Assessor Resource

PSPREG503A
Supervise and carry out complex inspections and monitoring

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to individuals in a range of regulatory work environments who typically work at an experienced, unsupervised level to carry out more complex inspections and monitoring with responsibility in a defined area that includes supervising other inspection and monitoring staff.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to supervise and undertake complex inspections and monitoring under enabling Acts and regulations.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this 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)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

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.

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms consistency of performance in supervising and carrying out complex inspections and monitoring. This will include evidence of:

supervising and carrying out at least three actual or simulated complex inspections and monitoring activities, on three separate occasions or for three different situations/contexts.

adhering to legal, ethical and organisational requirements relating to inspection and monitoring.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to a real or simulated workplace environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered while , including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine. Access is required to resources such as:

applicable legislation, policies and procedures

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of requirements for situations likely to be encountered

vehicles, equipment and materials generally present in an operational environment

personal protective equipment.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

demonstration

observation

written or oral questions

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Submission Requirements

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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 section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

demonstrating leadership and team management in the context of inspection and monitoring

undertaking observation and analysis

communicating with a diverse range of clients and staff

writing correspondence, submissions and reports, requiring discretion to determine appropriate content and style

dealing with referrals from other staff on matters that are more difficult, or of potential interest to external parties such as the media, public, political parties etc

using computers for word processing and manipulation of statistical data

operating workplace equipment

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment in the context of complex inspection and monitoring

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

public sector legislation including occupational health and safety, environment, privacy etc

organisational policy and procedures

inspection procedures

monitoring procedures

relevant responses to complex/serious non-compliance

enabling legislation

elements of an offence

equity and diversity principles

workplace and industry environment

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Activities may include:

inspections/examinations

monitoring

surveillance

focused and benchmark audit activities

remote monitoring

other compliance assurance activities

Procedures may include:

observation

handling procedures

sampling procedures

rejection procedures

storage procedures

disinfection procedures

treatment procedures

organisational guidelines and code of conduct

incident reporting procedures

safety procedures

emergency procedures

evacuation procedures

Resources and equipment may include:

inspection equipment

maps, plans

satellite imagery

aerial photographs

survey plans

spatial data and information

cameras

personal protective equipment - respirators, gloves, overalls, boots, hearing protection, goggles, masks etc

test kit equipment

recording equipment

measuring equipment

storage equipment/facilities

entry authority/warrant

Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment

compass

communication equipment

computers

vehicles - 2 or 4 wheel drive

Legislation may include:

Commonwealth legislation and regulations, for example:

Commonwealth Quarantine Act 1908, proclamations and regulations

Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code Act 1995

Customs Act 1901 and regulations

Wildlife Protection Act 1982

Export Control Act 1982

Imported Foods Act 1996

Occupational Health and Safety Act 1988

State/Territory and Local Government legislation and regulations, such as those relating to:

agriculture

horticulture

conservation and land management

fisheries

environmental protection

building

water

emergencies

international legislation/codes of behaviour

Inspections and monitoring activities may relate to:

aircraft

airfreight

animal products

animals

cargo

cereals

collection of biological specimens

disposal of organic waste

fresh produce

goods

land condition, such as:

topography

salinity

erosion

weed infestation

vermin infestation

fire hazard

over grazing

land improvements, such as:

fences

buildings

sporting or playground equipment

irrigation infrastructure

sewerage infrastructure

waterfront occupations

community structures

land usage

leases and other tenures, to ensure compliance with conditions

licence/permit compliance (e.g. vegetation clearing)

live fish

livestock

mail

mineral samples

passenger baggage

people

pests

plant products

plants

premises

properties

reserves and their use/s

survey activities to maintain readiness for district emergency plans

vector monitoring

vessels

Compliance programs may include:

audit

monitoring

treatment

containment

control

eradication

destruction

Non-compliance may include:

both routine and non-routine matters of a more complex or detailed nature, with discretion to determine appropriate action

referrals from other staff of matters that are more difficult, or of potential interest to external parties such as the media, public, political parties etc

Action may include:

advice

warning

formal notification of intent

infringement notices

improvement notices

supervisory orders

prohibition notices

on-the-spot fines

court prosecution

Records may include:

notes

case files

statistics

forms

notices (seizure notice, infringement notice, etc)

invoices

receipts

journey documentation

commercial documentation such as bills of lading, airway bills

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
Outputs and performance indicators for defined area of responsibility are identified and inspection and monitoring activities and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Procedures, timeframes, resources and equipment requirements for defined area of responsibility are determined in accordance with organisational and task requirements. 
Required resources/equipment are made available and the access/preparation of these is supervised in accordance with organisational and task requirements. 
Legislation and regulations are interpreted and input is provided into technical protocols and operational procedures as required. 
Risk management practices, occupational health and safety and environmental requirements are interpreted and explained to staff as required. 
Leadership is provided to deliver agreed outputs in accordance with the organisation's business requirements. 
Inspections and monitoring activities are planned and supervised, and program performance, resources and expenditure are monitored in accordance with organisational requirements . 
Compliance programs are planned, implemented and coordinated as required in accordance with set procedures and timelines. 
Assessments and performance management of inspection/monitoring staff are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Complex inspections and monitoring are carried out under general direction and contingencies are dealt with in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Legislative requirements, risk management practices, occupational health and safety and environmental requirements are applied in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Advice is provided on serious or complex matters referred by others, or situations resolved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Information/education is provided to achieve client compliance in accordance with organisational guidelines and legislative requirements relating to the seriousness of the possible breach. 
Further action is taken as a result of the failure to achieve compliance, in accordance with organisational guidelines and legislative requirements relating to the seriousness of the possible breach. 
Contraventions of relevant legislation are reported and recommendations for prosecutions are made in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
When required, court attendance and conduct requirements are fulfilled in compliance with organisational guidelines. 
Records are maintained and correspondence, submissions and reports are prepared in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Legislation and regulations are interpreted and information and advice are provided on policies, procedures, guidelines, technical and operational matters. 
On-the-job inspection/monitoring training is supervised and provided in accordance with organisational requirements. 

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