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Review and develop strategic tree policy

Review and develop strategic tree policy

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB612
State Code
OBV72
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/08/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and review tree policies for the strategic management of trees within an organisational and legal planning framework. The unit applies to individuals with broad theoretical and technical knowledge for the strategic management of trees. They have a broad range of cognitive, technical and communication skills and demonstrate autonomy and judgement for a defined area of responsibility, undertaking complex work with broad parameters to provide specialist advice and functions. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse the system
  • 1.1 Identify, consult with and establish stakeholder needs
  • 1.2 Research historic and current tree policies
  • 1.3 Analyse statutory context of tree policies
  • 1.4 Research tree management activities
  • 1.5 Analyse industry tree policy models
  • 1.6 Evaluate comparative tree policy methods and systems
  • 1.7 Research policy and strategic information to inform and develop policy
2. Define policy objectives
  • 2.1 Identify key management objectives and metrics, and establish benchmarks
  • 2.2 Analyse existing policies, procedures and systems for compliance with policy planning requirements
  • 2.3 Evaluate conflicting needs amongst stakeholders
  • 2.4 Determine tree management strategies
  • 2.5 Define strategic tree policy objectives of the organisation
  • 2.6 Define organisational tree policy reflecting strategic objectives
  • 2.7 Develop and communicate change management strategies
  • 2.8 Make recommendations for policy options
3. Define legal parameters
  • 3.1 Determine legal parameters, statutes and local planning laws affecting tree policy
  • 3.2 Determine need for tree policy in compliance with statutory documents
  • 3.3 Seek advice on legal implications of policy from legal representative
4. Define context and limitations of tree policy
  • 4.1 Determine parameters of tree policy
  • 4.2 Determine and record localised soil characteristics relevant to tree species and policy
  • 4.3 Compile database of local and indigenous tree species
  • 4.4 Compile database of introduced tree species suitable for inclusion in policy
  • 4.5 Create list of preferred and desired species
  • 4.6 Determine extent and type of tree data for inclusion in policy documentation
  • 4.7 Set diversity goals of trees for policy
5. Develop tree policy
  • 5.1 Develop tree policy to meet strategic objectives
  • 5.2 Develop and communicate procedures to implement policy
  • 5.3 Develop policy determinations for key elements of policy
  • 5.4 Develop draft of strategic tree policy
  • 5.5 Promote tree policy and expected outcomes to key stakeholders
  • 5.6 Seek feedback from stakeholders
  • 5.7 Review and amend policy
  • 5.8 Develop tree policy documentation
  • 5.9 Develop compliance programs in policy documentation
  • 5.10 Implement strategies for continuous improvement
6. Review tree policy implementation
  • 6.1 Publish final tree policy documentation
  • 6.2 Use policy to guide development of operational tree management plans
  • 6.3 Investigate and document implementation outcomes of policy
  • 6.4 Provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders
  • 6.5 Monitor records for remedial action to improve performance
  • 6.6 Modify policy and procedures according to feedback and performance outcomes
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State Code National Code Title Type
BAS78 AHCARB607 Review and develop strategic tree policy Unit of competency