Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

DEFCM116C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Provide advice on service discipline law

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCM116C - Provide advice on service discipline law
Description This unit covers the competency required to provide advice to subordinates on the procedural aspects and practical application of service discipline law (SDL) as it relates to the Defence Force Discipline Act (DFDA) in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).While advisors will be under the commander's direction, they must have authority to act independently.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit only applies to members of the ADF who have or will have responsibility for subordinates.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for the provision of advice on service discipline law
  • Circumstances that require the provision of advice on service discipline law are identified in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Circumstances are analysed and research is conducted within scope of own responsibility.
       
Element: Provide information on service discipline law
  • Words or actions constituting common service offences against the DFDA for which a service member may be charged and convicted by a service tribunal, are correctly identified as required.
  • Privileges of witnesses are explained as required.
  • Subordinates areadvised of the judicial process, documentation requirements and the legal rights of a service member.
  • Procedures applying to offenders in custody are explained to subordinates as required.
  • Professional standards to be applied in the administration of a summary proceedings are explained to subordinates as required.
  • Post-tribunal procedures are explained to subordinates as required.
  • Subordinates are informed of the role and jurisdiction of a discipline officer, disciplinary infringements, punishments available to a discipline officer and the rights of an accused.
       
Element: Demonstrate procedural aspects related to the administration of a service tribunal
  • Subordinates are shown how to prepare for proceedings including the preparation of personal statements.
  • Duties of a recorder are explained and demonstrated to subordinates as required.
       


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, 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:

to provide advice that is relevant and appropriate to the circumstances

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of situations that could be expected in the workplace.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment conducting an inquiry.

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Required Skills

communicate effectively orally (conduct briefings, respond to questioning, listen, reflect)

undertake research

Required Knowledge

ADF judicial policies and procedures for service tribunals

application of DFDA to service members

composition and content of the Defence Law Manual (DLM) and other relevant law including offences under the DFDA and the principles

equity and diversity

nature and limits of Defence jurisdiction

work health and safety (WHS)

origin and structure of the Defence legal system

risk management

role, duties and powers of a discipline officer

scales of punishment

service tribunal procedures and processes

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.

Circumstances may include:

complaints

events arising that may disclose a service offence

periodic information briefings

seeking information

seeking referral

Standard procedures may include:

provisions of the Defence Act and the DFDA

regulations, orders and instructions made under the Defence Act and the DFDA

standard operating procedure

standing orders

Subordinates are advised may include:

during summary proceedings

when being charged

when being questioned

Documentation may include:

investigating officer’s reports

medical and other specialist reports

statutory declarations

witness statements

Legal rights may include: procedures for

arrest

custody

summons

Procedures applying to offenders in custody may include:

appearance

bearing

code of ethics

confidence

dress standards

impartiality

integrity

language

respect for people and office held

Post-tribunal procedures may include:

appeal for review or redress

implementation of tribunal orders such as custody or for confiscation or destruction of property

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
Circumstances that require the provision of advice on service discipline law are identified in accordance with standard procedures. 
Circumstances are analysed and research is conducted within scope of own responsibility. 
Words or actions constituting common service offences against the DFDA for which a service member may be charged and convicted by a service tribunal, are correctly identified as required. 
Privileges of witnesses are explained as required. 
Subordinates areadvised of the judicial process, documentation requirements and the legal rights of a service member. 
Procedures applying to offenders in custody are explained to subordinates as required. 
Professional standards to be applied in the administration of a summary proceedings are explained to subordinates as required. 
Post-tribunal procedures are explained to subordinates as required. 
Subordinates are informed of the role and jurisdiction of a discipline officer, disciplinary infringements, punishments available to a discipline officer and the rights of an accused. 
Subordinates are shown how to prepare for proceedings including the preparation of personal statements. 
Duties of a recorder are explained and demonstrated to subordinates as required. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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