Assessor Resource

PUAPOLIV001A
Manage police investigations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to people required to manage a police investigation. It involves planning and implementing strategies for the overall management of an investigation including establishing investigation aims/objectives, assessing risks and security, allocating tasks, selecting appropriate investigation methods and communication strategies, and establishing a case management system. It also requires the management of resources and information/records throughout the investigation and the review of outcomes to inform practice improvements.

The work outlined in this unit would typically be undertaken by a police investigator in a designated investigation role.

This unit covers the competency required to plan, document and allocate resources to manage and review police investigations effectively, in accordance with jurisdictional law, policies and procedures.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply 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

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

manage at least two investigations using an investigation plan to direct, manage, monitor and review the investigation.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competence in different situations or environments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or an environment that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered in the workplace, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine.

Specific resources for assessment

There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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

Required Skills

apply investigation methods and skills

communicate effectively in writing (prepare investigation plans, tactical plans resource bids etc.)

communicate effectively orally (listen, establish rapport, negotiate, resolve conflict)

manage resources (budgetary, human, physical resources and allocation/access)

Required Knowledge

applicable laws, policies and procedures pertaining to the conduct of investigations within own organisational environment

available resources which may need to be deployed to support the investigation

court procedures and evidentiary requirements

different types of criminal activity and their elements (such as general crime, theft, burglary, assault, drugs, fraud, homicide)

government and policy environments within which operations will be managed

investigation principles and case management systems, and range of contexts in which these can be applied

organisational policies and guidelines (such as relevant legislation; operational, corporate and strategic plans; operational performance standards; operational policies and procedures; organisational personnel and occupational health and safety practices and guidelines; organisational quality standards; organisation's approach to environmental management and sustainability)

security issues and classifications

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Investigations may include:

Operations

Criminal and/or coronial investigations

Investigation aims/objectives may include:

Apprehending and arresting offenders

Excluding suspects

Satisfying the coroner and providing material to assist the prosecution's case

Taking the investigation to logical conclusion

Investigation plan may include:

Actions the investigator may take

Aims of the investigation

Factors that may influence the investigation (such as people involved, evidence to be obtained, points to prove, defences/exculpations)

And may be formal or informal

Factors may include:

Age

Any information which impacts on the formulation of the investigation plan

Climatic conditions

Cost-benefit analysis Culture or mental capacity of subject/witnesses

Own courses of action

Own resources

Person of interest's likely course/s of action

Person of interest's resources

Political sensitivities

Time

Topography

Security plan may include:

Any plan to ensure the integrity of the investigation

Case management system:

Is defined by the organisation's operational practices

Operational documentation may include:

Affidavits

Briefing notes

Case management system documents

Crime reporting system documents

Declarations of major crime

Incident log

Investigation log

Investigational plans

Joint agency investigation agreements

Memoranda of understanding

Operational orders

Progress reports

Running sheets

Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Tactical appreciations

Target profiles

Terms of reference

Warrant applications

Recording procedures may include:

Material gathered for the purposes of evidence

Resource requirements may include:

Financial

Human

Physical

And may be internal or external in origin

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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
Investigation aims/objectives are clearly defined to provide operational focus 
Investigation plan is prepared which reflects analysis of all available factors to set directions for the investigation 
Risk assessments are conducted to identify investigational opportunities and limitations 
Security plan is formulated to address the investigation's security requirements 
Investigatory phases and tasks are prioritised to inform the sequence of activities and to provide for future review of the investigation process 
Methods to achieve the investigation's aims and objectives are authorised in accordance with organisational policies and guidelines 
Communication channels are established with appropriate personnel to facilitate contact in the conduct of the investigation 
Case management system is initiated to facilitate the planning, resolution and review of the investigation 
All relevant information is recorded in a timely, chronological and accurate manner and complies with organisational guidelines 
Operational documentation is compiled to provide an ongoing reference for operatives and a formal record for evidentiary purposes 
Security and evidentiary requirements are complied with via recording procedures 
Available resource requirements are identified and accessed to support the operation 
Contingency responses are identified that address resource limitations 
Resource usage is managed effectively to achieve the desired aim 
Investigation outcomes are reviewed against the aims and objectives specified in the investigation plan 
Procedures are reviewed for adherence to organisational policies and guidelines 
Post investigation procedures are completed to finalise the investigation 
Review outcomes are disseminated and where relevant used to inform future practice 

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