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Plan for and coordinate thinning operations in a native forest or plantation

Plan for and coordinate thinning operations in a native forest or plantation

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSIL4002
State Code
ODR99
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, coordinate and monitor the implementation of thinning operations in a native forest or plantation.The unit applies to individuals whose work involves planning and coordinating the implementation of thinning operations in a native forest or plantation.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan thinning operations
  • 1.1 Identify stand to be thinned and confirm details of stand health and measurements provided by the planning team
  • 1.2 Identify sample area and measure growth
  • 1.3 Establish level of overwood treatment, taking account of habitat and seed tree considerations
  • 1.4 Select thinning method according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Document thinning plan, including resource requirements, thinning method, risk analysis and costs, and communicate to appropriate personnel
  • 1.6 Seek and obtain necessary approvals for thinning plan
2. Coordinate and monitor implementation of thinning operations
  • 2.1 Coordinate and schedule personnel, materials and equipment required for thinning operation
  • 2.2 Communicate thinning plan to operational personnel to ensure safety and effective implementation of thinning plan
  • 2.3 Confirm tree marking prior to treatment according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Identify monitoring points according to plan and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Monitor thinning operations to ensure compliance with production, quality, safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.6 Adjust thinning activities, as required, to meet site conditions, ensure effective and efficient work and minimise damage to stand
3. Review and report on thinning operations
  • 3.1 Assess and evaluate data from thinning operations to confirm techniques, methodologies and costs are consistent with plan
  • 3.2 Identify and document issues and impediments to thinning activities and program costs
  • 3.3 Review thinning operation and make recommendations to improve future thinning operations
  • 3.4 Record and report outcomes of thinning operation to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXK71 FWPFGM3206 Plan and implement non-commercial thinning operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHL5 FWP40121 Certificate IV in Forest Operations Qualification