This unit describes the skills required to conduct investigative interviews with diverse participants, including the planning, conducting and recording of interviews and undertaking the post-interview process.

This unit applies to those working as police officers, generally in a designated investigation role, to obtain complete, accurate and reliable information related to investigations.

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 interview techniques, recording processes and codes of conduct.

Those undertaking this unit would demonstrate strong autonomy, accessing and evaluating support from a broad range of services. They would be required to possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills, investigative interviewing abilities and robust interpersonal skills. They also require complex task organisation and analysis skills in broad and unpredictable contexts.

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

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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
Select interview approach in accordance with purpose of interview and individual being interviewed
Analyse information and exhibits relevant to the interview to inform interview plan
Identify elements of offences and defences to inform interview plan
Identify evidence, exhibits and resources required to conduct interview
Draft interview plan to achieve investigative objectives
Brief stakeholders on roles and responsibilities during interview
Implement interview plan in accordance with jurisdictional policies and procedures
Assess information obtained continually to identify impact on interview and investigation
Manage exhibits to support interview process and ensure continuity and integrity of evidence
Confirm information gathered during interviews with interviewees to ensure accurate understanding
Record characteristics, responses and behaviour of interviewees during interviews
Adjust recording method in accordance with changing circumstances and factors
Brief stakeholders on roles and responsibilities during interview
Establish rapport with interviewees to facilitate flow of information
Record interview information for storage and archiving purposes

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