Assessor Resource

SFICOMP204B
Present evidence in a court setting

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


When a person provides evidence of non-compliance to agencies that have the authority to prosecute, that person may be required as a witness to present the evidence in a judicial or quasi-judicial setting.

The observations will not relate to seized items.

This unit of competency involves participating in courtroom procedures and protocols and presenting evidence in court relating to observations.

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)

Employability Skills

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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 provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

present information in a judicial or quasi-judicial setting

present evidence in a clear and logical manner in keeping with courtroom protocols and procedures.

Assessment must confirm knowledge of:

courtroom protocols and procedures

rules of evidence.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment is to be conducted in a workplace or in a simulated courtroom environment.

Resources may include:

courtroom setting

evidence relevant to the brief

prosecution brief.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of practical demonstration

oral questions and answers

role-play.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

presenting evidence in a clear and logical manner in a judicial or quasi-judicial setting

reviewing evidence

communicating clearly and concisely.

Literacy skills used for:

recording briefing details

preparing statements.

Required knowledge

agency policies and procedures relating to evidence

court room procedures and protocols

roles and responsibilities of officers of the court

rules of evidence.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Briefing may include:

telephone

written correspondence.

Evidence may include:

equipment or fish samples

expert opinion

field notes

logbooks and entries

photographs and drawings

records of conversations, including:

email

face to face

telephone

relevant documents

reports.

Policies and procedures may include:

internal memorandums

minutes

organisational guidelines

prosecutor's notes and instructions

quality standards

relevant legislation

standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Protocols may include:

forms of communication

preparation of statement

recognised codes of practice

respect for people and the office held

standard of dress.

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
Briefing arrangements are confirmed prior to briefing. 
Evidence and relevant documentation required at briefing are confirmed with prosecutor or representative. 
Evidence and relevant documentation are accurate and presented at briefing in a clear and concise manner. 
Briefing details are recorded and documented and required actions are completed according to prosecutor instructions. 
Confirmation is sought confirming judicial proceedings, including responsibilities and roles. 
Evidence and documentation to be presented are prepared according to prosecutor instructions and organisational policies and procedures. 
Familiarisation with judicial protocols and procedures is undertaken. 
Evidence to be presented is reviewed for completeness. 
Evidence is accurate and presented in court in a clear and concise manner. 
Judicial protocols and procedures are adhered to. 
Prosecutor's instructions throughout proceedings are followed. 
Advice and opinions are provided as requested. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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