Assessor Resource
PUAPOLIV009A
Manage physical evidence
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
The correct management of physical evidence is a critical skill for investigators. This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to detect, seize and effectively handle physical evidence in a compliance context. It requires the identification and preservation of physical evidence including dealing with associated hazards, and the recording, collecting, labelling and appropriate storage of evidence in a way that maintains its continuity and integrity. It also requires recording evidence movements and the return, disposal or retention of evidence in accordance with organisational requirements.
This unit is not intended to cover the recording and collection of physical evidence by forensic specialists, which is covered by PUAPOLFC003B Detect, record and collect physical evidence.
This unit covers the competency required to manage physical evidence within an investigation process.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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