Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Assets or proceeds of crime may include:
physical/actual property
anything derived from/used in an illegal activity, such as:
money
property
vehicles
other assets
Liaison may occur with:
legal counsel
director of public prosecutions
Recovery action may include:
forfeiture
pecuniary penalty
debts
charges
Referral may be to:
director of public prosecutions
Australian Federal Police
Legislation, policy and procedures may include:
proceeds of crime legislation
public service Acts
administrative decisions (judicial review) Acts
Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code Act 1995
criminal code
case law
administrative law
public sector standards
organisational policy and procedures

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
PSPREG418A Advise on progress of investigations
PSPREG419A Finalise and report on investigations
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
planning and implementation of recovery actions in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to recovery actions
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when planning and implementing recovery actions
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when planning and implementing recovery actions, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
planning and implementation of recovery actions in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
projects
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace (subject to complying with privacy requirements) and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments