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Disseminate outputs from the intelligence process
Disseminate outputs from the intelligence process
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFIN014A
DEFIN014A
State Code
AVV43
AVV43
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Original Release Date
15/03/2012
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Description
This unit covers the competency required to develop, deliver and disseminate intelligence outputs to assist decision making.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Write reports
- 1.1 Client's expectation of an appropriate written report protocol is determined
- 1.2 Written report format, tone and language specific to the audience and/or operational circumstances is ensured
- 1.3 Report content is accurate and written in a concise and logical manner
- 1.4 Written report conforms to acceptable writing conventions and is presented in a professional manner
- 1.5 Written report is disseminated to intended recipients in a timely manner
2. Conduct briefings
- 2.1 Briefing is planned so that all essential information is included and logically arranged
- 2.2 Briefing content is developed and delivered in a concise and logical manner
- 2.3 Briefing content is structured to facilitate audience comprehension
3. Provide electronic products
- 3.1 Intended recipients are identified and contacted to establish needs and expectations
- 3.2 Caveats are determined and applied to ensure that limitations on release of the product are understood
- 3.3 Electronic products are designed to be compatible with intended recipient needs/systems and/or operational circumstances
- 3.4 Electronic products are selected and presented to ensure conciseness and to enhance delivery and recipient understanding of the message
- 3.5 Electronic products are disseminated to the intended recipient in a form and timeframe that meets client needs and expectations
4. Obtain feedback from clients
- 4.1 Lines of communication are established and maintained to elicit feedback from clients
- 4.2 Feedback on products and dissemination methods is actively sought from clients to facilitate an improved product
- 4.3 Client feedback is acknowledged and recorded to enable appropriate action/adjustments to the intelligence product to be made
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.
Written report protocols may include:
Appendices
Authorship
Body
Caveat
Conclusion
Cover page
Executive summary
Glossary of terms
Introduction (aim, objective, methodology, limitations)
Probability rating
Recommendations
Referenced sources and agencies
Security classification
Table of contents
Timeframe reference
Professional manner may include:
Appropriate paragraphing
Correct spelling
Graphics
Justification
Page layout
Paper quality
Use of colour
Using correct grammar and syntax
Electronic products may include:
Computer databases
Email and electronic versions of oral briefings or written reports
Modem communication
Software
Video, DVD or audio tape
Feedback may be:
Electronic
Formal
Informal
Oral
Written
Appropriate action may include:
Amend present and future products and dissemination methods
No action
Respond to feedback
Written report protocols may include:
Appendices
Authorship
Body
Caveat
Conclusion
Cover page
Executive summary
Glossary of terms
Introduction (aim, objective, methodology, limitations)
Probability rating
Recommendations
Referenced sources and agencies
Security classification
Table of contents
Timeframe reference
Professional manner may include:
Appropriate paragraphing
Correct spelling
Graphics
Justification
Page layout
Paper quality
Use of colour
Using correct grammar and syntax
Electronic products may include:
Computer databases
Email and electronic versions of oral briefings or written reports
Modem communication
Software
Video, DVD or audio tape
Feedback may be:
Electronic
Formal
Informal
Oral
Written
Appropriate action may include:
Amend present and future products and dissemination methods
No action
Respond to feedback
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Nil
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Specific resources for assessment
There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Nil
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Specific resources for assessment
There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions
No information