Section 8 - Competence

Question 1

When are rationales used?

Answer 1

In cases where the characteristics of a decision are not obviously evident they are written. They are needed in all decisions though

Question 2

What is the purpose of a rationale?

Answer 2

To support a decision or action, avoid a misunderstanding and demonstrate due diligence and clearly explain intent to be understood and implemented

Question 3

When is a rationale complete?

Answer 3

When along with the decision it is sufficient to meet the intended objectives

Question 4

A few things to be included in a quality rationale

Answer 4

Reasonable verifiable and measurable outcomes, risk and risk management, oredictions, history, science and policy, lack technical jargon, ojbective

Question 5

What are the two things that can require rationales?

Answer 5

Commitments and decisions

Question 6

Difference between result and strategy

Answer 6

Result is measuable or verifiable outcome, strategy is measurable or verifiable steps

Question 7

What is measuable?

Answer 7

Physical set of components that can be counted or described. Numberic

Question 8

What is verifiable?

Answer 8

Being able to establish truth, accuracy or reality of existence. Must be verified (outcome is the right thing or indicator) and verified if achieved.

Question 9

What is due diligence?

Answer 9

Taking all necessary steps tonensure those who question work see all appropriate factors considered and steps taken in professional manner- and also keeping files and documents etc

Question 10

Commitments should be… (4)

Answer 10

Verifiable, measurable, reasonable, achievable

Question 11

Three elements of professional care

Answer 11

Completeness clarity and correctness

Question 12

What are the three essential components of competence?

Answer 12

Knowledge, competence and professional care