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Plan a Carbon Farming Initiative livestock project
Plan a Carbon Farming Initiative livestock project
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCFI506A
AHCCFI506A
State Code
WG531
WG531
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/11/2013
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/11/2013
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the process of managing the design, planning and costing of a Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) project to avoid emissions from livestock.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage the project design
- 1.1 Areas of expertise and specialist services required to carry out the project are identified
- 1.2 A design brief is prepared
- 1.3 Project design and contract arrangements are agreed
- 1.4 Site elements and features that impact on project design and establishment are assessed
- 1.5 The impact of project location on the type of carbon credits generated, where relevant, is ascertained
- 1.6 The impact of differing crediting and reporting periods on project planning and implementation is assessed
- 1.7 A design is prepared that describes the detailed features, specifications and approach of the project
- 1.8 The design is checked for compliance with the relevant approved methodology and CFI requirements and agreed with the stakeholder
2. Carry out preliminary planning activities
- 2.1 The responsibilities of owning and managing a CFI project are identified
- 2.2 Project design and contract requirements are confirmed
- 2.3 The availability and quantity of materials and resources listed in the project specifications are verified
- 2.4 The availability of personnel with appropriate expertise to assist with or undertake project work is confirmed
3. Prepare a project plan
- 3.1 Resources, tools, labour and equipment required for project implementation are identified
- 3.2 Project risks are assessed and controls are established
- 3.3 A project plan outlining allocation of resources, work tasks and timing is prepared
- 3.4 Interdependencies , seasonal factors and impacts are identified and incorporated in the staging strategy
4. Cost implementation works
- 4.1 Current prices for project resources, tools, labour and equipment required for project implementation are obtained
- 4.2 Unit and total cost for each item is calculated
- 4.3 Total project costs are accurately calculated and documented
- 4.4 Adjustments are made where required to reconcile costs with project budget
- 4.5 The costed plan is agreed with the project proponent
- 4.6 The costed plan is checked with the relevant auditor to ensure that the methods proposed in applying the methodology will meet audit requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Seasonal factors and impacts includes:
material handling, rainfall requirements, machinery use, fire hazards, growing conditions and establishment period
Design brief includes:
a brief that outlines project objectives, outcomes, scope, constraints and assumptions, dependencies, design options and preferred option, business case, success indicators, project approach and governance arrangements (including compliance requirements with the standards of the applicable auditor)
Positive list includes:
a register, contained in the CFI regulations, of abatement activities, that are eligible to earn carbon credits under the CFI
Seasonal factors and impacts includes:
material handling, rainfall requirements, machinery use, fire hazards, growing conditions and establishment period
Design brief includes:
a brief that outlines project objectives, outcomes, scope, constraints and assumptions, dependencies, design options and preferred option, business case, success indicators, project approach and governance arrangements (including compliance requirements with the standards of the applicable auditor)
Positive list includes:
a register, contained in the CFI regulations, of abatement activities, that are eligible to earn carbon credits under the CFI
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
manage the project design
plan the implementation of a CFI livestock project
prepare a project plan
cost implementation of the project
identify resources for a program of works
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must be undertaken in the context of the Carbon Farming Initiative.
Assessment resources must be developed to determine the candidate’s depth and breadth of knowledge of approved livestock methodologies as well as their ability to provide accurate and up-to-date information to others in a professional manner.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observing processes and procedures in workplaces
oral or written questioning on required knowledge and skills
evaluating workplace documents and samples of work
simulated projects, scenarios or case studies
obtaining and validating third party references and reports
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment with other units relevant to the job role is recommended. The unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
manage the project design
plan the implementation of a CFI livestock project
prepare a project plan
cost implementation of the project
identify resources for a program of works
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must be undertaken in the context of the Carbon Farming Initiative.
Assessment resources must be developed to determine the candidate’s depth and breadth of knowledge of approved livestock methodologies as well as their ability to provide accurate and up-to-date information to others in a professional manner.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observing processes and procedures in workplaces
oral or written questioning on required knowledge and skills
evaluating workplace documents and samples of work
simulated projects, scenarios or case studies
obtaining and validating third party references and reports
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment with other units relevant to the job role is recommended. The unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.
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