Unit of competency Outline

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Manage intelligence information processes

Manage intelligence information processes

Unit of competency
National Code
PUAPOL033B
State Code
WJ091
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
28/08/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/07/2014
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
07/07/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the competency to manage the collection, collation, and evaluation of information within the intelligence process in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop an information collection plan
  • 1.1 The type and quality of information required is identified to inform the collection plan
  • 1.2 The most suitable information source(s) is identified and briefed as to information required
  • 1.3 Potential information channels are identified to assist selection of the most suitable collection channel
  • 1.4 A clear, concise, and accessible information collection plan is written to inform operatives and users
2. Collect information
  • 2.1 The type and quality of information required is identified and communicated clearly to information sources and collectors to facilitate desired outcomes
  • 2.2 Information is collected according to the methods outlined in the information collection plans
  • 2.3 Information is graded registered, recorded and stored according to organisational guidelines
  • 2.4 The Information Collection Plan is continually reviewed and amended as required to ensure a sound collection process
3. Collate information
  • 3.1 Information is collated using methods which facilitate accessibility and rapid retrievability
  • 3.2 Gaps in gathered information are identified and steps taken to gather further pertinent information and give a better understanding of events
  • 3.3 The collation process is evaluated to determine what improvements can be made, and those improvements implemented
4. Evaluate information
  • 4.1 The source of the information is evaluated to determine its reliability and value
  • 4.2 Previously collected information is re-evaluated in light of the most recently collected information to confirm a picture of events
  • 4.3 Invalid and/or irrelevant information is removed from further processing and retained to facilitate future reference
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.
The information collection plan may include:
time frames for the collection of the information. Such timeframes may be affected by the work involved in preparing the jobs, turn around time, and translation times,
appropriate methods of information transfer which could include: (modem, facsimile, post, courier, oral, and/or by hand
assessment of risks to the source, individual or organisation)
The unpredictable nature of subjects' activities mean:
that new entities come to notice when intelligence officers and officers are providing tactical and operational support. Therefore, the Information Collection Plan must be monitored for current relevance and brought up to date from time to time to keep up with operational developments. The plan would be classified appropriately
Information sources may include:
other law enforcement officers in the agency
existing holdings with the agency
other law enforcement agencies
government departments
private sector
public domain, libraries
informants
regulatory bodies and professional associations
academic and research institutes
Collection techniques may include:
library searches
interviews
surveillance (physical and electronic)
observation posts
overt and covert means
surveys
hearings
Information may include:
data
facts
anecdotal evidence
allegations and processed intelligence
pictures
video recordings
audio recordings
transcripts
narration
objects or things
Information may be:
in hard copy or electronic form
It can be obtained by overt or covert means, and apply to unclassified through to highly classified material
Collation methods may include:
Indexing
cross referencing
linking
sorting
comparing
categorising
integrating
using appropriate
available software programs
filing systems
The information is evaluated according to its:
credibility
validity
reliability
accuracy
pertinence
Re-evaluation means:
subjecting existing information to evaluation processes in the light of new information received
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in the management of intelligence information consistent with the project plan.
Consistency in performance
Evidence of competency in this Unit will need to be gathered over time and from across a range of simulated and/or actual workplace activities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVO35 POLCOV004 Manage information in an intelligence environment Unit of competency