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

PSPPROC405C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Dispose of assets

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPPROC405C - Dispose of assets
Description This unit covers the disposal of assets effectively, and focuses on gaining a return from sales. It includes identifying assets for disposal, developing and implementing an asset disposal strategy, and evaluating asset disposal.In practice, disposing of assets overlaps with other generalist and specialist public sector work activities, such as upholding and supporting the values and principles of public service or local government, identifying and treating risks, exercising delegations, applying government processes, encouraging compliance with legislation in the public sector or local government, planning procurement, developing and distributing requests for offers, selecting providers and managing contracts.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to people who may have to organise or carry out the disposal of assets as part of their role.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Procurement and Contract Management.
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: Identify assets for disposal.
  • Assets are identified for disposal in accordance with legislation, policy and organisational needs.
       
Element: Develop a strategy for the disposal of assets.
  • Potential market value of assets is determined in accordance with policy, practice and public sector standards.
  • Case for expending resources to add value to assets prior to sale is evaluated and decisions are made according to organisational policy and procedures.
  • Options for disposal are investigated and the method providing maximum return is determined in the context of policy, probity requirements and desired outcomes.
  • Disposal requirements for special categories of assets are taken into account, including environmental and corporate social responsibility issues.
  • Stakeholders are consulted about disposal strategy and their feedback is incorporated.
       
Element: Implement a disposal strategy.
  • Goods are written off and disposed of according to approved disposal plan, policy, probity requirements and organisational/industry practice.
  • Records of disposal activity are maintained for audit and evaluation purposes according to policy and practice.
       
Element: Evaluate asset disposal.
  • Disposal of assets is evaluated against expected outcomes, including forecast market value of assets, and is documented according to policy and guidelines.
       


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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to dispose of assets consistently and in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

use different methods to identify assets for disposal

develop a strategy for the disposal of assets that considers all relevant disposal options

develop a disposal strategy, which may be from a template

implement a disposal strategy

review the disposal activity and make recommendations about improvements that could be implemented in future disposals

act within own delegations and refer issues to higher authority when necessary.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated by providing evidence of undertaking a range of relevant work tasks in an actual or simulated procurement environment on at least two separate occasions.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.

Access may be required to:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to disposing of assets

codes of conduct and codes of practice

workplace scenarios and case studies relating to a range of procurement activities associated with disposal of assets

case studies that incorporate dilemmas, and probity requirements relating to disposal of assets.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

questions to assess understanding of relevant legislation and procedures

review of strategies and approaches adopted for disposal of assets

review of disposal plans, plans for disposing of specific classes of assets, budgets, contracts, risk assessments and other documentation prepared by the candidate in a range of contexts

review of stakeholder engagement approaches adopted by the candidate.

In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate.

Guidance information for 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.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV417A Identify and treat risks

PSPGOV421A Exercise delegations

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPPROC411A Plan procurement

PSPPROC412A Develop and distribute requests for offers

PSPPROC413A Select providers and develop contracts

PSPPROC414A Manage contracts.


Submission Requirements

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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.

Required skills

communication skills to:

prepare documentation and audit trail for disposed assets

communicate and network with a range of audiences, such as clients, suppliers, stakeholders and end users

provide feedback

teamwork skills to:

work independently or under direction as appropriate to the situation

model team leadership approaches if appropriate

respond to diversity

refer issues to the correct person

problem-solving skills to:

read complex, formal documents, such as legislation and guidelines and apply them to asset disposal

make judgements to provide maximum return from asset disposal

planning and organising skills to:

manage projects relating to asset disposal

manage financial and other resources in the context of asset disposal

research information about asset disposal

self-management skills to:

apply workplace safety and environmental and sustainability procedures in the context of asset disposal

apply probity requirements in relation to the disposal of assets

learning skills to keep up-to-date with relevant procurement legislation, policies and procedures

technology skills to:

operate organisational IT systems

use electronic procurement templates

Required knowledge

commonwealth, state or territory, and local government procurement guidelines

requirements of financial rules and regulations relating to asset disposal

legal aspects of disposals

disposal approval processes

implications of particular contracting agreements for asset disposal

implications of asset disposal for whole-of-life considerations

options for government disposal

risk management procedures for disposal of assets

disposal requirements for special categories of assets

probity principles and issues

codes of conduct, codes of practice and standards of individual behaviour relating to disposal of assets

legislation, policy and procedures relating to asset disposal, including occupational OHS, environmental, sustainability and corporate social responsibility considerations

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Legislation and policies may include:

Commonwealth or state and territory legislation, including legislation that may apply specifically to disposal activities, such as environmental, hazardous materials, cultural and heritage

council rules and by-laws

organisational policies and practices

probity guidelines

Options for disposal may include:

controlled reclamation

public sale

auction

tenders

private treaty

trade-in

pre-priced sales

transfer to another government organisation

agents and brokers

conversion to training aids

destruction

transfer to museums

donation

Special categories of assets may include:

reusable and recyclable items

information technology equipment

vehicles

heritage and cultural interest items

arms and controlled defence and related goods

security classified material

intellectual property

staff housing

stores located overseas

buildings for removal

goods and services forfeited to the government

dangerous goods and hazardous materials

Stakeholders may include:

end users, customers or clients, and sponsors

current or potential providers or suppliers

technical or functional experts or advisers

commonwealth, state or territory, and local government departments

own organisation

other public sector organisations

employees, unions and staff associations

industry bodies

local communities

lobby groups

special user groups

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
Assets are identified for disposal in accordance with legislation, policy and organisational needs. 
Potential market value of assets is determined in accordance with policy, practice and public sector standards. 
Case for expending resources to add value to assets prior to sale is evaluated and decisions are made according to organisational policy and procedures. 
Options for disposal are investigated and the method providing maximum return is determined in the context of policy, probity requirements and desired outcomes. 
Disposal requirements for special categories of assets are taken into account, including environmental and corporate social responsibility issues. 
Stakeholders are consulted about disposal strategy and their feedback is incorporated. 
Goods are written off and disposed of according to approved disposal plan, policy, probity requirements and organisational/industry practice. 
Records of disposal activity are maintained for audit and evaluation purposes according to policy and practice. 
Disposal of assets is evaluated against expected outcomes, including forecast market value of assets, and is documented according to policy and guidelines. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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