Assessor Resource

POLFOR025
Process forensic evidence

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills required to conduct and facilitate the analysis of forensic evidence.

This unit applies to those working as police staff involved in forensic examination.

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 related to work health and safety (WHS).

Those undertaking this role would work autonomously while remaining responsible for reporting to senior staff. They would demonstrate adaptability across a broad range of contexts while performing a range of complex tasks.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Evaluate exhibits

1.1 Inspect exhibits to ensure integrity has not been compromised.

1.2 Assess case information and exhibit to determine sequence of examination.

1.3 Prioritise examination of exhibits in accordance with investigation requirements.

2. Handle exhibits

2.1 Complete documentation in accordance with evidentiary requirements.

2.2 Record information using jurisdictional information management systems.

2.3 Store exhibit to ensure continuity, integrity and security.

3. Facilitate examination by forensic practitioners

3.1 Assess evidence to identify examination requirements.

3.2 Liaise with stakeholders to ensure relevance of examinations.

3.3 Communicate examination requirements to forensic practitioners.

3.4 Coordinate logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners.

3.5 Document movement of exhibits to ensure continuity, security and integrity.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

evaluating exhibits to determine examination requirements, including sequence and priority

handling exhibits to preserve continuity of evidence

using jurisdictional information management systems

communicating with stakeholders to facilitate and ensure relevance of examinations

coordinating logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

jurisdictional legislation, policies and procedures relating to forensic examination, workplace health and safety, quality systems and exhibit management and handling

role and function of forensic discipline specialists in the examination of forensic evidence

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Consideration must be given to holistic assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Evaluate exhibits

1.1 Inspect exhibits to ensure integrity has not been compromised.

1.2 Assess case information and exhibit to determine sequence of examination.

1.3 Prioritise examination of exhibits in accordance with investigation requirements.

2. Handle exhibits

2.1 Complete documentation in accordance with evidentiary requirements.

2.2 Record information using jurisdictional information management systems.

2.3 Store exhibit to ensure continuity, integrity and security.

3. Facilitate examination by forensic practitioners

3.1 Assess evidence to identify examination requirements.

3.2 Liaise with stakeholders to ensure relevance of examinations.

3.3 Communicate examination requirements to forensic practitioners.

3.4 Coordinate logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners.

3.5 Document movement of exhibits to ensure continuity, security and integrity.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

evaluating exhibits to determine examination requirements, including sequence and priority

handling exhibits to preserve continuity of evidence

using jurisdictional information management systems

communicating with stakeholders to facilitate and ensure relevance of examinations

coordinating logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

jurisdictional legislation, policies and procedures relating to forensic examination, workplace health and safety, quality systems and exhibit management and handling

role and function of forensic discipline specialists in the examination of forensic evidence

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Consideration must be given to holistic assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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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
Inspect exhibits to ensure integrity has not been compromised. 
Assess case information and exhibit to determine sequence of examination. 
Prioritise examination of exhibits in accordance with investigation requirements. 
Complete documentation in accordance with evidentiary requirements. 
Record information using jurisdictional information management systems. 
Store exhibit to ensure continuity, integrity and security. 
Assess evidence to identify examination requirements. 
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure relevance of examinations. 
Communicate examination requirements to forensic practitioners. 
Coordinate logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners. 
Document movement of exhibits to ensure continuity, security and integrity. 
Inspect exhibits to ensure integrity has not been compromised. 
Assess case information and exhibit to determine sequence of examination. 
Prioritise examination of exhibits in accordance with investigation requirements. 
Complete documentation in accordance with evidentiary requirements. 
Record information using jurisdictional information management systems. 
Store exhibit to ensure continuity, integrity and security. 
Assess evidence to identify examination requirements. 
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure relevance of examinations. 
Communicate examination requirements to forensic practitioners. 
Coordinate logistics of examination with other forensic practitioners. 
Document movement of exhibits to ensure continuity, security and integrity. 

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