Assessment Plan for TAEASS401: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

This document is an RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) assessment plan created for the TAEASS401 unit, which focuses on planning assessment activities and processes. The plan outlines the purpose of the assessment, target group, and context, emphasizing the use of RPL within a competency-based assessment system. The plan includes details about the specific needs of the assessed individual, personnel involved, and the required assessment information and evidence, such as references and how they will be used to address specific elements. The assessment involves written and practical components, with instructions and instruments for each. The document also includes a role play/scenario/observation task template and checklist, as well as an assessor guide, providing a comprehensive framework for the assessment process. This assignment is designed to assess the skills and knowledge of teachers with prior skills in assessing in VET and it is completed within the IVET Group, as part of the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment program.

Running head: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Human Resource Management
Name of the Student
Name of the University
Author Note

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Step 1 - Assessment Plan
ASSESSMENT PLAN
Unit name and code PUATEA004D Work effectively in a public safety
organisation
Purpose of the assessment This unit covers the competency required to manage own work
and to work effectively with other personnel in a public safety
organization.
This unit applies to a person who works in a public safety
organization and who is responsible for managing their own
work priorities and working with others.
Target group VET Students completing a course that this unit is part of
Context of assessment Training and Assessment Environment
Written as well as practical components assessment classroom
based
Specific needs of the cohort/individual being
assessed
All students have completed an LLN prior to their enrolment
There are some students who possess effective minor
difficulties. However, none of that is supposed to hinder their
ability for achieving competency in the unit.
Personnel involved in the assessment process? Amanda Armstrong
Assessment information and evidence requirements
Assessment methods
Assessment instruments required for
each method
Unit requirements
this meets (PC1.2,
PE2, KE4 etc.)
Written questions See mapping at end

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1 Written test Instructions for candidate
Marking guide for assessor
of document
2
Practical Tasks
Instructions
Company Policy & Procedures
Observation Check list
See mapping at end
of document
3 Group Discussion/Question Discussion/Question Guideline for the
assessor
Observation Checklist
See mapping at end
of document
Resources
Specialist support (if applicable/required)  Access to the internet and library
 After class programs
 Access to employees
 integration aids
Any tools or equipment required for
assessment
Desk, chair, computer
Any materials required for assessment Company policy and procedures folder
Any other resources required for assessment
(for example, supporting documentation)
Computer manual
Any human resources required for assessment
(for example, other workplace personnel,
clients/customers etc.)
Not required for this unit
Assessment arrangements
Timeline for assessment – when will each item
be assessed?
The two assessments will be completed within the delivery of
the unit

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How long will be given to each assessment? Written Assessment 30 mins
Written assignment 2 30 mins
Group Discussion 30 mins
Is integration of activities possible? The group discussion will lead into the practical assessment
Assessment arrangements continued
Work health and safety issues that may impact
on assessment activities being conducted
No additional health and safety issues are expected for this
assessment plan. It is expected that students will have a safe
environment at all times.
A sight safety assessment will be made as part of the group
discussion assessment
Privacy/confidentiality issues that may impact
on assessment activities/portfolios submitted
None at this stage as they will be handed to the assessor
directly
Any other issues that may impact on
assessment activities (for example,
sustainability)?
The practical assessment will be rescheduled if there is power
shortage
Any reasonable adjustments identified? Students may need additional time for assessments and this is
available if required
Where will assessment outcomes be recorded? All the students will be provided with a cover sheet where the
assessor will be able to record the feedback as well a the
outcome. The final results of the unit will be recorded in the
LMS
Date of each assessment to be
submitted/conducted
All assessments are to be submitted and conducted with the
time allocated for the unit.

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Step 2 - Assessment Instructions and Instruments
DEVELOP THE ASSESSMENT - Assessment Task Instructions
ASSESSMENT TASK INSTRUCTIONS
Unit code and title PUATEA004D Work effectively in a public safety organisation
Workplace/Location Classroom/ Simulated office environment
Purpose of assessment This unit covers the competency required to manage own work and to
work effectively with other personnel in a public safety organization. This
unit applies to a person who works in a public safety organization and who
is responsible for managing their own work priorities and working with
others.
Context of assessment Training and Assessment Environment
Written and Practical components assessment that are classroom based
Resources required for
assessment
Assessment Task 1
PC and Microsoft Office
Login details for IVET student portal
Pen or Paper
internet
Assessment 2

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ASSESSMENT TASK INSTRUCTIONS
Resources required:
PC and Microsoft Office
communication devices like phone or radio communication devices
Tables and chairs
Internet access
industry codes of practice
Safety considerations All the students are subjected to work within the classroom setting as well
a work under the supervision of the assessor during the exam.
All tasks needs to perform within a classroom and should be monitored by
the trainer all the time.
Students should be warned about the consequences of using the internet for
personal reasons.
Students should be warned in case any hazards are present in the room.
Instructions to the
candidate:
Assessment 1
In this assessment the students needs to go through a set of 10 questions as
well as write the correct answers in the space provided.

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ASSESSMENT TASK INSTRUCTIONS
The chief aim of the assessment is to assess the skills as well as knowledge
of the students gained throughout the course. The mentioned assessment is
comprised of a series of question that is being designed for allowing the
students to demonstrate competence in the unit
The mentioned test is a open book test and needs to be completed within
30 minutes
Resources required:
PC and Microsoft Office
Login details for IVET student portal
Pen and Paper
internet
Assessment 2
Students are required to effectively demonstrate the use of fire
extinguishing devices in a simulated scenario. Clear instruction will be
provided to them and they have to act on the basis of the information
provided. Along with this, they need to identify the factors that had the
potential to adversely affect the productivity and performance of the
organization. This information needs to note down in a paper. Next they
need to identify the specific supports needed and then communicate clearly

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to the appropriate person.
The mentioned test is a close book test and needs to be completed within
70 minutes
Resources required:
PC and Microsoft Office
fire extinguishing devices like fire extinguishers, break glass hammer, Fire
Extinguisher Gauge Wrench
communication devices like phone or video communication devices
Tables and chairs
Internet access
industry codes of practice
Conditions of Assessment
 Students must attempt all parts of each assessment task.
 For students’ performance to be deemed satisfactory in this
assessment task, they must satisfactorily address all the assessment
criteria. If part of this task is not satisfactorily completed students
will be asked to complete further assessment to demonstrate

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competence.
 Students will be provided feedback on their performance by their
Assessor. The feedback will indicate if they have satisfactorily
addressed the requirements of each task or indicate the task(s) not
satisfactorily addressed and indicate what tasks they must re-
attempt at a later date to demonstrate satisfactory performance.
 Students have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment
decisions if they feel they have been dealt with unfairly or have
other appropriate grounds for an appeal.
What needs to be
submitted?
Assessment task 1
Response to the written questions
Assessment task 2
Response to the simulated situations that will be provided to them.
Resubmission
In case any student is unable to gain satisfactory marks after his or her 1st
completed submission, he/she will be provided with a second chance of
resubmission. However, this time they have to work only on the questions

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they have not gained satisfactory marks.
Reasonable adjustments
(assessor to indicate
possible adjustments):
Students are encouraged for contacting their trainer prior to attempting this
task in case they do not understand any part of this task or in case they
have any learning issues/ requirement that may prevent them when
attempting any part of the assessment.
Assessor name Date
Assessor signature

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Role Play/Scenario/Observation Task Template
ROLE PLAY / SCENARIO/OBSERVATION TASK
Students are required to effectively demonstrate the use of fire extinguishing devices in a simulated
scenario. Clear instruction will be provided to them and they have to act on the basis of the information
provided. Along with this, they need to identify the factors that had the potential to adversely affect the
productivity and performance of the organization. This information needs to note down in a paper. Next
they need to identify the specific supports needed and then communicate clearly to the appropriate
person.
The mentioned test is a close book test and needs to be completed within 30 minutes
PC and Microsoft Office
fire extinguishing devices like fire extinguishers, break glass hammer, Fire Extinguisher Gauge Wrench
communication devices like phone or video communication devices
Tables and chairs
Internet access
industry codes of practice
Task 1: effectively using the fire extinguishing devices
Students are required to effectively demonstrate the use of fire extinguishing devices in a simulated
scenario. Clear instruction will be provided to them and they have to act on the basis of the information
provided. Along with this, they need to identify the factors that had the potential to adversely affect the
productivity and performance of the organization
Task 2: communicating clearly with appropriate individual
Students are required to note down the needs of the organization note = in a paper. Next they need to
identify the specific supports needed and then communicate clearly to the appropriate person.