Unit of competency Outline
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Apply knowledge of relevant legislation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites work
Apply knowledge of relevant legislation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites work
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCSW312
AHCCSW312
State Code
OFB91
OFB91
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
090999 - Law, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work within the constructs of relevant legislation when working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites, cultural materials and cultural landscapes. On Country refers to the land, sea and waterways.This unit applies to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites workers working on Country or in other cultural and heritage contexts where legislative requirements are in place. The unit applies to working either as an autonomous sites worker or under the appropriate supervision and Cultural Authority of Traditional Owners or Elders for specific Country.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research the relevant legislation
- 1.1 Identify and record the legislative requirements that relate to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural sites work
- 1.2 Identify and record the purpose of legislation requirements that apply to own work context
2. Identify relevant legislative provisions
- 2.1 Identify and record the laws that protect Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural sites
- 2.2 Clarify compliance requirements with supervisor to confirm understanding and to ensure consistency of application across the organisation
- 2.3 Consult with experts and Cultural Authorities to address any competing interests arising from diverse pieces of legislation with jurisdiction over a local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural site, landscape or material
3. Identify stakeholder requirements
- 3.1 Communicate with clients and stakeholders to identify their needs in relation to relevant legislation
- 3.2 Provide referrals for stakeholders to expert advisors or advisory organisations
- 3.3 Recognise own limitations and professional boundaries
- 3.4 Prepare a plan to conduct Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites work in accordance with legislative requirements and following cultural protocols
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAQ27 | AHCASW313 | Apply knowledge of relevant legislation to Aboriginal sites work | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJA8 | AHC32522 | Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Sites Work | Qualification |
| AF224 | Introduction to Aboriginal Heritage Management Skill Set | Skill set |