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Investigate tenure and land use history

Investigate tenure and land use history

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPLND001
State Code
AWU72
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to investigate a tenure and land use history. It includes identifying land, reading plans and/or maps, searching records, interpreting information, recording investigation findings and organising plans and/or diagrams.This unit applies to those working to form a history of land use and tenure.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 independently, performing routine 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. Identify land
  • 1.1 Obtain sufficient details to identify the map, plan or aerial photo containing the area of land.
  • 1.2 Locate the area of land on the map, plan and aerial photo using the information gathered.
2. Read plans and/or maps
  • 2.1 Establish the purpose of the plan and/or map.
  • 2.2 Identify the type of information that can be obtained from the different types of plans and/or maps.
  • 2.3 Obtain information from the plan and/or map to suit the intended purpose.
3. Search public land records
  • 3.1 Establish the purpose for the investigation of tenure and/or land use history to determine the level of detail required.
  • 3.2 Access and search electronic data sources.
  • 3.3 Identify key repositories and access data sources and historic records to obtain information relating to the identified land.
  • 3.4 Conduct consultations when necessary to identify and/or corroborate tenure and/or land use information.
  • 3.5 Source and analyse all available land records related to the area and compile evidence in accordance with the purpose of the investigation.
4. Interpret information
  • 4.1 Interpret legislation relevant to the jurisdiction.
  • 4.2 Interpret information in tenure related and land use documentation.
  • 4.3 Obtain expert assistance for interpretation as required.
  • 4.4 Identify and analyse evidence of past and present tenure and/or land use.
5. Record investigation findings
  • 5.1 Compile chronology of tenure and/or land use history with sufficient detail to meet the investigations purpose.
  • 5.2 Record history to suit the intended purpose and audience.
  • 5.3 Present findings.
6. Organise plans/diagrams
  • 6.1 Establish the purpose of the plan or diagram.
  • 6.2 Access and obtain the information and resources required to arrange for the diagram or plan.
  • 6.3 Check the diagram or plan to see that it suits the intended purpose.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8180 PSPLAND302A Investigate tenure and land use history Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODW62 PSPLND013 Investigate tenure and land use history Unit of competency