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Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration

Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCECR308
State Code
OCU01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a site inspection, including verification of the location, ownership, orientation and boundaries of a site, and assess the condition and recovery potential of the site’s native ecosystem.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collect information
  • 1.1 Obtain site location and details of proposed works
  • 1.2 Source and review available maps and plans for site
  • 1.3 Source and review available documents relevant to historical and current land use
  • 1.4 Identify scope of inspection according to stakeholder requirements and local regulations
  • 1.5 Determine biophysical, climate and weather conditions for site from historical data and climate change prediction tools
  • 1.6 Seek approval to visit site
  • 1.7 Identify and record covenants affecting the site
  • 1.8 Check availability of remote sensing tools relevant to the site
2. Prepare for a site visit
  • 2.1 Identify and prepare resources required for site inspection
  • 2.2 Plan methods for recording inspection, and confirm record-keeping procedures according to industry requirements
  • 2.3 Evaluate scope of proposed works and prepare field notes to checklist specific concerns
  • 2.4 Evaluate environmental factors to determine likely site conditions and risks
  • 2.5 Consider access and traffic management requirements for site
3. Visit site and confirm site parameters
  • 3.1 Carry out site orientation and verify ownership and site boundaries according to maps and plans
  • 3.2 Identify site hazards, assess risks and implement control measures for site inspection according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 3.3 Identify, estimate and record site dimensions, gradients and ecological features
  • 3.4 Identify and record existing on-site services
  • 3.5 Identify and record impact of features and characteristics of properties adjacent to site
  • 3.6 Identify substrate types from reference charts and texts
4. Inspect site for biotic and abiotic elements
  • 4.1 Collect substrate samples, conduct and record field tests according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Identify hydrological elements affecting site ecology
  • 4.3 Identify the specific ecological communities on site
  • 4.4 Identify ecosystem functions and processes occurring on site
  • 4.5 Determine condition and recovery potential of natural areas within the site
  • 4.6 Identify threatening processes affecting site conditions
  • 4.7 Investigate and record signs of fauna on site
5. Document information
  • 5.1 Assess site information and determine reference ecosystem relevant to site restoration
  • 5.2 Prepare a base plan of site, including zones of varying condition
  • 5.3 Document site inspection according to stakeholder requirements and workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Complete documents and submit to stakeholder or supervisor according to workplace procedures
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