Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 4:50 PM AWST
22/07/2026 4:50 PM AWST
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Secure government assets
Secure government assets
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSEC301A
PSPSEC301A
State Code
C8313
C8313
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2014
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
04/07/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit covers implementation of security requirements for the organisation's assets. It includes protecting assets from security threats, implementing access restrictions, advising third parties of security requirements and minimising security risk.In practice, securing government assets may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, working effectively, working with diversity, organising information.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Protect assets from security threats
- 1.1 Assets are stored and accessed in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
- 1.2 Assets are regularly checked to ensure security.
- 1.3 Suspicious activity is investigated and dealt with in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 1.4 Expert advice is obtained as required in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
2. Implement access restrictions
- 2.1 Access is restricted to authorised personnel.
- 2.2 Potential threats are identified.
- 2.3 Breaches are identified and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 2.4 Action is taken to deal with a breach in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines.
3. Advise third parties of security requirements
- 3.1 The needs, expectations, attitudes, and current level of knowledge of third parties are confirmed.
- 3.2 Risks related to possible confrontations are identified and managed in accordance with organisational risk management and procedures.
- 3.3 Third parties are advised of the organisation's security requirements.
- 3.4 Advice is provided that is current, timely and meets the specific needs of the parties in its range, depth and form of presentation.
- 3.5 Feedback is obtained on the party's level of understanding, and additional information or explanation is used to clarify requirements if needed.
4. Minimise security risk
- 4.1 Changes in circumstance are identified and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 4.2 Documentation is completed in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
- 4.3 Actions are taken to reduce the likelihood of breaches reoccurring in accordance with the organisation's security plan.
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 may include:
information
documents
people
property
networks
systems
intellectual property
in Australia
overseas
Assets may be:
owned
on lease
hired
owned by others
Expert advice may include:
agency security adviser/s
specialist agencies such as:
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Australian Public Service Commission
Defence Signals Directorate
Australian Federal Police
Attorney-General's Department
Australian National Audit Office
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
Access may be restricted to information that is:
national security classified
non-national security classified
classified by third parties
Third parties may include:
other staff
contractors
members of the public
visitors to the organisation
Actions may include:
advice to responsible officers
disciplinary
formal counselling
prosecution
referral to third parties
strengthening of security
training
Assets may include:
information
documents
people
property
networks
systems
intellectual property
in Australia
overseas
Assets may be:
owned
on lease
hired
owned by others
Expert advice may include:
agency security adviser/s
specialist agencies such as:
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Australian Public Service Commission
Defence Signals Directorate
Australian Federal Police
Attorney-General's Department
Australian National Audit Office
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
Access may be restricted to information that is:
national security classified
non-national security classified
classified by third parties
Third parties may include:
other staff
contractors
members of the public
visitors to the organisation
Actions may include:
advice to responsible officers
disciplinary
formal counselling
prosecution
referral to third parties
strengthening of security
training
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:
PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation
PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information
PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector
PSPSEC302A Respond to government security incidents
PSPSEC303A Conduct security awareness sessions
PSPSEC304A Undertake information technology security audits
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)
securing government assets 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 security of government assets
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when securing government assets
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 securing government assets, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
securing government assets 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
portfolios
projects
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses such as a risk management plan specific to assets
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
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:
PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation
PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information
PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector
PSPSEC302A Respond to government security incidents
PSPSEC303A Conduct security awareness sessions
PSPSEC304A Undertake information technology security audits
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)
securing government assets 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 security of government assets
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when securing government assets
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 securing government assets, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
securing government assets 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
portfolios
projects
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses such as a risk management plan specific to assets
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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWT45 | PSPSEC001 | Secure government assets | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J280 | PSP30512 | Certificate III in Government (Security) | Qualification |