Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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23/07/2026 1:07 AM AWST
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Develop and advise on government security procedures
Develop and advise on government security procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSEC403A
PSPSEC403A
State Code
C8319
C8319
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
40
Description
This unit covers interpretation of organisational data in the light of the organisation's security policy to identify the need for changed procedures, the development of the procedures and provision of advice. It includes interpreting security policy and legislation, analysing security-related data, developing procedures, and providing advice on government security matters.In practice, developing and advising on government security procedures may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as working ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, gathering and analysing information, exercising regulatory powers. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret security policy and legislation
- 1.1 Legislation impacting on security policy and procedures is identified and analysed.
- 1.2 The organisation's security policy is analysed in relation to risk identification, security management and security incidents.
- 1.3 Policy intent is confirmed and existing procedures impacted by the policy are identified and reviewed for consistency with the policy.
2. Analyse security-related data
- 2.1 Data is collected in a timely fashion in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 2.2 Data is analysed and its integrity confirmed.
- 2.3 Outcomes and trends are identified that need to be addressed through security procedures.
- 2.4 Any changes in organisational circumstances are determined and related security procedures are identified.
3. Develop procedures
- 3.1 Intended audience/s for procedures are identified and structure, language style and format are determined in accordance with organisational requirements.
- 3.2 Security procedures are developed to reflect changes in circumstances.
- 3.3 Procedures are developed in consultation with security plan developer/s, end users and organisational approval personnel.
- 3.4 Procedures are structured to take account of workplace diversity and meet organisational requirements.
- 3.5 Procedures are submitted and approved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
4. Provide advice on government security matters
- 4.1 Information and advice on security procedures and related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines are provided in accordance with organisational procedures.
- 4.2 Current organisational policies and directions are reflected in advice provided.
- 4.3 Intended use and consequences of advice are considered, and advice is communicated in a manner that addresses the requirements of stakeholders.
- 4.4 Any documentation provided is checked to ensure it supports the information and advice given.
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.
Legislation may include:
Commonwealth and State/Territory Acts and regulations
Data may include:
security records
incident reports
security risk management plans
files
email
Internet/intranet
electronic records
video images
graphics
notes
diary entries
telephone messages
pager records
fax records
Procedures may be:
agency specific
area specific
relating to specific activities or practices
Changes may be caused by:
restructure
changes to legal risks
changes in strategic direction
changes to legislation and whole of government policies
major shift in business or corporate goals or plans
key projects
Advice may be:
formal
informal
briefing
awareness session
preventative
post incident
written
oral
Stakeholders may be:
supervisors
managers
other areas within the organisation
other organisations
government
third parties
Legislation may include:
Commonwealth and State/Territory Acts and regulations
Data may include:
security records
incident reports
security risk management plans
files
Internet/intranet
electronic records
video images
graphics
notes
diary entries
telephone messages
pager records
fax records
Procedures may be:
agency specific
area specific
relating to specific activities or practices
Changes may be caused by:
restructure
changes to legal risks
changes in strategic direction
changes to legislation and whole of government policies
major shift in business or corporate goals or plans
key projects
Advice may be:
formal
informal
briefing
awareness session
preventative
post incident
written
oral
Stakeholders may be:
supervisors
managers
other areas within the organisation
other organisations
government
third parties
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:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
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)
development of and advice on government security procedures 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 the development of and advice on government security procedures
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when developing and advising on government security procedures
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 developing and advising on government security procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
development of and advice on government security procedures 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 procedures documentation
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:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
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)
development of and advice on government security procedures 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 the development of and advice on government security procedures
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when developing and advising on government security procedures
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 developing and advising on government security procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
development of and advice on government security procedures 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 procedures documentation
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWT40 | PSPSEC007 | Develop and advise on government security procedures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J293 | PSP41612 | Certificate IV in Government (Security) | Qualification |