Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 12:46 AM AWST
23/07/2026 12:46 AM AWST
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Assess Crown land
Assess Crown land
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPLAND401A
PSPLAND401A
State Code
C8188
C8188
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competency to assess Crown (or State) land in order to deal with the public land. It includes inspecting the land, liaising with stakeholders, preparing a land assessment report and reviewing public submissions.In practice, assessing Crown land may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities, such as working ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, using resources, gathering and analysing information, working with diversity.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Inspect land
- 1.1 The purpose of the land assessment is identified to determine land evaluation criteria.
- 1.2 The information required to identify and locate the area to be inspected is gathered.
- 1.3 Notifications are issued in accordance with organisational policy and. procedures.
- 1.4 Location of the site in the field is determined.
- 1.5 The site is inspected and the assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures.
- 1.6 Occupational health and safety legislative requirements are adhered to.
2. Liaise with stakeholders
- 2.1 All stakeholders involved in the process are identified.
- 2.2 Stakeholders are referenced where appropriate in accordance with organisational and best practice requirements.
- 2.3 Issues associated with the land are identified in consultation with expert advisers.
3. Prepare land assessment report
- 3.1 Existing published information and field information gathered are documented in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures.
- 3.2 An inventory is used to assess the land's capability according to prescribed land evaluation criteria.
- 3.3 The most suitable uses for the land are identified and the preferred use/s are listed.
- 3.4 Recommendations based on the assessment, the policies relating to the land and the reason for the assessment are clearly stated in the report.
4. Review public submissions
- 4.1 All submissions received in relation to the assessment are registered and their content is evaluated.
- 4.2 The assessment is reviewed based on the information provided in the submissions.
- 4.3 Changes to the assessment are made as required and supported by explanation and evidence.
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.
Purpose of the land assessment may be:
sale
development
reservation/protection
lease
licence
to meet legislative requirements
Prescribed land evaluation criteria may be specified in:
organisational guidelines
land use guidelines
Information may include:
land ownership and tenure
topographical maps
detailed survey plan
aerial photographs
current policies relating to the area
environmental and sustainability planning information
historical information about land use
Stakeholders may include:
government organisations
local population
general public
a Local Government council
adjoining landholders
Best practice requirements include:
quality customer service
quality system documentation
Issues may include:
environmental issues
social issues
heritage issues such as:
Australian heritage
cultural heritage
Aboriginal cultural heritage
economical issues (triple bottom line)
Organisational guidelines and procedures may include:
regulatory requirements
industry practices
manual and electronic application
Most suitable uses for the land may be specified in:
organisational guidelines
appropriate legislation
planning schemes
environment assessment reports
land council documents
land use policies
Submissions from the public may include:
objections/support to preferred uses listed
objections to proposed disposal of public land
comment on incorrect or incomplete content
land use/zoning issues
objections to proposed development of public land
Purpose of the land assessment may be:
sale
development
reservation/protection
lease
licence
to meet legislative requirements
Prescribed land evaluation criteria may be specified in:
organisational guidelines
land use guidelines
Information may include:
land ownership and tenure
topographical maps
detailed survey plan
aerial photographs
current policies relating to the area
environmental and sustainability planning information
historical information about land use
Stakeholders may include:
government organisations
local population
general public
a Local Government council
adjoining landholders
Best practice requirements include:
quality customer service
quality system documentation
Issues may include:
environmental issues
social issues
heritage issues such as:
Australian heritage
cultural heritage
Aboriginal cultural heritage
economical issues (triple bottom line)
Organisational guidelines and procedures may include:
regulatory requirements
industry practices
manual and electronic application
Most suitable uses for the land may be specified in:
organisational guidelines
appropriate legislation
planning schemes
environment assessment reports
land council documents
land use policies
Submissions from the public may include:
objections/support to preferred uses listed
objections to proposed disposal of public land
comment on incorrect or incomplete content
land use/zoning issues
objections to proposed development of public land
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
PSPGOV408A Value diversity
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
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)
assessment of Crown or State land 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 assessment of Crown land
access to motor vehicle (4wd if rugged terrain) or boat (waterfront properties), camera, basic survey equipment, reference books and material, and maps
access to relevant natural resource computer packages including Internet access
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when assessing Crown land
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 assessing Crown land, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
assessment of Crown or State land 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
demonstration
observation
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
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
PSPGOV408A Value diversity
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
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)
assessment of Crown or State land 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 assessment of Crown land
access to motor vehicle (4wd if rugged terrain) or boat (waterfront properties), camera, basic survey equipment, reference books and material, and maps
access to relevant natural resource computer packages including Internet access
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when assessing Crown land
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 assessing Crown land, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
assessment of Crown or State land 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
demonstration
observation
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWU69 | PSPLND003 | Assess Crown land | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J283 | PSP40112 | Certificate IV in Government | Qualification |