This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake the prosecution in a trial for a fisheries management breach. It requires the ability to collect information, carry out enquiries, manage witnesses, arrange and conduct pre-trial hearings, examine prosecution witnesses, present arguments and undertake post-trial tasks.

The unit applies to individuals who work as senior fisheries compliance officers and act in an advocacy role to undertake prosecution functions in a trial. Fisheries compliance officers may not undertake prosecution duties in some states and territories.

Regulatory requirements may apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdictions for current requirements.