FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE FNB99

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FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE – FNB99

General Insurance Competency Standards

This is Volume 5 of a 13-volume set. This volume should not be used in isolation but in the context of the complete set for the Financial Services Training Package.

The material contained within this volume is part of the endorsed component of the financial services training package endorsed by the National Training Quality Committee in June 1999 and agreed by Ministers. This Training Package is to be reviewed by 30 June 2003.

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MODIFICATION HISTORY – ENDORSED MATERIALS

Please refer to the National Training Information Service for the latest version of Units of Competency and qualification information (http://www.ntis.gov.au).

Financial Services Training

Package – FNB99

Sheet: 1 of 1

Ve rs io n D a te o f R e lease A u thor is ation Comments 4 July 2003 NTQC Addition of Superannuation

Standards. Three new qualifications in Superannuation

3.00 October 2002 NTQC

Update of all Competency Standards; Addition of ASIC Standards, Financial Planning Standards; addition and revision of Accounting Standards; Revision of Qualifications Framework and Core Competency Units.

2.00 July 2001 NTQC

Addition of Conveyancing Standards and changes to general Insurance Standards. Six new qualifications, four in General Insurance and two in Conveyancing sector.

1.00 June 1999 NTFC Primary release

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INTRODUCTION

This document details the outcomes of a review of the general Insurance competencies within the Financial Services Industry training package.

The review was conducted within the National Finance ITAB's coverage and has included extensive input and validation from Industry bodies and relevant associated sectors affected by changes. The review was driven by Industry sector organisations like the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), the Australian Insurance Institute (AII), Insurance Manufacturers of Australia (IMA), with strong

representative input from the Financial Services - Insurance sector.

The development and endorsement of these competency standards and a qualifications framework for general insurance will provide:

• a career path for those working in general insurance and • a nationally consistent framework for training programs.

Competency standards allow for the recognition of existing skills of those working in the industry, and they may be used for development of job descriptions and to determine the training needs of companies and individuals.

The Australian Insurance Institute (AII) is the major provider of training for general insurance, and the outcomes of this project have the support of AII. The AII’s training programs will be adjusted so that they are in line with the competency standards and qualifications pathways developed by the project.

Thanks go to the industry based steering committee that oversaw the project of reviewing these competency standards and ensuring they met the needs of industry.

Phil Turton Insurance Manufacturers of Australia Alan Mason Insurance Council of Australia Fran Scarlett Futurestaff

Catherine Chaffey National Finance ITAB

Eddie Hardman ANTA

Joan Fitzpatrick Australian Insurance Institute

Bronwyn Travers Australian Insurance Institute

John Irvine TAFE NSW, Business ESD, Sydney Institute of Technology Rilda Mossop National Finance ITAB

Ian Graves QBE Insurance Group Ltd

Alan Jones Wesfarmers Federation Insurance Ltd

Paul Simpson HCF

Lisa McDonald Workcover Victoria

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General Insurance

Units of Competency

National Code

FNBGEN01A

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FNBGEN24A

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FNBGEN01A - PARTICIPATE IN NEGOTIATION

FNBGEN01A Participate

in

negotiation

Stream: General Insurance

National Code: FNBGEN01A

Unit Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to take part in negotiations either as an individual or as a member of a team. It includes effective negotiation techniques and planning and preparing for the negotiation and finalising agreement.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan the negotiation a) The purpose of the negotiation is clarified, including the content and the desired outcome/s.

b) The approach to be taken is determined based on analysis of strength and weakness of position and the most appropriate negotiating style.

c) The consequences of not reaching agreement are identified and other alternatives determined. d) All information relevant to negotiation is collected,

analysed and organised to support the selected approach.

2. Conduct the negotiation

a) Effective presentation, speaking, listening and questioning techniques are used to persuade and convince the other party of the strength of the argument put forward.

b) The negotiation is conducted in a professional manner, including showing respect for those with whom

negotiations are conducted.

c) Effective techniques for dealing with conflict and breaking deadlocks are used where required.

d) The agreed position is confirmed and the understanding of the final position by all parties checked.

3. Finalise the outcome a) The agreement is confirmed and accurately

documented, including timelines for agreements to be implemented, if appropriate.

b) The outcome of the negotiation is evaluated and further action to be taken determined, if required.

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RANGE OF VARIABLES

VARIABLE SCOPE

Purpose of the negotiation

Purpose of the negotiation may include:

• Settlement of an insurance claim • Terms and conditions of a contract • Roles and responsibilities

• Terms and conditions of employment

Sources of strength Sources of strength may include:

• Legal and regulatory requirements

• Detailed knowledge of policy wording and coverage • IR power

• Contacts and influence • Control of resources

Negotiating styles Negotiating styles may include:

• Collaborative • Competitive • Subordinate

Effective questioning techniques

Effective questioning techniques may include:

• Asking open questions (allow a range of responses) • Asking closed questions (answer of yes or no)

• Asking reflective questions (allowing the speaker to clarify

their answer) Effective presentation

skills

Effective presentation skills may include:

• preparing for presentation

• presenting facts in a logical sequence

• speaking clearly and using appropriate vocabulary • using active listening skills and providing opportunities for

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Deadlock breaking techniques

Techniques for breaking deadlocks may include:

• Restating the position

• Clarifying the positions of both parties • Deferring the decision

• Summarising the progress to date • Calling in a third party

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Critical aspects of evidence:

The ability to make constructive contribution to a negotiation, and the ability to recognise and use good negotiation techniques are critical to the judgement of competence in this unit.

Interdependent assessment of units:

This unit may be assessed independently or in conjunction with other appropriate units.

Underpinning knowledge may include:

• Research techniques such as knowledge of sources of information • Company systems and processes

• knowledge of policies and policy wording

Underpinning skills may include:

• Communication

• Presentation and questioning skills

• Research skills, analysis and evaluation, accessing information from a range of sources,

using the internet, libraries and specialist databases

• The ability to analyse and organise information

This unit requires the ability to read and interpret insurance policy documents, surveys, reports, claims and related documents. Interpretation of statistical information may be needed.

Resource implications:

Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include routine commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.

Consistency in performance:

Competency in this unit is demonstrated by constructive contribution to five negotiations, formal or informal, covering a range of situations involving different types of problems and clients.

Context for assessment:

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the General Insurance Industry context and should cover aspects of personal/financial responsibility and accountability. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements. Key competencies: Communi-cating ideas and information Collecting, analysing and organising information Planning and organising activities Working with others in a team Using mathe-matical ideas and techniques Solving problems Using technology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

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FNBGEN02A - EVALUATE RISK FOR RENEWAL

FNBGEN02A

Evaluate risk for renewal business

Unit Description: This unit describes the competencies used in evaluating the risk for renewal business including gathering the risk information, and reviewing and assessing it against appropriate risk criteria.

1. Obtain information on risk

a) Information is gathered in accordance with company guidelines, on risk changes since prior acceptance, if required

b) Any claims on risk are identified

c) Information is gathered on client history if applicable d) Surveys / reports are commissioned if applicable to risk e) Exception reporting is utilised if applicable

f) Compliance requirements are adhered to in all cases

2. Review risk information a) Information is reviewed to determine its relevance and reliability

b) Any claims on risk are checked and documented

c) Compliance with risk management conditions is checked

3. Assess information against established risk criteria

a) Risk acceptance criteria/net retentions are checked for any changes over past period

b) Risk information is compared against risk acceptance criteria and procedures to assess acceptability of risk c) Liaison with other internal departments is conducted to

assess impact on business if applicable

d) Risk assessment data is documented according to company policy and procedures

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Legislation and industry guidelines

All activities covered in this unit to be undertaken in line with the relevant current:

• Legislation • regulations

• company operating procedures and • Code of Practice, where applicable

Sources of information Sources of information include:

• Proposals

• Customer duties of disclosure and renewal • Surveys • Broker slips • Amendments • Assessor reports • Claims • Telephone contacts • Stock exchange

Client history Client history may include:

• Time insured • Claims records

• Number and type of policies • Financial results

Reports Pre-underwriting reports are usually computer reports on

policy premiums and claims, but may also include reinsurance requirements and changes in the physical risk exposure.

Risk acceptance criteria Risk acceptance criteria may include:

• minimum security levels • class of business • claims history

• driving and/or accident history • locality

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Critical aspects of evidence to be considered:

Comprehensive understanding of the industry sector and all legal obligations and company procedures in order to identify and thoroughly assess risks, and develop suitable products.

This unit can be assessed independently, however it may be assessed with other appropriate units for example:

FNBGEN 3A Underwrite renewal business FNBGEN 6A Survey potential risk exposure FNBGEN 8A Issue contract of insurance

FNBGEN 22A Issue contract of insurance in non routine situations

• Common law, legal systems and procedures

• Insurance Contracts Act, Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act, Trade Practices Act, other

statutory requirements

• Interim cover as it relates to expiry of contracts and cancellations (Insurance Contracts Act

s.38, 58)

• Company policy, procedures, underwriting guidelines and authorities • Detailed knowledge of company products

• Industry sector compliance requirements such as the General Insurance Code of Practice • Risk prevention methods and application

• Industry market position relative to product/line of business • Company or industry sector policy wording

• Relative industry hazards

• Reinsurance, treaty and facultative

• Statutory hazard, health and safety legislation per industry

Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:

• Policy interpretation and application

• Ability to describe terms and conditions of insurance contracts to customers • Hazard identification and assessment

• Application of technically acquired skills • Price application

• Risk assessment • Report writing • Negotiation

This unit requires the ability to read and interpret insurance policy documents, surveys, reports, claims and related documents. Interpretation of charts and statistical data may be needed.

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Resource implications:

Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.

Competency in this unit is demonstrated by accurate evaluation of the risk for five examples of renewal business covering a range of different situations, clients and types of business.

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the General Insurance Industry context. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment. Aspects of competency, including the attainment of relevant knowledge and skills, may be assessed in a relevant workplace, a closely simulated work environment, or other appropriate means that clearly meet industry competency requirements.

Key competencies: Communi-cating ideas and information Collecting, analysing and organising information Planning and organising activities Working with others in a team Using mathe-matical ideas and techniques Solving problems Using technology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

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FNBGEN03A - UNDERWRITE RENEWAL BUSINESS

FNBGEN03A Underwrite

renewal

business

Unit Description: This unit describes the competencies used in underwriting renewal business, including determining the terms and conditions of risk acceptance evaluating the response of the customer, negotiating and finalising the cover.

1. Determine terms and conditions of risk acceptability

a) Risk assessment information is identified and reviewed a) Risk acceptability is determined within authority

limitations

b) Terms and conditions of risk acceptability are checked for changes since the last time it was reviewed for underwriting

c) Terms and conditions of risk acceptance are determined in accordance with risk acceptance criteria

d) If appropriate, alternative terms or adjusted benefits are proposed

2. Communicate result of risk assessment

a) Offer of renewal, if applicable, is made in accordance with legislative requirements

b) Provisional notice of expiry issued to customer c) Renewal is declined, if applicable, in accordance with

legislative provisions

3. Evaluate client response

a) Client response is assessed to determine whether action to modify terms and conditions is required

b) Offer is modified as necessary and advice to client is prepared according to operating procedures

c) Offer complies with underwriting acceptance authorities and criteria, or an appropriate referral approval is sought

4. Negotiate agreement a) Negotiation is undertaken on revised offer to reach

mutually satisfactory agreement

b) The client is advised of acceptance or rejection of the risk according to operating procedures (including information on dispute resolution procedure if necessary)

5. Cancel/lapse or renew cover

a) Revised documentation is issued to client in company format and according to company operating procedures and legislative requirements

b) Reinsurance cover is confirmed as appropriate c) Lapse notice is issued to client if applicable, in

accordance with company procedures

d) Documentation is filed and stored according to operating procedures

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Conditions of risk acceptability

Terms of conditions of risk acceptability may include:

• excesses / deductibles • variations in policy wording • risk improvement requirements • quality of risk

• pricing

• internal and industry statistics • risk factors

• endorsements • claims history • warranties • reinsurance cover

Client history Client history may include:

• Time insured • Claims records

• Number of type of policies • Financial results

Declining renewal Declining renewal means advising client/ broker /agent of non-acceptance of risk.

Revised documentation Revised documentation includes endorsement or renewal certificate.

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Comprehensive understanding of the industry sector and all legal obligations and company procedures in order to identify and thoroughly assess risks, and develop suitable products.

This unit can be assessed independently, however it may be assessed with other appropriate units for example-

FNBGEN 2A Evaluate risk for renewal business FNBGEN 3A Underwrite renewal business FNBGEN 6A Survey potential risk exposure FNBGEN 8A Issue contract of insurance

• Insurance Contracts Act, Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act, Trade Practices Act, other

statutory requirements

• Interim cover as it relates to expiry of contracts and cancellations (Insurance Contracts Act

s.38, 58)

• Company policy, procedures, underwriting guidelines and authorities

• Industry sector compliance requirements such as the General Insurance Code of Practice • Detailed knowledge of company products

• Risk prevention methods and application

• Statutory hazard, health and safety legislation per industry, or other compliance requirements • For NZ- 1977 and 1985 Insurance Law Reform Acts and other relevant legislation

• Policy interpretation and application • Hazard identification and assessment • Application of technically acquired skills • Price application

• Risk assessment • Negotiation • Use of the internet

• This unit requires the ability to read and interpret insurance policy documents, surveys, reports,

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Competency in this unit is demonstrated by accurate underwriting of five examples of renewal business covering a range of different situations and products.

Key competencies: Communi-cating ideas and information Collecting, analysing and organising information Planning and organising activities Working with others in a team Using mathe-matical ideas and techniques Solving problems Using technology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

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FNBGEN04A - EVALUATE RISK FOR BUSINESS

FNBGEN04A

Evaluate risk for business

Unit Description: This unit describes the competencies used in evaluating risk for new business including gathering the risk information, and reviewing and assessing it against appropriate risk criteria.

Element Performance criteria

1. Identify and obtain risk information

a) All sources of risk information are identified, gathered and recorded and deficiencies rectified

b) Information is reviewed to determine its relevance and reliability and the integrity of its source

c) Data is formatted for easy access

d) Compliance requirements are adhered to in all cases

2. Assess Information Against Established Risk Acceptance Criteria

a) All relevant risk information is assessed to determine if it is comprehensive and pertinent to the nature of the risk b) Surveys / reports are reviewed and commissioned if

applicable to risk

c) Data on risk exposure from survey report is interpreted d) Risk information is compared against risk acceptance

criteria and company capacity to assess and accept risk e) Liaison with other internal departments is conducted to

assess impact on business if applicable

f) Proposed amendments to company wording are reviewed and compared to acceptance criteria g) Risk assessment data is documented according to

company policy and procedures

3. Issue a quotation a) Quote based on all the risk assessment data is prepared and communicated if required

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• Proposals • surveys • previous insurers • legal cases • broker slips • amendments • pre-underwriting report • claims • telephone contacts • stock exchange • general knowledge

• publications (industry associations and trade journals) • insurance reference services

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Conditions of risk assessment

Terms of conditions of risk assessment may include:

• pricing

• warranties • endorsements • claims history

• adequate reinsurance cover • additional exclusions • sub-limits

• extensions

Reports Pre-underwriting reports are usually computer reports on

policy premiums and claims, but may also include reinsurance requirements and changes in the physical risk exposure.

Comprehensive understanding of the industry sector and all legal obligations and company procedures in order to identify and thoroughly assess risks, and develop a suitable policy.

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Interdependent assessment of units:

This unit may be assessed independently, however demonstration of competency in conjunction with other units such as:

FNBGEN 5A Underwrite new business FNBGEN 6A Survey potential risk exposure FNBGEN 8A Issue contract of insurance

FNBGEN 20A Review operational performance of portfolio

• Common law, relevant legal systems and procedures, for example, Insurance Contracts Act,

Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act, Trade Practices Act; Interim cover as it relates to expiry of contracts and cancellations (Insurance Contracts Act s.38, 58)

• Company policy, procedures, underwriting guidelines and authorities for example: Best

underwriting and loss control guides)

• Industry sector compliance requirements such as the General Insurance Code of Practice • Knowledge of company products

• Risk prevention methods and application

• Statutory hazard, health and safety legislation per industry

• Policy interpretation and application • Hazard identification and assessment

• Ability to describe terms and conditions of insurance contracts to customers • Price application

• Risk assessment • Negotiation

• This unit requires the ability to read and interpret insurance policy documents, surveys, reports

and related documents. Interpretation of charts and statistical data may be needed. Resource implications:

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Consistency in performance:

Competency in this unit is demonstrated by accurate evaluations of risk in five examples of new business covering a range of customers and types of business.

Key competencies: Communi-cating ideas and information Collecting, analysing and organising information Planning and organising activities Working with others in a team Using mathe-matical ideas and techniques Solving problems Using technology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

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FNBGEN05A - UNDERWRITE NEW BUSINESS

FNBGEN05A

Underwrite new business

Unit Description: This unit describes the competencies used in underwriting new business including determining the terms and conditions of risk acceptance, evaluating the response of the customer, negotiating and finalising the cover.

1. Determine terms and conditions of risk acceptability

a) Risk assessment information is collected including determining the terms and conditions of risk acceptance, evaluating the response of the customer, negotiating and finalising the cover s identified and reviewed b) Risk acceptability is determined within authority

limitations and capacities

c) Terms and conditions of risk acceptance are determined in accordance with risk acceptance criteria

d) Determine referrals where appropriate

e) Facultative reinsurance placed where appropriate

2. Communicate result of risk assessment

a) Quotation, if required, is prepared and communicated b) Terms and conditions of risk acceptance, including

expiry date of offer and pricing , are advised to client within appropriate time frames

c) Rejection of risk, if applicable, is advised as soon as it is evident that the risk falls outside the guidelines or as soon as a decision is made not to underwrite the risk

3. Evaluate client response

a) Client response is assessed to determine whether action to modify terms and conditions is required

b) Offer is modified as necessary and advice to client is prepared according to operating procedures

c) Modified offer complies with underwriting acceptance authorities and criteria, or an appropriate referral approval is sought

4. Negotiate Agreement a) Negotiation is undertaken on revised offer to reach mutually satisfactory agreement, including charge to reinsurance where applicable

b) The client is advised of acceptance or rejection of the risk according to operating procedures

c) If conditions are placed on the acceptance of risk, establish a mechanism for checking that the conditions

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have been met

5. Issue Interim Cover Where Required

a) Disclosure requirements are adhered to in all cases b) Initial documentation is issued to the client in company

format and according to operating procedures c) Reinsurance cover is confirmed as appropriate d) Additional information is obtained as required e) Documents are filed and stored in accordance with

company operating procedures

f) Expiry of interim cover is monitored following standard operating procedures, to ensure that any required terms are met prior to issue of policy

• Proposals • Surveys • previous insurers • legal cases • broker slips • amendments • pre-underwriting report • assessor reports • claims • telephone contacts • stock exchange • general knowledge

• publications (industry associations and trade journals) • for NZ: the New Zealand Claims Register

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Conditions of risk acceptability

Terms of conditions of risk acceptability may include:

• pricing

• warranties • endorsements • claims history

• adequate reinsurance cover • additional exclusions • sub-limits

• extensions

Declining a risk Declining to accept a risk means advising a client or broker / agent of non-acceptance of risk.

Initial documentation Initial documentation includes any interim cover.

Client representation The client may be represented by an insurance broker or

agent. Letters of appointment will be necessary if there has been a change of agent or broker.

Disclosure Disclosure requirements may be met in a variety of ways

according to the way the business is written – eg. Proposal, telephone, facsimile, e-commerce.

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Comprehensive understanding of the industry sector and all legal obligations and company procedures in order to identify and thoroughly assess risks, and develop a suitable policy.

This unit can be assessed independently, however it may be assessed with other appropriate units such as:

FNBGEN 4A Evaluate risk for new business FNBGEN 6A Survey potential risk exposure FNBGEN 8A Issue contract of insurance

FNBGEN 20A Review operational performance of portfolio FNBGEN 22A Issue contract of insurance in non routine situations .

• Common law, relevant legal systems and procedures, for example, Insurance Contracts Act,

Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act, Trade Practices Act; Interim cover as it relates to expiry of contracts and cancellations (Insurance Contracts Act s.38, 58)

• Company policy, procedures, underwriting guidelines and authorities for example: Best

underwriting guides (BUG) and loss control guides

• Industry sector compliance requirements such as the General Insurance Code of Practice • Risk prevention methods and application

• Industry market position relative to product/line of business • Knowledge of company products

• Company or industry sector policy wording • Relative industry hazards

• Statutory hazard, health and safety legislation per industry, and other client requirements • Reinsurance

• Knowledge of e-commerce

• Risk assessment • Negotiation • Use of the internet

• This unit requires the ability to read and interpret insurance policy documents, surveys, reports

and related documents. Ability to calculate and estimate premiums and interpretation of charts and statistical data are also needed.

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Competency in this unit is demonstrated by accurate underwriting of five examples of new business covering a range of different situations and products.

Key competencies: Communi-cating ideas and information Collecting, analysing and organising information Planning and organising activities Working with others in a team Using mathe-matical ideas and techniques Solving problems Using technology 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

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FNBGEN06A - SURVEY POTENTIAL RISK EXPOSURE

FNBGEN06A

Survey potential risk exposure

Unit Description: The unit describes the skills used in surveying risk exposure including examination of risk, analysis of data, reporting and making recommendations specifying loss control measures.

1. Determine hazards and exposures

a) Comprehensive physical examination of risk is undertaken

b) Client and relevant third parties are interviewed to identify potential risk components

2. Analyse level of hazards and exposures

a) Risk type is assessed against known exposure factors b) Risk type is assessed for compliance with relevant

legislation and company policy

c) Acceptability of risk is determined within company underwriting requirements

d) Maximum probable loss is estimated where applicable

3. Report and recommend on condition of risk exposure

a) Condition and improvements to risk are fully documented according to company policy and procedures

b) Loss control measures as applicable are specified as a condition of risk acceptance and renewal

4. Monitor and review loss control measures

a) Loss control measures are followed up and recorded according to company policy and procedures b) Risk improvement is monitored against loss control

measures

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• Legislation • Regulations

• Company operating procedures and • Code of Practice, where applicable

Risks Risks may include:

• Property (including risk types) • Injury

• Casualty • Liability

Comprehensive physical examination

Comprehensive physical examination may include company standard risk procedures, as defined by individual insurers.

Company policy and procedures

Company policy and procedures may include diary-keeping procedures.

Reports Reports may be made to:

• Underwriters • Reinsurers • Clients • Third-parties

Hazard indicators Hazard indicators include:

• degree of quality control

• level of maintenance/housekeeping • construction standard of premises • risk management programs • security program

• adjoining occupations

• proximity to other business premises/remote locations • response times to services, such as fire/security/police • protection levels for fire and burglary

• incident reporting systems

• compliance with statutory requirements (storage and

licensing)

• management and staff attitude and commitment to safety

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Sources of information Sources of information may include previous claims or loss adjusters’ reports.

Relevant legislation Relevant legislation may include:

• Building Codes

• Safety and Hazardous Goods • Workers Compensation • And other industrial legislation

EVIDENCE GUIDE Critical aspects of evidence:

Comprehensive understanding of the industry and all legal obligations and company procedures in order to thoroughly assess risks. Competency may be underpinned by knowledge in another discipline, eg: engineering, accounting, risk management.

FNBGEN 2A Evaluate risk for renewal business FNBGEN 3A Underwrite renewal business FNBGEN 4A Evaluate risk for new business FNBGEN 5A Underwrite new business .

• Company policy, procedures, underwriting guidelines and authorities • Risk prevention methods and application

• Knowledge of company products • Relative industry hazards • Relevant legislative requirements

• Statutory hazard, health and safety legislation per industry • Industry market position relative to product/line of business • Reinsurance

• Industry compliance requirements

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EVIDENCE GUIDE Underpinning skills to be demonstrated may include:

• Risk assessment • Report writing • Negotiation • Organisation

• Data analysis and interpretation techniques • Interpersonal

• Basic computer literacy

This unit requires high levels of literacy and numeracy. It requires the ability to read and interpret policy documents, legislation and regulations, reports and related documents.

It requires the ability to interpret charts, graphs and statistical information and calculate/estimate premiums and claims.

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Competency in this unit is demonstrated by accurate assessment of and reporting on three potential risks covering a range of different situations and types of potential risk.

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FNBGEN07A - ISSUE RENEWAL / CANCELLATION ADVICE

FNBGEN07A

Issue renewal / cancellation advice

Unit Description: This unit describes the skills needed to issue notices covering renewal, cancellation or lapse of insurance following the company’s operating procedures.

1. Advise renewal / cancellation terms or lapse of insurance to client

a) Notices and information required by legislation and code of practice are provided within required time frames and according to operating procedures

2. Finalise renewal / cancellation or lapse terms

a) Terms of renewal / cancellation or lapse are finalised according to operating procedures and specified criteria b) Where necessary customer informed of lapse of policy c) All relevant documentation is completed promptly

according to operating procedures

d) Client follow-up, if applicable, is carried out and inquiries actioned according to company guidelines

Relevant legislation Relevant legislation includes:

• Insurance Contracts Act

• Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act • Code of Practice

• Trade Practices Act

Documentation Documentation includes:

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• cover notes • cancellations

• policy and renewals notices • invoices

• placing slips

• letters of advice of alteration of terms

Cancellation • Cancellation includes termination of insurance

• Lapse means non-renewal of a policy

The ability to make comply with industry Codes of Practice, a thorough approach to detail and following procedures accurately are critical to the judgement of competence in this unit.

This unit can be assessed independently, however it may be assessed with other appropriate units.

• Relevant legislation

• Company and departmental policy, procedures and authorities • Company and industry sector policy wording

• Knowledge of company products • IT and communication systems

• Basic industry sector compliance requirements

This unit requires the ability to read and interpret notices and forms relating to insurance renewals and cancellations.

• Basic computer literacy

• Ability to convey information about terms and conditions of insurance contracts to customers • Negotiation

• Organisation • Time management

Unless otherwise specified, there are no significant resource implications for assessment of this unit, apart from access to a relevant workplace or closely simulated office environment and the

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use of a range of office equipment, technology and consumables. These may include standard commercial computer hardware, software, telephones, facsimiles, and other relevant office equipment.

At minimum, issue of five examples of renewal information across a representative range of products, clients and conditions is required to assess this unit.

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FNBGEN08A - ISSUE CONTRACT OF INSURANCE

FNBGEN08A

Issue contract of insurance

Unit Description: This unit describes the competencies used in gathering the

necessary information and issuing a new policy/contract of insurance in response to requests for quotes, new policies, or interim cover (cover note) in standard situations. It also covers canceling a policy at the customer’s request.

1. Identify and clarify the customer’s request

a) Customer’s requirements are identified

b) All necessary information is elicited from the customer c) Data on insurance proposal is gathered within time lines

required by company

d) Underwriter’s terms and conditions are applied e) Risk information advised by client is verified f) Survey requirements are implemented if applicable

2. Issue insurance contact

a) Terms and conditions of contract are specified in line with company guidelines, policies and procedures b) If request falls outside the company guidelines, decision

is referred to the appropriate person

c) Contract documentation is completed and reviewed to ensure it meets legislative requirements

d) Contracts are checked for accuracy and omissions according to operating procedures

e) Cover note, quote, or new insurance contract is issued following company operating procedures and dispatched to customer

f) Contract documentation is accurately filed in accordance with operating procedures

g) If requested by customer, policy is cancelled and documentation dispatched to customer

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Relevant legislation Relevant legislation may includes:

• Insurance Contracts Act

• Insurance (Agents and Brokers) Act • Code of Practice

• Trade Practices Act

• For NZ: Earthquake commission Act , Insurance

Companies and Ratings Act

Documentation Documentation includes:

• Amendments • Cover notes • Policy notices • Invoices

• Certificate of insurance

Risk information Risk information may include:

• claims history

• and other information relating to the particular contract

Recording and filing Recording and filing may be electronic or paper based.

Survey requirements Survey requirement may include risk improvement

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Compliance with industry Codes of Practice, consistent application of underwriting guidelines and authorities, a thorough approach to detail and following procedures accurately.

FNBGEN 2A Evaluate risk for renewal business FNBGEN 3A Underwrite renewal business OR

FNBGEN 4A Evaluate risk for new business FNBGEN 5A Underwrite new business

FNBGEN 20A Review operational performance of portfolio

• Relevant legislation

• Company and departmental policy, procedures and authorities • Company and industry sector policy wording

• Product knowledge

• Interpretation of applicable ratings • Company IT and communication systems • Basic industry sector compliance requirements

• Data analysis and interpretation techniques • Policy interpretation and application • Risk assessment techniques

• Hazard identification and assessment • Negotiation

This unit requires the ability to read and interpret notices and forms relating to insurance contracts and related documents.

Numeracy skills are needed to calculate premiums, deductions and estimate claims

Competency in this unit is demonstrated by issue of five insurance contracts across a representative range of products, customers and conditions.

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FNBGEN09A - PROCESS ALTERATION TO INSURANCE POLICY

FNBGEN09A

Process alteration to insurance policy

Unit Description: This unit covers the competencies used in underwriting and

processing alterations to insurance policies, recording the changes and issuing documents to customers.

1. Receive alteration advice from client

a) Policy information is gathered, and accurately and promptly recorded according to company procedures b) Underwriter’s terms and conditions are reviewed c) Policy alteration is reviewed to ensure it meets

legislative and company requirements

d) If policy meets legislative and company requirements, alteration is accepted

2. Issue policy alteration advice

a) Policy alteration information is processed according to operating procedures

b) Policy alteration is checked for accuracy and omissions according to operating procedures

c) Information systems are accurately updated

d) Completed documents are dispatched to clients within timelines in accordance with operating procedures e) All monies received are processed in accordance with

operating procedures and legislative requirements f) Relevant documentation is accurately filed in

accordance with operating procedures

g) Customer is notified of any new terms that differ from he customer’s request

FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE FNB99

FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAINING PACKAGE – FNB99

General Insurance Competency Standards

MODIFICATION HISTORY – ENDORSED MATERIALS

Financial Services Training

Package – FNB99

Sheet: 1 of 1

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

General Insurance

Units of Competency

National Code

FNBGEN01A

–

FNBGEN24A

FNBGEN01A Participate

in

negotiation

FNBGEN02A

Evaluate risk for renewal business

FNBGEN03A Underwrite

renewal

business

FNBGEN04A

Evaluate risk for business

FNBGEN05A

Underwrite new business

FNBGEN06A

Survey potential risk exposure

FNBGEN07A

Issue renewal / cancellation advice

FNBGEN08A

Issue contract of insurance

FNBGEN09A

Process alteration to insurance policy