Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to complete a search of the public record. This involves planning and conducting the search, and obtaining and delivering the information according to instructions.
It applies to individuals who provide services to support legal practitioners, while under supervision. This unit underpins all units of competency in the Legal Services stream.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan search | 1.1 Arrange timelines for completing search and plan work 1.2 Identify appropriate information sources for completing the search and identify procedure for obtaining information from sources and clarify if necessary |
2. Conduct search | 2.1 Access and complete appropriate search request form accurately 2.2 Prepare monies to pay for search if necessary 2.3 Organise self or other person to lodge search request with the appropriate person/official at correct search location 2.4 Obtain record of lodgement |
3. Receive outcome of search | 3.1 Arrange process of obtaining information with the appropriate person/official 3.2 Organise self or other person to collect information from external agency in the arranged manner 3.3 File all records of expense 3.4 Check information to see that it meets identified needs and take appropriate follow |
4. Deliver information | 4.1 Deliver information intact to designated person 4.2 Identify and resolve difficulties within timelines 4.3 Document all activities, actions and outcomes and record time |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.2, 2.1, 3.4 | Recognises and interprets textual information to determine job requirements Checks information for accuracy |
Writing | 2.1, 4.3 | Completes forms legibly and correctly Prepares documentation that communicates information clearly and effectively |
Oral Communication | 2.3, 3.2 | Presents information using language and structure appropriate to the audience and context Uses listening and questioning skills to confirm understanding |
Numeracy | 1.1, 2.2, 4.3 | Calculates and records details of search fees and time estimates |
Navigate the world of work | 1.2 | Identifies and follows correct search procedures |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3 | Plans, organises and implements tasks to achieve required outcomes in a timely fashion Responds to routine problems directly related to own role Use digital tools and systems to access and enter information |
Sectors
Administration – Legal Services Administration