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

LGAGOVA412A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare council for legal proceedings

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGAGOVA412A - Prepare council for legal proceedings
Description This unit covers preparing council for court hearings.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit/s
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: Prepare material for court hearings
  • Full and detailed evidence is collected and collated to ensure all aspects are covered.
  • Court proceedings and protocols are adhered to in accordance with jurisdiction involved.
  • A solicitor's brief is prepared, where required, that identifies all relevant facts, sections of appropriate legislation and detailed evidence.
  • A submission is prepared that supports and protects council's position and interests.
       
Element: Prepare staff for court hearings
  • Briefings are held with solicitor and industrial officer as required.
  • Arrangements are made to ensure relevant employees are available for access and information.
  • Any negotiation parameters are clearly identified prior to court process.
  • Employees involved in the court process on council behalf are briefed.
       


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.

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Court protocols are adhered to.

Solicitor's brief is prepared.

Employee briefing is conducted.

Materials for court are prepared.

Negotiation parameters are identified.

Context of assessment

On the job or in a simulated work environment.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

Prerequisite units: nil.

Co-requisite units: nil.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources:

information on court requirements and protocols

materials to be used for court

copies of relevant legislation governing the offences

resources to be used as evidence including reports, photos, surveys, minutes of meetings, relevant documents and examples of relevant solicitor's briefs.

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

brief writing: coherent structure that shows connections between facts

adapting spoken language to present a summary of facts and law points to employees, solicitor or industrial officer

locating relevant sections and reading and interpreting legislation.

Required Knowledge

specialised legal terminology

court proceedings and protocols

relevant litigation

relevant council procedures

relevant legislation.

Hidden text

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.

Litigation may include:

breaches of parking

dog act

health

litter

fire prevention

planning and building

environmental

damages

summary offences

off-road vehicles

industrial.

Evidence may include:

reports

photos

surveys

minutes of meetings

relevant documents.

Solicitor's brief may include:

use by council or solicitor.

Hidden text

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
Full and detailed evidence is collected and collated to ensure all aspects are covered. 
Court proceedings and protocols are adhered to in accordance with jurisdiction involved. 
A solicitor's brief is prepared, where required, that identifies all relevant facts, sections of appropriate legislation and detailed evidence. 
A submission is prepared that supports and protects council's position and interests. 
Briefings are held with solicitor and industrial officer as required. 
Arrangements are made to ensure relevant employees are available for access and information. 
Any negotiation parameters are clearly identified prior to court process. 
Employees involved in the court process on council behalf are briefed. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

LGAGOVA412A - Prepare council for legal proceedings
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

LGAGOVA412A - Prepare council for legal proceedings

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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