Assessor Resource

PSPGEN004
Access and use resources

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to use resources to achieve work objectives. It includes accessing and using resources and administering physical resource usage.

This unit applies to those working in generalist or specialist roles across the public sector.

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 as part of a team or autonomously, performing routine tasks in familiar contexts.

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

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


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.

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. Access and use resources

1.1 Identify and access resources required to achieve work outcomes.

1.2 Use resources efficiently and effectively.

2. Administer physical resources

2.1 Obtain and maintain supplies and materials required to support the operation of the workgroup.

2.2 Maintain records of resource usage as required by the organisation or work unit.

2.3 Process orders promptly.

2.4 Store supplies and materials appropriately to protect against theft and fraudulent activity.

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.

keeping records

reading legislation and operational procedures related to resources and finances

completing and processing orders

securing information and resources

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.

public sector legislation and operational procedures relating to accessing and using resources

security requirements for resources, facilities, people and information

principles of fraud control in the public sector

principles of financial management and stock handling

work health and safety requirements

environmental and sustainability requirements

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

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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. Access and use resources

1.1 Identify and access resources required to achieve work outcomes.

1.2 Use resources efficiently and effectively.

2. Administer physical resources

2.1 Obtain and maintain supplies and materials required to support the operation of the workgroup.

2.2 Maintain records of resource usage as required by the organisation or work unit.

2.3 Process orders promptly.

2.4 Store supplies and materials appropriately to protect against theft and fraudulent activity.

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.

keeping records

reading legislation and operational procedures related to resources and finances

completing and processing orders

securing information and resources

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.

public sector legislation and operational procedures relating to accessing and using resources

security requirements for resources, facilities, people and information

principles of fraud control in the public sector

principles of financial management and stock handling

work health and safety requirements

environmental and sustainability requirements

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

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

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify and access resources required to achieve work outcomes. 
Use resources efficiently and effectively. 
Obtain and maintain supplies and materials required to support the operation of the workgroup. 
Maintain records of resource usage as required by the organisation or work unit. 
Process orders promptly. 
Store supplies and materials appropriately to protect against theft and fraudulent activity. 
Identify and access resources required to achieve work outcomes. 
Use resources efficiently and effectively. 
Obtain and maintain supplies and materials required to support the operation of the workgroup. 
Maintain records of resource usage as required by the organisation or work unit. 
Process orders promptly. 
Store supplies and materials appropriately to protect against theft and fraudulent activity. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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