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Monitor reserves management

Monitor reserves management

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPLAND406A
State Code
C8193
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
01/11/2012
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit covers the competency to monitor the management of public reserves. It includes reviewing planning documents, carrying out reserve inspections, attending meetings, and preparing reports and submissions that involve reserve management.In practice, monitoring reserves management may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as working ethically, complying with legislation, coordinating and using resources.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Review planning documents for public reserves
  • 1.1 The purpose of the planning document is established.
  • 1.2 The planning document is reviewed and assessed according to statutory and organisational procedures.
  • 1.3 Documentation associated with the review is prepared and directed, following organisational best practice requirements.
2. Inspect reserves
  • 2.1 The need/reason to undertake the inspection is confirmed.
  • 2.2 Inspection activities are undertaken in compliance with occupational health and safety legislative requirements.
  • 2.3 Issues that require action are identified and noted.
  • 2.4 The outcome of the inspection and actions to be implemented are documented and directed in accordance with organisational practices and procedures.
3. Attend meetings
  • 3.1 Information and resources required for the meeting are ascertained and gathered prior to the meeting.
  • 3.2 The issues addressed at the meeting are communicated in a clear and concise manner.
  • 3.3 The matters dealt with at the meeting are confined to the listed agenda.
  • 3.4 The desired outcomes are successfully negotiated.
  • 3.5 Any required actions are implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
4. Prepare submissions/ reports
  • 4.1 The purpose of the submission/report is established.
  • 4.2 Information is gathered and presented in accordance with the organisational procedures and standards.
  • 4.3 Submission/report is directed to the appropriate personnel for endorsement/approval.
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Planning documents may be:
plan of management
environmental impact statement
review of environmental effects
subdivision application
building application
development application
local environmental plan
regional environmental plan
Organisational procedures may include:
occupational health and safety requirements
organisational policy with regard to public reserves inspection
organisational policy in reviewing planning documents
Organisational procedures may be specified in:
office practice guidelines
workplace notices
computer training manuals
statutory regulations
procedural manuals
legislation
An inspection may be for:
risk management
land management issues
funding application
funding expenditure
proposed development
conflict resolution/mediation
routine monitoring
Meetings may be for:
focus group meeting
user group meeting
trust board
committee of management ordinary meetings
A submission/report may be for:
Minister's approval/concurrence
application for funding
risk assessment/management
waiver of land assessment
development approval
land acquisition for a public purpose
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLAND405A Administer public reserves
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
monitoring reserves management in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to reserves management
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when monitoring reserves management

Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when monitoring reserves management, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
monitoring reserves management in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
case studies
portfolios
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWU65 PSPLND008 Monitor reserves management Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J283 PSP40112 Certificate IV in Government Qualification