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View Unit : Evaluating risk as an insurance intermediary and advise other intermediaries

Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/601/8488
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Evaluating risk as an insurance intermediary and advise other intermediaries
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
26
Unit Credit Value
5
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
15.1 Accounting and Finance
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Understand the roles and responsibilities of the various parties within the insurance industry related to the work carried out

1.1

Define the various parties in the structure of the insurance market related to the work carried out

1.2

Describe the roles and responsibilities of the parties identified

2

Understand the details of general insurance policies

2.1

Explain relevant policy cover, terms and conditions related to the work carried out including:

  • Standard extensions and/or limitations
  • Non-standard extensions and/or limitations
3

Understand processes for working with other intermediaries

3.1

Outline possible sources of advice and information available at work

3.2

Outline organisational customer service standards and procedures

3.3

Outline organisational policies for dealing with complaints

3.4

Outline the information and material facts that should be supplied by other intermediaries when advising them on or placing business on their behalf

3.5

Describe organisational procedures for recording   recommendations made to other intermediaries

3.6

Outline the organisation’s procedures for contact with insurers

4

Be able to evaluate a risk to be placed on behalf of a retail intermediary

4.1

Obtain from the retail intermediary all information and relevant documentation required to assess their needs and those of their clients

4.2

Investigate the circumstances and nature of the risk further when appropriate

4.3

Analyse and evaluate the information and material facts regarding the risk

4.4

Formulate advice to be given which provides the best market situation for the retail intermediary, given the nature of the request and the employer’s policies, procedures and status

4.5

Communicate the outcome with the retail intermediary in a professional and understanding manner and in a style appropriate to their needs and the relationship

5

Be able to advise retail intermediaries regarding risks to be placed on their behalf

5.1

Give advice to the retail intermediary in accordance with agreements to place business on their behalf and in a way that protects the relationship

5.2

Explain recommendations to the retail intermediary fully and clearly, encouraging the intermediary to ask questions and seek clarification

5.3

Confirm the retail intermediary understands the advice given

5.4

Agree with the retail intermediary the course of action to be taken

5.5

Confirm the advice given in accordance with the organisation’s procedures

5.6

Make sure information and documentation regarding business with retail intermediaries and risks are stored safely and made available only to those who need them and have a right to them

5.7

Maintain accurate and complete records within the other intermediary’s and business files

6

Understand the requirements of all codes, laws and regulatory requirements

6.1

Explain the policies and procedures which apply to own job role to include:

  • Legal requirements
  • Professional codes
  • Industry regulations
6.2

Summarise the relevant insurance and legal principles and regulations relevant to the work carried out

6.3

Describe the action required when an activity falls outside of personal authority

7

Be able to comply with all codes, laws and regulatory requirements

7.1

Comply with legal requirements, professional codes, industry regulations and organisational policies

Equivalent Units
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