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

Required Skills

apply analytical techniques in particular application of logic and reasoning to identify and select avenues of inquiry and substantiate these choices

apply investigation methods and skills

apply operational safety techniques

communicate in writing provide clear comprehensive accurate and chronologically sequenced written documentation

communicate orally listen establish rapport negotiate resolve conflict

make decisions and solve problems

prepare and submit documents

Required Knowledge

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

case management systems and the range of contexts in which they can be applied

correct interpretation of all applicable laws policy and procedures

court procedures and evidentiary requirements in provision of briefs of evidence for use by the prosecution

different types of criminal activity and their elements

ethics professionalism and cultural diversity

general background appreciation of pathology

government and policy environments within which operations will be conducted

impact of the police role on individuals and groups regarding law enforcement

investigation principles and the range of investigation techniques available

legal and ethical considerations in investigations which involve juveniles and indigenous people

methods and process for subjectsuspect identification and profiling

relevant legislation

role and functions of other agencies who work with policing in the conduct of investigations

security issues and classifications

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

conduct investigations on at least two separate occasions in relation to different offences

developed at least one subject one suspect and one witnessvictim profile

finalise each investigation with a Brief of Evidence legal submission Coronial File or other relevant document

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 when gathering and managing evidence 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 andor 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 industryapproved 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

Investigations may include:

Unforeseen events may include:

All relevant personnel may include:

Briefing and debriefings may be:

Information sources may include:

Emerging technologies may include:

Information may be utilised in relation to:

Persons relevant to the investigation may include:

Avenues of inquiry may include:

Subjects may include:

Suspects may include:

Investigation techniques may include:

Movements may be determined by:

Actions may include:

Recommendations may include:

Relevant authorities may include:

Case management system:

Documents may include: