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Implement and coordinate surface water management plan

Implement and coordinate surface water management plan

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIRR072
State Code
AVY88
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills required for the implementation of the management plan for surface water to ensure environmental considerations are met and source of supply is maintained.This unit applies to those working as managers in water organisations with responsibility for the management of surface water resources.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously, managing staff, while performing sophisticated tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Implement and coordinate monitoring and testing program
  • 1.1 Confirm performance measures of the surface water management plan.
  • 1.2 Design and implement monitoring and testing programs.
  • 1.3 Coordinate activities relating to the surface water plan.
  • 1.4 Interpret and record test results and education programs.
  • 1.5 Identify and investigate current and/or potential problems and report results and recommendations.
  • 1.6 Gather and evaluate historical surface water information.
  • 1.7 Monitor water usage, water flow and water quality according to the plan.
2. Monitor and evaluate performance of surface water management plans
  • 2.1 Identify, investigate and report deviations of planned water usage and quality and management plan procedures.
  • 2.2 Review objectives of the management and implementation plans.
  • 2.3 Review parameters for water usage and quality.
  • 2.4 Monitor and review environmental factors that impact on surface water.
  • 2.5 Make recommendations for changes to plan objectives and procedures and usage and quality parameters.
  • 2.6 Provide advice and guidance to water users and stakeholders.
3. Report on monitoring and implementation activities
  • 3.1 Identify and report deviations from the management plan.
  • 3.2 Review and report objectives of the management and implementation plans.
  • 3.3 Make recommendations for changes to plan objectives.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1969 NWP516B Implement and manage surface water management plan Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAO77 NWPIRR007 Implement and coordinate a surface water plan Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDA6 AHC51116 Diploma of Conservation and Land Management Qualification
AYW5 NWP50715 Diploma of Water Industry Operations Qualification