Application
This unit describes the skills required to use resources to achieve work objectives. It includes accessing and using resources and administering physical resource usage.
This unit applies to those working in generalist or specialist roles across the public sector.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work as part of a team or autonomously, performing routine tasks in familiar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Access and use resources | 1.1 Identify and access resources required to achieve work outcomes. 1.2 Use resources efficiently and effectively. |
2. Administer physical resources | 2.1 Obtain and maintain supplies and materials required to support the operation of the workgroup. 2.2 Maintain records of resource usage as required by the organisation or work unit. 2.3 Process orders promptly. 2.4 Store supplies and materials appropriately to protect against theft and fraudulent activity. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
keeping records
reading legislation and operational procedures related to resources and finances
completing and processing orders
securing information and resources
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
public sector legislation and operational procedures relating to accessing and using resources
security requirements for resources, facilities, people and information
principles of fraud control in the public sector
principles of financial management and stock handling
work health and safety requirements
environmental and sustainability requirements
Assessment Conditions
This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Competency Field
General