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Manage natural areas on a rural property

Manage natural areas on a rural property

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNAR501
State Code
BAS65
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
21/12/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
080321 - Farm Management And Agribusiness
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
65
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage natural areas on a rural property.This unit applies to management of programs on privately owned rural property, which are designed to enhance the sustainable ecological and economic capacity and outcomes of the land.All work is undertaken in accordance with relevant national, State, Territory and local legislation and regulations.This unit applies to individuals who manage projects and people and who provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems. 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. Determine location, size and type of area to be managed
  • 1.1 Map location confirming property ownership and boundaries
  • 1.2 Obtain lists of native animal and plant species specific to area
  • 1.3 Determine features, characteristics and topography of site
  • 1.4 Source and confirm accuracy of vegetation structure and conservation value data
  • 1.5 Obtain details of the presence of and threats from pests
  • 1.6 Assess ecological value of natural areas on property
  • 1.7 Compile documented evidence of physical impacts on area
2. Prepare management plan
  • 2.1 Identify budgetary constraints for management plan
  • 2.2 Design boundary control appropriate to natural area protection guidelines
  • 2.3 Plan restoration and maintenance strategies in line with budget requirements
  • 2.4 Reduce or correct physical impacts using industry endorsed strategies
  • 2.5 Liaise with planning and specialist personnel and local authorities
  • 2.6 Develop habitat enhancement strategies
  • 2.7 Develop strategies to integrate management of natural areas into land use and production systems of property
  • 2.8 Incorporate biosecurity, environmental sustainability and work health and safety procedures into management plan
  • 2.9 Confirm management plan complies with relevant national, State, Territory and local legislation or regulations relating to environmental concerns
  • 2.10 Prepare and present management plan
3. Implement management strategies
  • 3.1 Develop work schedules consistent with production requirements
  • 3.2 Coordinate people, materials and equipment to carry out work according to management strategy
  • 3.3 Schedule works in conjunction with operational personnel, taking seasonal weather conditions into consideration
  • 3.4 Obtain permits or licenses for natural area works
  • 3.5 Consult with neighbours, local authorities and others, as required, during the implementation of the works
  • 3.6 Communicate with staff, clients and contractors regularly during implementation of the works
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7065 AHCNAR501A Manage natural areas on a rural property Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCS23 AHCECR501 Manage natural areas on a rural property Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDA6 AHC51116 Diploma of Conservation and Land Management Qualification
BCV9 AHC52116 Diploma of Permaculture Qualification