Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
21/07/2026 11:20 PM AWST
21/07/2026 11:20 PM AWST
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Apply the values and principles of Defence police
Apply the values and principles of Defence police
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFPO001B
DEFPO001B
State Code
AVV88
AVV88
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit covers the competency required to carry out policing operations within a Defence environment. This is normally done while working with an associate, but also includes the ability to work individually and independently when carrying out the operations. The individual therefore, must possess and be able to apply a sound understanding of Defence and individual service ethics, values and principles. The ethical framework is particularly important under operational conditions where normal social values and norms can become clouded and obscured by operational priorities. In this situation the individual must be capable of displaying sound judgement in circumstances where professional and ethical ambiguities arise, or when there are conflicts of interest (eg interests of service police, unit, service and/or wider community).The effectiveness of the individual will be determined, in large, by their application and adherence to the ethical framework, principles and values under which they operate.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Exhibit ethical standards
- 1.1 Compliance operations are applied in accordance with both individual service and wider Defence ethics, standards, policy and guidelines
- 1.2 Verbal and written advice and reports provided contain information which is impartial, substantiated, accurate and complete
- 1.3 Resources are used in accordance with Defence ethics, standards, policy and guidelines
- 1.4 Conflicts are identified, addressed and documented in accordance with policy and procedures
- 1.5 Relationships with public and private organisations are established and maintained in accordance with ethics, standards, policy and guidelines
- 1.6 Information on Defence ethical standards and values is provided to suppliers/providers, where appropriate
2. Deal with ethical problems
- 2.1 Situations which pose ethical problems are resolved or referred in accordance with Defence and individual service guidelines
- 2.2 Decision-making processes used to resolve ethical problems are recorded in accordance with Defence and individual service policy and procedures
- 2.3 Defence and individual service policies on the prevention and reporting of unethical conduct are accessed and applied
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Defence environment may include:
Barrack areas and the local environment during peacetime, but also on deployments, on exercises and in designated areas of operations
Ethics, values and principles may include:
Respect for the law
Natural justice
Integrity
Objectivity
Accountability
Honesty
Openness
Responsibility
Impartiality
Diligence
Trustworthiness
Confidentiality
Respect for persons
Responsible care
Probity
Economy and efficiency
Loyalty
Selflessness
Adherence to the law
Procedural fairness i.e. the right to:
be heard/put your case
be informed of a complaint or case against you
privacy
representation
silence
fair trial
Individual service includes:
Army
Navy
Air Force
Ethics, standards, policy and guidelines may include:
Legislation dealing with public sector management, freedom of information, equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination law and diversity
Ministerial directives
Defence and individual service codes of ethics
Defence and individual service sets of values
Defence and individual service mission and values statements
Defence and individual service policies, procedures/guidelines
Resolving ethical problems may include:
Accessing relevant standards and other information
Withdrawing from a situation
Using models of ethical decision-making
Reflection, discussion, seeking clarification from others
Reporting breaches of ethical conduct
Ethical problems may include:
Both potential and actual conflicts between individuals and groups
Bribery
Improper use of official information
Gifts
Entertainment
Outside employment
Favours for friends, relatives
Membership of organisations
Political activity
Pecuniary and non-pecuniary conflicts
Ethical problems which may need to be referred rather than resolved at this level may include:
Conflict between Defence and individual standards and personal values
Conflict between Defence standards and directions of a superior
Tension between two "rights" e.g. right to privacy versus right to freedom of information
Conflict between community expectations and the law
Unethical conduct may include:
Fraud, corruption, mal-administration and waste
Unauthorised access to and use of information, money/finances, vehicles, equipment, resources
Improper public comment on matters relating to the government and/or Defence
Falsifying records, giving false testimonials, dishonesty
Improper use of telephones, credit cards, frequent flyer points, email and internet
Extravagant or wasteful practices
Personal favours, preferential treatment
Compromising behaviour including sexual harassment
Directing others to act unethically
Oppressive/coercive management decisions
Displaying violent behaviour
Displaying insubordination
Resorting to illegality to obtain evidence
Defence environment may include:
Barrack areas and the local environment during peacetime, but also on deployments, on exercises and in designated areas of operations
Ethics, values and principles may include:
Respect for the law
Natural justice
Integrity
Objectivity
Accountability
Honesty
Openness
Responsibility
Impartiality
Diligence
Trustworthiness
Confidentiality
Respect for persons
Responsible care
Probity
Economy and efficiency
Loyalty
Selflessness
Adherence to the law
Procedural fairness i.e. the right to:
be heard/put your case
be informed of a complaint or case against you
privacy
representation
silence
fair trial
Individual service includes:
Army
Navy
Air Force
Ethics, standards, policy and guidelines may include:
Legislation dealing with public sector management, freedom of information, equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination law and diversity
Ministerial directives
Defence and individual service codes of ethics
Defence and individual service sets of values
Defence and individual service mission and values statements
Defence and individual service policies, procedures/guidelines
Resolving ethical problems may include:
Accessing relevant standards and other information
Withdrawing from a situation
Using models of ethical decision-making
Reflection, discussion, seeking clarification from others
Reporting breaches of ethical conduct
Ethical problems may include:
Both potential and actual conflicts between individuals and groups
Bribery
Improper use of official information
Gifts
Entertainment
Outside employment
Favours for friends, relatives
Membership of organisations
Political activity
Pecuniary and non-pecuniary conflicts
Ethical problems which may need to be referred rather than resolved at this level may include:
Conflict between Defence and individual standards and personal values
Conflict between Defence standards and directions of a superior
Tension between two "rights" e.g. right to privacy versus right to freedom of information
Conflict between community expectations and the law
Unethical conduct may include:
Fraud, corruption, mal-administration and waste
Unauthorised access to and use of information, money/finances, vehicles, equipment, resources
Improper public comment on matters relating to the government and/or Defence
Falsifying records, giving false testimonials, dishonesty
Improper use of telephones, credit cards, frequent flyer points, email and internet
Extravagant or wasteful practices
Personal favours, preferential treatment
Compromising behaviour including sexual harassment
Directing others to act unethically
Oppressive/coercive management decisions
Displaying violent behaviour
Displaying insubordination
Resorting to illegality to obtain evidence
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply the knowledge and skills required to conduct oneself ethically and to deal with ethical problems in a range of situations.
Assessment must also confirm the ability to:
correctly apply the processes for resolving or referring ethical problems, including conflict of interest
identify unethical conduct and conflicts of interest
correctly deal with unethical conduct and conflicts of interest
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated in a range of contexts over time. Individuals should be observed and questioned when ethical issues arise during the conduct of routine tasks. At least two ethical problems should be posed requiring a response or action that can be assessed.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed while routine tasks are undertaken under limited supervision with regular checks, but may take the form of some autonomy when working as part of a team.
Evidence should be gathered in the workplace or a simulated work environment by observing the individual completing operational tasks related to the critical aspects of evidence. Assessment may be by intermittent checking at various stages of each task or at the completion of each task in accordance with the performance criteria. Targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge should support practical assessments.
Specific resources for assessment
There are no special resource requirements for this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply the knowledge and skills required to conduct oneself ethically and to deal with ethical problems in a range of situations.
Assessment must also confirm the ability to:
correctly apply the processes for resolving or referring ethical problems, including conflict of interest
identify unethical conduct and conflicts of interest
correctly deal with unethical conduct and conflicts of interest
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated in a range of contexts over time. Individuals should be observed and questioned when ethical issues arise during the conduct of routine tasks. At least two ethical problems should be posed requiring a response or action that can be assessed.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed while routine tasks are undertaken under limited supervision with regular checks, but may take the form of some autonomy when working as part of a team.
Evidence should be gathered in the workplace or a simulated work environment by observing the individual completing operational tasks related to the critical aspects of evidence. Assessment may be by intermittent checking at various stages of each task or at the completion of each task in accordance with the performance criteria. Targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge should support practical assessments.
Specific resources for assessment
There are no special resource requirements for this unit
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBB83 | DEFPOL001 | Apply the values and principles of Defence police | Unit of competency |
