Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 8:12 AM AWST
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Plan river restoration works
Plan river restoration works
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCECR505
AHCECR505
State Code
OCS29
OCS29
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a detailed plan for river restoration works, in consultation with the client and relevant consent authorities.This unit applies to individuals who work as restoration and rehabilitation project managers and who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities demonstrating a deep knowledge in specific technical areas within land management. They have accountability for the work of others, and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish client need
- 1.1 Confirm client expectations
- 1.2 Determine current legislation and policies impacting site
- 1.3 Discuss possible strategies and confirm best option for site with client
2. Develop strategy to facilitate river restoration works
- 2.1 Check maps and titles to determine property ownership and boundaries
- 2.2 Conduct a detailed site assessment
- 2.3 Determine profiles of river sections from pictorial images
- 2.4 Develop erosion and sediment control measures consistent with industry principles and selection criteria
- 2.5 Develop fauna habitats following industry recommendations
- 2.6 Ensure plants used in project comply with industry guidelines
- 2.7 Establish and document restoration strategies with the client and relevant consent authority
3. Prepare a detailed river restoration works plan
- 3.1 Check selection criteria for earthwork structures or measures against industry guidelines and legislative requirements
- 3.2 Check habitat enhancement strategies against industry guidelines
- 3.3 Prepare plan according to industry best practice and requirements for submission to consenting authorities
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAQ71 | AHCNAR505 | Plan river restoration works | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGF9 | AHC51120 | Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Qualification |