This unit describes the skills required to select, set up, operate and maintain a portable audio recorder and associated equipment required for recording during an electronic forensic investigation. In an electronic forensic investigation the selection of recording equipment is dependent on the specific information required by the investigator. In the context of this unit equipment may include any domestic or commercial audio device used by the organisation, including microphones, mounts, organisational specialist equipment, computer equipment or software tools. Audio recording media may include audio tapes, flash drives, hard disk drives or solid state drives.This unit applies to those working in the gathering and analysis of electronic 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 WHS and the set-up and operation of a portable audio recorder.Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under indirect supervision, while performing routine tasks in a familiar context. 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.