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Plan and initiate an investigation

Plan and initiate an investigation

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPINV001
State Code
AWU79
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
019903 - Forensic Science
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills required to identify and confirm possible non-compliance, and plan and initiate a subsequent investigation. It includes planning and activating evidence collection, identifying witnesses and persons of interest.This unit applies to those working in a range of regulatory work environments involving gathering and managing physical or documentary evidence from a range of sources.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to WHS in the context of investigations.Those undertaking this unit would work independently using support from a range of established resources to perform complex tasks in a range of contexts, including some that are unfamiliar and/or unpredictable.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Initiate preliminary investigation to confirm non-compliance
  • 1.1 Assess information, confirm likely non-compliance and if matter under investigation falls within jurisdiction.
  • 1.2 Prioritise importance and urgency of the matter for action.
  • 1.3 Initiate documentation for investigation of alleged matter.
2. Plan investigation
  • 2.1 Determine the objectives of the investigation and obtain necessary resources to conduct the investigation.
  • 2.2 Identify and plan for risks associated with the investigation including sensitivities that might affect the organisation.
  • 2.3 Select methods to achieve the investigation's objectives.
  • 2.4 Identify timelines and prioritise tasks.
  • 2.5 Confirm and initiate communication and case management requirements.
  • 2.6 Record investigation planning.
  • 2.7 Obtain approval to commence investigation.
3. Initiate investigation
  • 3.1 Implement evidence recording process.
  • 3.2 Identify, locate and contact possible witnesses to request information.
  • 3.3 Identify and locate responsible parties and record their particulars.
  • 3.4 Contact responsible parties for interview and inform them of the nature of the investigation as required by law.
  • 3.5 Research evidence requirements to establish the type and standard of evidence and necessary resources according to the size of investigation and nature of the offence.
  • 3.6 Select and initiate investigative techniques.
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