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 italics in the Performance criteria is explained here.
Risk indicators may be:
performance risk indicators, such as compliance history, occurrence notification report data, history of complaints, previous audit results, annual safety reports, whether identified faults have been addressed
operational risk indicators, such as scope of operations, high risk activities, period since last audit or inspection, whether all elements of the system have been audited over time, multiple sites, subcontractors, etc.
Audits:
are planned, systematic and documented processes used to assess the extent of compliance with accreditation requirements
are conducted in a way that encourages organisations to demonstrate compliance and make improvements
provide feedback to support continuous improvement of operations and outcomes
Specified requirements may include:
regulator's quality management systems and procedures
links to priorities
sufficiency and targeting of sampling used
checks that previous faults have been rectified
Moderation:
is a process which involves auditors/inspectors discussing and reaching agreement about audit/inspection processes and outcomes in a particular industry or industry sector
enables auditors/inspectors to develop a shared understanding of the requirements of the audit/inspection criteria, relevant guidelines, nature of evidence, how evidence is collected and basis on which audit/inspection decisions are made
is used to ensure a consistent approach to audit or inspection practices
is used to improve reliability of outcomes
Stakeholders may include:
senior management
government
accredited rail organisations
contractors
industry
unions

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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
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 employability skills as they relate to this unit
coordinating audit or inspection programs in a range of 3 or more contexts or occasions, over time
Context of and specific resources for assessment
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 coordinating audit or inspection programs, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
Resources essential for assessment include:
legislation and guidelines relating to coordination of audit or inspection programs, based on a risk management approach
organisational procedures/guidelines and protocols relating to coordination of audit or inspection programs
scenarios and/or case studies to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when coordinating audit or inspection programs
access to relevant systems
Method of assessment
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit must use authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses and may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
demonstration
observation
simulation or role plays
case studies/scenarios
workplace projects
portfolios
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate and where the person has a disability the principle of reasonable adjustment should be applied during assessment
Assessment methods should reflect but not exceed workplace demands, such as literacy demands 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
Suggested units that may be co-assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service
PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks
PSPLEGN601B Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPMNGT608B Manage risk
PSPREG601B Manage regulatory compliance
PSPREG602B Evaluate regulatory compliance
PSPREG603A Manage and lead inspection and monitoring programs
Guidance information for assessment
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
Assessing employability skills:
employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors
the way these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts
employability skills embedded in this unit of competency should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skills set or qualification, and in the context of the job role
In practice, coordinating audit or inspection programs overlaps with other generalist or specialist work activities, such as acting ethically, managing risk, managing and evaluating regulatory compliance, and managing and leading inspection programs. Co-assessment with units of competency addressing these other activities could be considered.