This unit describes the competencies required to conduct initial investigations, including managing incident scenes, gathering and assessing information and evidence, managing exhibits, interviewing participants, conducting searches and processing persons of interest.

This unit applies to those working in a policing environment, typically in a general duties role.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the current 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 preservation of evidence, collecting of information, handling of exhibits and lawful searches.

Those undertaking this unit would primarily work independently or under limited supervision, while performing specific tasks in a broad range of contexts. They would be required to apply decision making and problem-solving skills to interpret behaviours and develop solutions.

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

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Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. Non-essential conditions may be found in the POL Police Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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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
Assess situation to determine whether an investigation is required
Secure scene and evidence to facilitate investigation
Communicate resource requirements to internal and external stakeholders
Identify potential witnesses and persons of interest to support the investigation
Identify details of the scene for recording purposes
Handle exhibits to minimise contamination and maintain integrity
Adhere to continuity of evidence principles to preserve the evidentiary value of exhibits
Assess exhibits to determine whether further forensic analysis is required
Use evidentiary recording and collection equipment to manage and store exhibits
Assess risk to protect safety of self, colleagues and public
Plan search according to legislative requirements and resource constraints
Conduct search of person, vehicle or place in a safe and lawful manner
Assess situation to determine whether an investigation is required
Identify information that may be relevant to the investigation
Determine relevance of information to investigation
Handle exhibits to minimise contamination and maintain integrity
Develop an initial interview plan to obtain information and support investigation
Manage interview process in accordance with custody requirements
Assess risk to protect safety of self, colleagues and public

Assessment Cover Sheet

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