Unit Descriptor This unit covers the competency to plan, document and allocate resources to manage and review investigations effectively, in accordance with commonwealth and/or jurisdictional law policy and procedures.
Application of the Unit This unit applies to people required to manage investigations. It involves planning and implementing strategies for the overall management of an investigation including establishing investigation aims/objectives, assessing risks and security, allocating tasks, selecting appropriate investigation methods and communication strategies, and establishing a case management system. It also requires the management of resources and information/records throughout the investigation and the review of outcomes to inform practice improvements. The work outlined in this unit would typically be undertaken by personnel involved in a designated investigation role. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.