Assessor Resource

LGAWORK503A
Undertake project investigation

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.

This unit covers undertaking the research of a works project to determine scope and relevant stakeholders.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



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.

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Liaison with council and other customers is undertaken.

Design parameters are identified.

Impact of project on assets and environment is identified.

Context of assessment

May be assessed through:

on the job

simulated workplace environment

written assignment

short-answer test

oral questioning

observation

or any combination of the above.

Relationship to other units (prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.

Resource implications

In accordance with a range of variable requirements.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, 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

interpersonal communication techniques

time management

risk management

high level negotiation skills

presenting plans

collating data

research expertise.

Required Knowledge

assets network

design and drafting principles

related government bodies

contractual requirements

acts, regulations, standards and codes of practice

council budget cycle.

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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.

Requirements may include:

budget

project scope

facilities

regulations

user group needs

life cycle costing

environment management.

Surveys may include:

traffic counts

topographical survey

features survey

historical review

title boundaries

local knowledge

levels survey

cross-sectional

people opinion survey

detailing and locating services such as gas, water, electricity and telecommunications.

Drafting standards may include:

Australian standards code for building and engineering AS1100 - technical drawing

council requirements

council policies and standards.

Stakeholders may include:

community groups

related government bodies and authorities

internal council sections.

Relevant authorities may include:

roads and traffic authorities

gas

electricity

other utilities.

Affected parties may include:

business

community groups

residents.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Preliminary scope of project is confirmed and reviewed to ensure parameters meet current requirements . 
Detailed design parameters are specified to enable a complete design brief to be prepared. 
Surveys of existing conditions are undertaken that are relevant to the proposed works and that impact on the design parameters. 
Liaison with relevant statutory authorities and affected parties is undertaken to ensure works can be coordinated. 
The impact of works on existing assets and the environment is assessed through liaison with relevant and affected parties. 
An accurate, existing conditions plan is prepared from all collated data to enable a detailed design to proceed. 
An existing conditions plan is produced within regulatory and accepted drafting standards . 

Forms

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