Assessor Resource
DEFLAW005
Conduct a unit level investigation and prefer charges
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the skills required to conduct investigation and to prefer charges in accordance with the Defence Force Discipline Act (DFDA) performing the duty of an investigating officer.
This unit applies to those working as investigating officers who operate within the Australian Defence Force and prefer charges in accordance with the DFDA.
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.
Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing complex tasks in a broad range of contexts. If doubt exists concerning the authority or complexity to investigate a service offence then the Defence Investigative Authority (DIA) is to be contacted for advice. The DIA may deem it appropriate to conduct the investigation or may refer back to the commanding officer to deal with the matter.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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