Finalise and report on investigations

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PSPREG419A, 'Finalise and report on investigations'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Finalise and report on investigations' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Finalise investigation

1.1 Administrative requirements for finalising the investigation are completed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

1.2 Investigative requirements for finalising the investigation are undertaken in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures and public sector standards.

1.3 Recovery action is considered and the decision is recorded in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

1.4 Management is advised on the outcome of the investigation.

1.5 Confidentiality of information gathered in the investigation process is maintained where appropriate.

2. Handle complaints and appeals

2.1 Complaints and appeals are received and dealt with in accordance with legislation, organisational policy and procedures for complaint handling.

2.2 Legislation relating to complaints and appeals and the potential role of the ombudsman are considered, and responses are timely and provided in accordance with their requirements, when applicable.

3. Prepare an investigation report

3.1 A finalisation report is prepared in relation to the findings and submission of evidence.

3.2 The report is prepared with recommendations for subsequent action, if relevant.

3.3 The report is prepared in accordance with organisational requirements for content and format, and is referred to management and media liaison in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

3.4 Self-assessment of the conduct of the investigation is undertaken and verbal and written briefings are provided in accordance with organisational requirements, highlighting successful processes and outcomes and suggesting future improvements.

4. Use investigation outcomes

4.1 External organisations are informed of outcomes if applicable and this action documented.

4.2 Organisational systems are updated regularly to contribute investigation results to statistics, trends and precedents.


Qualifications and Skillsets

PSPREG419A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA42109 - Certificate IV in Public Safety (Intelligence Operations)
  • PSP41504 - Certificate IV in Government (Investigation)
  • PSP41404 - Certificate IV in Government (Statutory Compliance)
  • PSP41804 - Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance)
  • PSP41812 - Certificate IV in Government (Road Transport Compliance)
  • DEF42112 - Certificate IV in Intelligence Operations
  • PSP41412 - Certificate IV in Government (Statutory Compliance)
  • PSP41512 - Certificate IV in Government (Investigation)