Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PUAFIR405B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Collect, analyse and provide regulatory information

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PUAFIR405B - Collect, analyse and provide regulatory information
Description This unit covers the competency required to collect, analyse and provide information to support the achievement of the organisation’s emergency management objectives. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to personnel authorised by their agency to collect and analyse information related to organisations and businesses, and related building Acts, regulations, codes of practice, guidelines and planning requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify regulatory and other relevant information needs and sources
  • Regulatory information needs of individuals/managers/ person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU)/officers are determined and potential sources are identified.
  • Other information held by the organisation is reviewed to determine suitability and accessibility.
  • Plans are prepared to obtain information which is not available or accessible within the organisation.
       
Element: Collect and analyse regulatory and other relevant information
  • Information is collected and compiled using appropriate methods, within defined timelines, and to meet the needs of individuals/managers/PCBU/officers.
  • Information is collected in a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination.
  • Information is analysed to identify relevant trends and developments in terms of the needs for which it was acquired.
       
Element: Use management information systems
  • Management information systems are used to store and retrieve data for decision-making.
  • Technology available in the local work area/organisation is used to manage information.
       
Element: Record and support regulatory and other relevant information
  • Results of information gathering, analysis and synthesis are reported within specific timeframes and in accordance with defined organisational standards.
  • Results of information gathering, analysis and synthesis are reported and used to inform policy development and organisation decision-making.
  • Information gathered is disseminated to appropriate personnel within the specified timeframe.
       


Evidence Required

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 evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

effectively use information system/s to facilitate achievement of organisational objectives

author and present reports and submissions

collect, analyse and synthesise regulatory information.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or operational or simulated environment.

Specific resources for assessment

There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

analyse and record information

collect and collate information

communicate effectively

disseminate information

present information

use management information systems to store and retrieve data

write reports

Required Knowledge

information collection, collation, analysis and display techniques

information evaluation issues – accuracy, credibility, pertinence, relevance, reliability, validity

information storage requirements and methods

organisational reporting procedures

project management/research techniques

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.

Regulatory information may include:

building codes

dangerous goods codes

ministerial or cabinet policy and guidelines documents

planning requirements

relevant acts, regulations, codes of practice and guidelines

relevant standards

Potential sources may include:

databases

interviews

literature search

observation

research

surveys

Other information may include:

annual reports

articles and promotional material

briefing notes, ministerial inquires/responses

coronial inquiries

proposals, project plans

routine and complex reports and submissions

royal commissions

Appropriate methods may include:

categorising

comparing

indexing

integrating

linking

sorting

Analysis may include:

application of statistical methods

critical analysis

mathematical calculations

problem solving

Management information systems may include:

basic statistical information

client information

communication channels

computers

financial records

legislation, guidelines and awards

library

manuals

market trends

organisational, legal and policy materials

personnel resources

procedures

protocols

records management

registries and file records

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Regulatory information needs of individuals/managers/ person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU)/officers are determined and potential sources are identified. 
Other information held by the organisation is reviewed to determine suitability and accessibility. 
Plans are prepared to obtain information which is not available or accessible within the organisation. 
Information is collected and compiled using appropriate methods, within defined timelines, and to meet the needs of individuals/managers/PCBU/officers. 
Information is collected in a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination. 
Information is analysed to identify relevant trends and developments in terms of the needs for which it was acquired. 
Management information systems are used to store and retrieve data for decision-making. 
Technology available in the local work area/organisation is used to manage information. 
Results of information gathering, analysis and synthesis are reported within specific timeframes and in accordance with defined organisational standards. 
Results of information gathering, analysis and synthesis are reported and used to inform policy development and organisation decision-making. 
Information gathered is disseminated to appropriate personnel within the specified timeframe. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PUAFIR405B - Collect, analyse and provide regulatory information
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