Frameworks for assurance and process maps
Validation process used by assessors
When assessing a claim under the DRFA, the assigned Assessor is required to complete a validation process form outlining the steps undertaken in the assessment. A copy of the validation process for each of the claim processes are below:
Framework 3 Assessing Authority Validation Process - Emergency Works
Framework 4 Assessing Authority Validation Process - Essential Public Asset Reconstruction Works
Framework 5 Assessing Authority Validation Process - Immediate Works
Process overview maps
The below process maps provide a high-level overview of Victoria’s DRFA claims management process including:
- Disaster notification
- Emergency works
- Immediate reconstruction works
- Damage assessment for Reconstruction of Essential Public Assets (REPA)
- Cost estimation
- Reconstruction works
- State acquittal
Process Map 1 Victorian DRFA claims management process map
Assurance Framework
The Assurance and Controls frameworks are required to be followed to facilitate the States’ assessment and reimbursement of the claims and the Commonwealth’s cost sharing contribution for eligible disasters. The process is reviewed by both State and Commonwealth appointed auditors. The below framework attached is specific to DRFA Category B essential public asset reconstruction works.
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