List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
on at least two occasions process a workers compensation claim
on at least two occasions coordinate the rehabilitation or return to work process for an individual.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
process sick leave claims
coordinate rehabilitation needs and return to work program including
identifying breaches
liaising between the claimant, workers compensation authority, rehabilitation provider, doctor and workplace
determining the extent to which the program meets its objective in respect to timeframes, success rates, cost and impact on the organisation
assist in conducting a risk analysis of a return to work program and mitigate identified risks including
apply relevant legislation to return to work programs.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
key aspects of rehabilitation concepts and return to work procedures
relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects rehabilitation and return to work programs
role of Workers’ Compensation authorities and tribunal procedures
methods to process claims.
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.
This includes access to:
workplace documentation and resources relevant to performance evidence
relevant workplace policies and procedures
relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.