91 FBPPPL3005 Participate in an audit process Unit of competency