Unit of competency Outline

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Conduct initial digital investigation

Conduct initial digital investigation

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFFOR016
State Code
OEF51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/11/2022
Field of Education
019903 - Forensic Science
Original Release Date
28/11/2022
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather and collate information and obvious and accessible digital evidence from the scene of an incident and identify potential witnesses. It includes maintaining the chain of evidential record.This unit applies to those working in gathering and analysis of digital information.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 relating to work health and safety (WHS), recording details of witnesses, and the search and seizure of digital evidence.Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under indirect supervision, while performing complex tasks in a broad range of contexts. They must be able to use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conduct initial assessment of scene
  • 1.1 Assess the scene
  • 1.2 Establish communication with the senior investigating officer and maintain liaison throughout the investigation
  • 1.3 Ascertain the circumstances surrounding the scene through visual assessment and reports from other personnel
  • 1.4 Define/redefine the scene boundaries as required to preserve physical evidence for collection
  • 1.5 Locate obvious and accessible digital evidence and, where appropriate, protect from possible contamination
2 Control integrity of scene
  • 2.1 Establish and maintain appropriate arrangements for scene access and egress
  • 2.2 Identify and access additional resources required to secure incident scene
3 Examine scene
  • 3.1 Instigate an appropriate search pattern to ensure all digital evidence is located and preserved
  • 3.2 Record details of the scene and types of digital equipment and media
  • 3.3 Locate, collect, package, label and store digital evidence to ensure preservation for further examination
  • 3.4 Maintain a log of all evidence
4 Identify potential witnesses and record initial statements
  • 4.1 Identify and record names and contact details of potential witnesses
  • 4.2 Record initial statement using appropriate recording practices
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVR38 DEFFOR002 Conduct initial electronic investigation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIA3 DEF43122 Certificate IV in Digital Forensics Qualification