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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for complex hearings
   • Examine court roster and cause list to identify jurisdiction, number of judiciary and status of case.
   • Locate and check existing glossaries, running sheet and previous transcripts including information specific to the case or jurisdiction.
   • Check resources and allow sufficient time to set up before proceedings begin.
   • Ensure special requirements for relief recorders and standby equipment have been implemented.
2. Prepare for audio and/or visual recording
   • Set up and check microphone and/or recording equipment and cabling.
   • Approach counsel at the bar to establish clear identification for audio purposes.
   • Obtain case information and scan court file for relevant information.
3. Undertake audio and/or visual recording of complex proceedings
   • Operate and monitor recording equipment to achieve and maintain high-quality recording.
   • Maintain court protocols, particularly while dealing with legal representatives and responding to queries regarding the transcript.
   • Clarify proceedings during adjournments.
   • Advise supervisor when court is completed or adjourned.
   • Process and secure audio materials in readiness for handover.
   • Transfer audio materials to court reporters.
4. Prepare for complex hearings
   • Examine court roster and cause list to identify jurisdiction, number of judiciary and status of case.
   • Locate and check existing glossaries, running sheet and previous transcripts including information specific to the case or jurisdiction.
   • Check resources and allow sufficient time to set up before proceedings begin.
   • Ensure special requirements for relief recorders and standby equipment have been implemented.
5. Prepare for audio and/or visual recording
   • Set up and check microphone and/or recording equipment and cabling.
   • Approach counsel at the bar to establish clear identification for audio purposes.
   • Obtain case information and scan court file for relevant information.
6. Undertake audio and/or visual recording of complex proceedings
   • Operate and monitor recording equipment to achieve and maintain high-quality recording.
   • Maintain court protocols, particularly while dealing with legal representatives and responding to queries regarding the transcript.
   • Clarify proceedings during adjournments.
   • Advise supervisor when court is completed or adjourned.
   • Process and secure audio materials in readiness for handover.
   • Transfer audio materials to court reporters.

Performance Evidence

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.

applying legislation, regulations and policies relating to audio recordings of complex court proceedings

producing high-quality audio/visual recording

monitoring proceedings in two or more types of courts

managing a large personal workload

working effectively under pressure using time-management skills

setting up and operating portable audio-recording equipment

producing high-quality transcripts of audio recordings with 99% accuracy at a speed of up to 120 words per minute depending on jurisdiction

dealing effectively with a diverse range of people

obtaining clarification of proceedings if necessary

responding to queries about transcript in court

gathering and analysing information

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Knowledge Evidence

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.

legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and practice relating to audio recordings of complex court proceedings

procedures relating to public sector legislation, including WHS and environment, in the context of audio recording complex court proceedings

roles and functions of courts

courts administration structure

principles of judicial independence

court procedures and protocols

legal terms and abbreviations

general knowledge of places and terms

English language, spelling, punctuation and grammar

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