DEFCP002A
Apply knowledge of regulatory systems

This unit covers the competency required to analyse and apply knowledge of regulatory systems. The application of this knowledge is required by people who are not specialists in the field but need the knowledge to inform their decision making.The application of regulatory systems knowledge is specific to a variety of component processes in safety case activities.

Application

This unit was developed for Defence workers involved in the evaluation and review of safety cases but is applicable to all individuals who work in this field.

Typically these individuals must demonstrate the ability to work independently or as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Access and interpret relevant regulatory system information

1.1 Relevant regulatory system requirements are identified and obtained.

1.2 Obtained regulatory system information is analysed to determine the relevance and application to the organisation.

1.3 Outcomes of the analysis are formulated and recommendations relevant to technical regulatory requirements are determined.

2. Use knowledge of regulatory system

2.1 Regulatory system requirements and recommendations relevant to safety cases are applied in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

2.2 Effectiveness of the recommendations is assessed, reviewed and recorded in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

2.3 Recommendations are adjusted if required and documented for future application in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

apply organisational requirements relevant to regulatory systems

apply statutory requirements relevant to the regulatory systems

identify, interpret and analyse regulatory system requirements relevant to work being performed

use appropriate information technology and software

Required Knowledge

configuration management

organisational requirements relevant to regulatory systems

regulatory systems relevant to safety cases and safety systems

regulatory systems relevant to the work performed

safety case process

statutory requirements relevant to safety case, safety and regulatory systems

Evidence Required

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:

adhere to relevant compliance requirements

apply knowledge of the regulatory system to assist in work and to guide problem solving

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

computer and relevant software

legislation, guidelines, procedures and protocols relating to safety case processes

plans

workplace documentation


Range Statement

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.

Regulatory system may include:

Environmental

Financial

Health

Operational

Personnel and training

Safety

Shore infrastructure

Technical

Safety case is:

Term used to describe a sophisticated, comprehensive and integrated risk management system, which demonstrates how safety (and other forms of risk) has been considered with regard to any system or equipment throughout the life of the capability from definition through to disposal

As a report, a formal documented snapshot in time, demonstrating that due diligence has been given to the hazards associated with the introduction into service of new capability, documenting the system that facilitates the management of hazards

Organisational policy and procedures may include:

Australian Standards

International standards

Organisational instructions and standards


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.