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Contribute to and implement a forest inventory program

Contribute to and implement a forest inventory program

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFRM5003
State Code
ODS64
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
135
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the planning and management of forest assessments based on an inventory program.The unit applies to individuals who contribute to the planning and management of forest assessments.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan inventory program
  • 1.1 Analyse requirements for an inventory program
  • 1.2 Review site factors impacting on forest inventory program
  • 1.3 Confirm timeline and budget for inventory program
  • 1.4 Review workplace plans to check impact on tree breeding operation
  • 1.5 Determine sampling techniques, methods of measurement and frequency of inventory assessment
  • 1.6 Consult with colleagues and stakeholders and obtain input to inventory program
  • 1.7 Liaise with and seek support from senior personnel during preparation of draft inventory program, as required
  • 1.8 Document draft inventory program according to workplace procedures
  • 1.9 Communicate draft inventory program and performance indicators to appropriate personnel and confirm further actions
2. Implement inventory program
  • 2.1 Operationalise inventory program according to planned methods, schedule, budget and legislative requirements
  • 2.2 Coordinate required resources and authorisations
  • 2.3 Communicate schedule for inventory assessment to coordinating personnel
  • 2.4 Maintain documentation for all stages of inventory program
3.Monitor inventory assessment
  • 3.1 Identify monitoring points and collect information and data
  • 3.2 Check inventory assessment for compliance with environmental, safety, workplace and legislative requirements
  • 3.3 Amend or revise inventory program and assessment processes to ensure specifications, quality and performance targets are met
4. Review inventory assessment
  • 4.1 Review outcomes of inventory assessment against inventory program and workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Analyse information and data to determine effectiveness of inventory assessment and potential improvements to future inventory program
  • 4.3 Make recommendations for future inventory programs based on analysis of data and information
  • 4.4 Record and report on outcomes of inventory program to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK48 FWPFGM6203 Manage sustainable tree inventory Unit of competency
AXK51 FWPFGM5201 Plan and manage an inventory program Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJR2 AHC60524 Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture Qualification
BHL6 FWP50121 Diploma of Forest Operations Qualification