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

LGAREGS303B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Enforce legislation to achieve compliance

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGAREGS303B - Enforce legislation to achieve compliance
Description This unit covers the enforcement of legislation to achieve compliance.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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 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: Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and voluntary compliance
  • Infringements issued are correct, complete and able to be justified in court.
  • Legislation can be explained when required.
  • Voluntary compliance is understood and used to inform decision making regarding breaches.
  • Voluntary compliance is achieved in negotiations with members of the public.
       
Element: Detect possible breaches
  • Possible breaches are detected and recorded in accordance with legislative and council requirements.
       
Element: Investigate alleged breaches
  • Relevant details are checked and accurately recorded.
  • Information is assessed and an appropriate decision is made in accordance with legislation and council policies and procedures.
  • Consultation is conducted to achieve a resolution.
  • Options and legislation are explained to the offending party.
  • Practical suggestions are combined with fair and legal action to achieve compliance.
       
Element: Report outcomes of actions taken to achieve compliance
  • Report describing actions and related incidents is produced in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
       


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 unit's skill and knowledge requirements 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

The demonstrated ability to:

investigate complaints

detect breaches

issue notices

compile reports

provide accurate information

Context of assessment

on the job or in a simulated work environment

written or oral test

role-play.

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 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 collected over time across a range of variables.

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated environment with access to:

compliance issues

legislation

procedures

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

numeracy, including calculations of time, fractions and proportions for sampling

negotiation and mediation

investigation

communication with diverse groups

conflict resolution

personal safety in an enforcement environment

reading and interpreting legislation

incident report writing, including providing factual and clearly expressed information

Required Knowledge

relevant legislation

council policies and procedures

local area and facilities

options for action

types of notices

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.

Legislation may include:

federal

state or territory

local controls

Breaches may include:

parking offences

abandoned vehicles

unauthorised use of vehicles

dog nuisances

swimming pools

general by-laws and local laws

overgrown allotments

litter

pollution

environmental

businesses operating outside permitted hours

illegal land use

fires

illegal landfill

Information may include:

written records

signage

oral reports

interviews

reports from other services and specialists

police

media

supervisors and management team

team meetings

colleagues

public

traders and customers

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
Infringements issued are correct, complete and able to be justified in court. 
Legislation can be explained when required. 
Voluntary compliance is understood and used to inform decision making regarding breaches. 
Voluntary compliance is achieved in negotiations with members of the public. 
Possible breaches are detected and recorded in accordance with legislative and council requirements. 
Relevant details are checked and accurately recorded. 
Information is assessed and an appropriate decision is made in accordance with legislation and council policies and procedures. 
Consultation is conducted to achieve a resolution. 
Options and legislation are explained to the offending party. 
Practical suggestions are combined with fair and legal action to achieve compliance. 
Report describing actions and related incidents is produced in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

LGAREGS303B - Enforce legislation to achieve compliance
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LGAREGS303B - Enforce legislation to achieve compliance

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