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Develop and manage a forestry chain of custody certification process

Develop and manage a forestry chain of custody certification process

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT6202
State Code
AWK59
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to develop and manage a system for chain of custody certification for wood and forest products. This unit applies to job roles at senior management level across the full scope of forestry industry workplaces and to operations of all sizes. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm certification requirements
  • 1.1 Identify key requirements of relevant laws to confirm understanding and ensure consistency of interpretation and application to chain of custody requirements.
  • 1.2 Clarify the relationship between chain of custody certification and forestry certification systems to ensure integration and compatibility of both systems.
  • 1.3 Investigate each operational area for applicability to certification requirements under law and determine management system options.
  • 1.4 Identify organisational requirements for traceability chain of documentation and all other required components.
2. Develop chain of custody certification system
  • 2.1 Design all required components of certification system for effective and efficient operation and document all specifications.
  • 2.2 Write a values statement, in consultation with senior managers, that outlines the organisation’s commitment to certification.
  • 2.3 Develop policies and procedures for completing and maintaining required traceability chain documents.
  • 2.4 Develop policies and procedures for meeting reporting requirements.
  • 2.5 Develop policies and procedures for auditing processes and managing and documenting breaches.
  • 2.6 Document a process for evaluating system effectiveness.
  • 2.7 Prepare a chain of custody certification systems manual to compile all documents.
  • 2.8 Request authorised external entities to review chain of custody certification system and make any necessary adjustments.
3. Develop chain of custody certification system
  • 3.1 Develop an implementation plan and budget and allocate resources, roles and responsibilities.
  • 3.2 Develop strategies for promoting a positive organisational culture at all employee levels to ensure certification system effectiveness.
  • 3.3 Appoint internal auditors for chain of custody system and coordinate training.
  • 3.4 Develop an induction and training process for auditors, system managers and operational personnel.
  • 3.5 Consult with system managers to ensure effective implementation of certification system.
  • 3.6 Prepare operational reports and those for identified compliance breaches and disseminate to relevant internal personnel and external certification authorities.
4. Evaluate system
  • 4.1 Monitor and review operation of certification system in line with system and regulatory requirements.
  • 4.2 Analyse audit and other operational data.
  • 4.3 Consult with auditors and system managers to seek feedback on operational effectiveness of system.
  • 4.4 Make required changes to system based on consultation and analysis.
  • 4.5 Prepare reports on review of certification system in line with system and regulatory requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG896 FPICOT6202B Develop and manage a forestry chain of custody certification process for the workplace Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS77 FWPCOT5211 Implement forest management certification scheme Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZO5 FWP60116 Advanced Diploma of Forest Industry Sustainability Qualification