Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 4:48 AM AWST
23/07/2026 4:48 AM AWST
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Promote compliance with laws and legal principles
Promote compliance with laws and legal principles
Unit of competency
National Code
SISXIND404A
SISXIND404A
State Code
D6197
D6197
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply legislation relevant to organisation operations. The unit focuses on analysis and interpretation of relevant legislation to inform the review of current organisation systems to determine compliance with legal obligations and promote the modification or development and implementation of systems to promote organisation compliance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse laws and legal principles.
- 1.1. Identify and access sources of laws and legal information that relate to the organisation.
- 1.2. Analyse laws and legal information and identify implications for the organisation.
- 1.3. Record information and communicate to appropriate personnel.
2. Analyse the implications of contracts.
- 2.1. Identify the types of contracts used by the organisation and the rationale for their use.
- 2.2. Identify and analyse contractual obligations and their implications for individuals and the organisation.
3. Review current organisational systems to determine legal compliance.
- 3.1. Identify and assess current organisation policies and procedures and implementation strategies to determine compliance with legal requirements.
- 3.2. Identify aspects of organisation operations that may infringe or not meet legal obligations.
- 3.3. Assess the need for and access legal advice on infringements and gaps where appropriate.
- 3.4. Report and document outcomes of assessment and make recommendations for required actions to address infringements and gaps to relevant personnel.
- 3.5. Circulate recommendations to affected staff for feedback and discussion.
4. Modify organisational systems to promote compliance.
- 4.1. Develop or modify policies, procedures and implementation strategies as appropriate based on recommendations and feedback to promote compliance with legal obligations.
- 4.2. Document new or modified policies, procedures and implementation strategies.
- 4.3. Communicate new or modified policies, procedures and implementation strategies within organisation.
- 4.4. Implement new or modified policies, procedures and implementation strategies and monitor their effectiveness in complying with legal requirements.
5. Update legal knowledge.
- 5.1. Update legal knowledge and share with colleagues.
- 5.2. Use updated knowledge in planning for workplace systems and operational processes.
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Sources may include:
reference books
media
industry and or employer associations
industry journals
internet
clients and suppliers
legal experts.
Laws and legal information may include:
company
taxation
contract
insurance and superannuation
environment
child protection
consumer protection and trade practices
licensing
industrial relations
equal employment opportunity
anti-discrimination
Work Health and Safety
privacy.
Implications may include:
delivery of services
safety
employment
privacy
constitutional structure
contracts
funding accountability.
Appropriate personnel may include:
managers
supervisors
board members
colleagues
local government.
Types of contracts may include:
funding
sponsorships
employment
service and or supply of goods and services
preferred providers
licences
trademarks
transfers
franchises.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
legislative requirements
contract establishment and management
business compliance and management reporting
monitoring and reviewing procedures.
Implementation strategies may include:
staff training
organisation communication strategies
information sessions and updates.
Required actions may include:
modifying current policies and procedures
developing new policies and procedures
modifying current implementation strategies
developing new implementation strategies.
Sources may include:
reference books
media
industry and or employer associations
industry journals
internet
clients and suppliers
legal experts.
Laws and legal information may include:
company
taxation
contract
insurance and superannuation
environment
child protection
consumer protection and trade practices
licensing
industrial relations
equal employment opportunity
anti-discrimination
Work Health and Safety
privacy.
Implications may include:
delivery of services
safety
employment
privacy
constitutional structure
contracts
funding accountability.
Appropriate personnel may include:
managers
supervisors
board members
colleagues
local government.
Types of contracts may include:
funding
sponsorships
employment
service and or supply of goods and services
preferred providers
licences
trademarks
transfers
franchises.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
legislative requirements
contract establishment and management
business compliance and management reporting
monitoring and reviewing procedures.
Implementation strategies may include:
staff training
organisation communication strategies
information sessions and updates.
Required actions may include:
modifying current policies and procedures
developing new policies and procedures
modifying current implementation strategies
developing new implementation strategies.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
identify and clarify the implications of laws, legal requirements and organisation contracts on operating systems and services and seeks legal advice where appropriate
review current organisation systems to determine areas of operation that do not comply with laws and legal requirements, and document and report findings to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
make recommendations to better promote compliance and support staff in implementing policies and procedures that promote compliance with laws and legal requirements
anticipate problems or constraints that may affect the organisation’s ability to comply with legal and contractual obligations and incorporate them into a contingency plan.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
implementation and monitoring of recommendations in consultation with staff, and participation in organisation compliance reviews that are of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
sources of information about legal and contractual obligations
current organisational policies, procedures and operational work systems
sources of legal advice and associated documentation
resources, staff and documentation required for the review of organisational systems.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of interacting with staff as part of the review process
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and its impact on the specific sport, fitness and recreation organisation
portfolio showing evidence of review outcomes and actions
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended for example:
SISXIND211 Develop and update sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge.
SISXRSK502 Manage organisational risks.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
identify and clarify the implications of laws, legal requirements and organisation contracts on operating systems and services and seeks legal advice where appropriate
review current organisation systems to determine areas of operation that do not comply with laws and legal requirements, and document and report findings to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
make recommendations to better promote compliance and support staff in implementing policies and procedures that promote compliance with laws and legal requirements
anticipate problems or constraints that may affect the organisation’s ability to comply with legal and contractual obligations and incorporate them into a contingency plan.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
implementation and monitoring of recommendations in consultation with staff, and participation in organisation compliance reviews that are of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
sources of information about legal and contractual obligations
current organisational policies, procedures and operational work systems
sources of legal advice and associated documentation
resources, staff and documentation required for the review of organisational systems.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of interacting with staff as part of the review process
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and its impact on the specific sport, fitness and recreation organisation
portfolio showing evidence of review outcomes and actions
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended for example:
SISXIND211 Develop and update sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge.
SISXRSK502 Manage organisational risks.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBD91 | SISXIND008 | Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation | Unit of competency |