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Supervise natural area restoration works

Supervise natural area restoration works

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNAR401A
State Code
D7063
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/10/2014
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
13/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers supervising natural area restoration works and defines the standard required to: scope the natural area restoration works required and compare to specifications of work on the contract; develop a work program and source labour and equipment to undertake the work; maintain the supply of materials and access to equipment to allow restoration work to proceed; monitor the work program and make adjustments to task schedule where required; inspect work to ensure specifications are met and environmental impact is minimised; arrange for inspection of completed works and complete project report.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify scope of natural area restoration works
  • 1.1. Nature of restoration works and extent of responsibilities are identified and checked against relevant contract documentation.
  • 1.2. Personnel and other resources (in-house or by contractor) required to undertake restoration works are identified according to the scope of the project and relevant documentation provided.
  • 1.3. A work program is developed according to the needs of management and/or the client to ensure that project outcomes are reached within designated time lines.
  • 1.4. Potential environmental impacts of the proposed restoration works is determined and advised to manager/client.
  • 1.5. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk controls are implemented, monitored and reviewed.
2. Coordinate the supply of materials/equipment
  • 2.1. Material quantities and equipment requirements are calculated and coordinated to ensure an on-going work program is maintained according to the scope of the project.
  • 2.2. Materials are ordered, checked for specified quantity and quality then stockpiled according to enterprise guidelines.
  • 2.3. Specific delivery requirements are conveyed and confirmed with suppliers to ensure materials are delivered to suit the work program.
  • 2.4. Rejected materials or products are sent back to the supplier for replacement according to enterprise guidelines.
3. Monitor restoration works
  • 3.1. The work program is monitored and adjusted, if necessary, to ensure that project outcomes are reached within designated time lines or to accommodate any client changes or directions.
  • 3.2. Work is monitored and adjusted, if necessary, to ensure project outcomes are achieved.
  • 3.3. Project contract direction is periodically given to the contractor for action in written instructions.
  • 3.4. Issues likely to cause delays, or alter the scope of the works, are identified, recorded and reported to management and/or the client according to enterprise guidelines.
  • 3.5. Alterations to the scope of the work are costed using agreed unit rates by the contractor and variations are forwarded in writing for approval by the client.
  • 3.6. Periodic inspection of work are undertaken to ensure project outcomes are achieved and to make progress payments.
  • 3.7. The work site is monitored to ensure it remains in a clean, tidy and safe condition throughout and on completion of restoration works.
4. Prepare site for completion
  • 4.1. Site is inspected prior to practical completion to ensure all works have been undertaken according to contract documents and the relevant documentation.
  • 4.2. Any works not complying are noted and rectified according to the contract specification as outstanding items.
  • 4.3. A completed restoration works report is produced, recorded and communicated to management and/or the client according to enterprise guidelines.
  • 4.4. Following completion of outstanding items a Practical Completion Certificate is forwarded to the contractor.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Revegetation programs include:
assisted natural regeneration
planting and direct seeding
weed and animal control
conservation earthworks
construction of pathways and visitor facilities
erosion control.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
scope the natural area restoration works required and compare to specifications of work on the contract
develop a work program and source labour and equipment to undertake the work
maintain the supply of materials and access to equipment to allow restoration work to proceed
monitor the work program and make adjustments to task schedule where required
inspect work to ensure specifications are met and environmental impact is minimised
arrange for inspection of completed works and complete project report.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2658 RTD4510A Supervise natural area restoration works Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAN33 AHCNAR401 Supervise natural area restoration works Unit of competency