POLINV030 — Conduct investigative interviews

1 Plan interviews

• 1.1Select interview approach in accordance with purpose of interview and individual being interviewed
• 1.2Analyse information and exhibits relevant to the interview to inform interview plan
• 1.3Identify elements of offences and defences to inform interview plan
• 1.4Identify evidence, exhibits and resources required to conduct interview
• 1.5Draft interview plan to achieve investigative objectives
• 1.6Identify needs of interview participants and plan approaches to engage appropriately

2 Conduct interview

• 2.1Brief stakeholders on roles and responsibilities during interview
• 2.2Implement interview plan in accordance with jurisdictional policies and procedures
• 2.3Continually assess information obtained to identify impact on interview and investigation
• 2.4Manage exhibits to support interview process and ensure continuity and integrity of evidence
• 2.5Confirm information gathered during interviews with interviewees to ensure accurate understanding
• 2.6Record characteristics, responses and behaviour of interviewees during interviews
• 2.7Adjust recording method in accordance with changing circumstances and factors

3 Use interview techniques

• 3.1Establish rapport with interviewees to facilitate flow of information
• 3.2Employ a range of interview techniques and communication methods to engage interviewees
• 3.3Modify interview strategies to adapt to changing circumstances and requirements
• 3.4Negate defences raised during interviews
• 3.5Engage internal/specialist resources to support interview objectives

4 Undertake post-interview process

• 4.1Record interview information for storage and archiving purposes
• 4.2Review interview conducted for quality assurance purposes
• 4.3Evaluate interview information to progress the investigation

What does an assessment tool for POLINV030 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for POLINV030 needs to address all 43 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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