• PSPGOV403B - Use resources to achieve work unit goals

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

PSPGOV403B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use resources to achieve work unit goals

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency PSPGOV403B - Use resources to achieve work unit goals
Description This unit covers organisation of available resources at a senior operative rather than managerial level to facilitate achievement of work unit objectives. It includes acquiring and applying available resources, monitoring and reporting on resource usage and maintaining resources.In practice, using resources to achieve work unit goals may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, gathering and analysing information, etc.This is one of 5 units of competency in the Working in Government and Management Competency Fields that deal with resources. Related units are:PSPGOV204B Access and use resourcesPSPGOV305B Access and use resources and financial systemsPSPGOV503B Coordinate resource allocation and usagePSPMNGT602B Manage resourcesThis unit replaces and is equivalent to PSPGOV403A Use resources to achieve work unit goals.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Working in Government.
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Acquire and apply available resources
  • Available resources are identified and gaps filled in accordance with work unit plans.
  • Procedures are applied that promote efficient, economical and effective allocation and distribution of resources.
  • Acquisition and storage of resources is carried out in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures.
  • Resource handling is undertaken in accordance with established work practices and guidelines, including occupational health and safety and security requirements.
       
Element: Monitor and report on resource usage
  • Trends on resource usage are monitored and reported in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Records of resource usage are maintained in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance.
  • Relevant financial and resource management systems are operated in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • Resource shortfalls are identified and recommendations made to address these.
       
Element: Maintain resources
  • Resources are maintained in accordance with manufacturers' and organisational guidelines and service contracts.
  • Maintenance of resources is organised to facilitate work practices and outcomes.
  • Contingency plans are developed to ensure operational continuity.
       


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 specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV402B Deliver and monitor service to clients

PSPGOV404B Develop and implement work unit plans

PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information

PSPGOV408A Value diversity

PSPGOV412A Use advanced workplace communication strategies

PSPGOV413A Compose complex workplace documents

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPOHS401B Implement workplace safety procedures and programs

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of Employability Skills as they relate to this unit

use and maintenance of resources in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines relating to resource usage, storage and maintenance

workplace technology for resource ordering, managing and financial requirements

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when using resources to achieve work unit goals

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment, or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when using resources to achieve work unit goals, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

use and maintenance of resources in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time).

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations.

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

demonstration

portfolios

projects

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses.

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.


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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

applying legislation, policy and guidelines relating to resource usage, storage and maintenance

using a range of communication methods with a diverse range of people including maintenance contractors, work unit members, managers etc on a range of resource related matters

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

monitoring outcomes

applying public sector legislation, including occupational health and safety and environmental requirements in the context of resource usage, storage and maintenance

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to resource usage

operational procedures for accessing, storing, maintaining and using resources

security and fraud control guidelines

stock handling procedures

occupational health, safety and environmental and sustainability requirements in the context of resource usage, storage and maintenance

equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Resources may include:

knowledge, information and other intellectual resources

human resources

finances

facilities

equipment

stock and supplies

Work unit plans may include:

resource plans

project plans

daily plans

budgets

business plans

Procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

financial and accounting procedures and reporting requirements

audit and legislative requirements

Legislation, organisational policy and procedures may include:

State/Territory and Commonwealth legislation and regulations such as:

public sector management acts

financial management acts

privacy legislation

freedom of information

copyright

equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination and harassment legislation

occupational health and safety legislation

consumer legislation

environment and sustainability legislation.

risk management guidelines

ethics and accountability standards

public sector standards

fraud control standards

government security standards

organisational policy, procedures and protocols

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
Available resources are identified and gaps filled in accordance with work unit plans. 
Procedures are applied that promote efficient, economical and effective allocation and distribution of resources. 
Acquisition and storage of resources is carried out in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures. 
Resource handling is undertaken in accordance with established work practices and guidelines, including occupational health and safety and security requirements. 
Trends on resource usage are monitored and reported in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Records of resource usage are maintained in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance. 
Relevant financial and resource management systems are operated in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Resource shortfalls are identified and recommendations made to address these. 
Resources are maintained in accordance with manufacturers' and organisational guidelines and service contracts. 
Maintenance of resources is organised to facilitate work practices and outcomes. 
Contingency plans are developed to ensure operational continuity. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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