ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Review planning documents for public reserves

1.1 The purpose of the planning document is established.

1.2 The planning document is reviewed and assessed according to statutory and organisational procedures.

1.3 Documentation associated with the review is prepared and directed, following organisational best practice requirements.

2. Inspect reserves

2.1 The need/reason to undertake the inspection is confirmed.

2.2 Inspection activities are undertaken in compliance with occupational health and safety legislative requirements.

2.3 Issues that require action are identified and noted.

2.4 The outcome of the inspection and actions to be implemented are documented and directed in accordance with organisational practices and procedures.

3. Attend meetings

3.1 Information and resources required for the meeting are ascertained and gathered prior to the meeting.

3.2 The issues addressed at the meeting are communicated in a clear and concise manner.

3.3 The matters dealt with at the meeting are confined to the listed agenda.

3.4 The desired outcomes are successfully negotiated.

3.5 Any required actions are implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

4. Prepare submissions/ reports

4.1 The purpose of the submission/report is established.

4.2 Information is gathered and presented in accordance with the organisational procedures and standards.

4.3 Submission/report is directed to the appropriate personnel for endorsement/approval.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

writing reports to organisational standards

communicating with people of different ages, genders, culture and language backgrounds

resolving conflict

facilitating meetings

mediating during meetings

identifying risks to public safety on reserves

identifying land management problems

reading building plans

interpreting strategic planning/zoning documents

identifying public reserve issues in a development application

interpreting aerial photographs

applying public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment in the context of reserves management

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislation relating to Crown reserve administration and land management

planning legislation

strategic plans relating to reserves management

land management principles and practices

meeting procedures and protocols

conflict resolution

mediation/facilitation

site identification and location

building approvals

development applications

planning and land use/zoning principles

organisational delegations

public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment in the context of reserves management

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

PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals

PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLAND405A Administer public reserves

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

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 the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

monitoring reserves management 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 protocols relating to reserves management

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when monitoring reserves management

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 monitoring reserves management, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

monitoring reserves management 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:

case studies

portfolios

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

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.

Planning documents may be:

plan of management

environmental impact statement

review of environmental effects

subdivision application

building application

development application

local environmental plan

regional environmental plan

Organisational procedures may include:

occupational health and safety requirements

organisational policy with regard to public reserves inspection

organisational policy in reviewing planning documents

Organisational procedures may be specified in:

office practice guidelines

workplace notices

computer training manuals

statutory regulations

procedural manuals

legislation

An inspection may be for:

risk management

land management issues

funding application

funding expenditure

proposed development

conflict resolution/mediation

routine monitoring

Meetings may be for:

focus group meeting

user group meeting

trust board

committee of management ordinary meetings

A submission/report may be for:

Minister's approval/concurrence

application for funding

risk assessment/management

waiver of land assessment

development approval

land acquisition for a public purpose