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Conduct site inspections

Conduct site inspections

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK311
State Code
BAM72
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a site inspection, including verification of the location, ownership, orientation and boundaries of a site.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collect information
  • 1.1 Obtain site location and relevant details
  • 1.2 Source site maps and plans where available and review
  • 1.3 Identify the scope of inspection in line with client-stakeholder needs and local regulations
  • 1.4 Determine climate and weather conditions from historical data
  • 1.5 Seek formal approval is sought to visit site where required
  • 1.6 Identify and record covenants
  • 1.7 Check remote sensing systems for status
2. Prepare for a site visit
  • 2.1 Identify and prepare requirements for inspection
  • 2.2 Plan methods for recording inspection and confirm forms are available for use
  • 2.3 Evaluate the scope of proposed work and prepare field notes to checklist specific concerns
  • 2.4 Evaluate environmental conditions in preparation for likely site conditions
  • 2.5 Consider traffic management requirements where required
3. Conduct site inspection
  • 3.1 Carry out site orientation and verify ownership and site boundaries
  • 3.2 Identify site hazards for a site inspection, assess risks and implement appropriate control measures
  • 3.3 Identify, estimate and record site dimensions and gradients
  • 3.4 Identify soil types from soil identification reference chart guidelines
  • 3.5 Test soil samples in the field and record detailed notes for analysis of potential problems
  • 3.6 Inspect relevant vegetation to determine the identity, health, condition and location
  • 3.7 Investigate observable signs of fauna
  • 3.8 Identify and record existing on-site services and adjacent site features
4. Document information
  • 4.1 Prepare a base plan of the site
  • 4.2 Document site inspection information in an inspection or site inventory report or on the base plan if required
  • 4.3 Complete documents and forward to client or supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7317 AHCWRK311A Conduct site inspections Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFB64 AHCWRK322 Conduct site inspections Unit of competency