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Plan and develop ecologically sustainable tourism operations

Plan and develop ecologically sustainable tourism operations

Unit of competency
National Code
SITTPPD006B
State Code
WB969
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/01/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/02/2011
Field of Education
080323 - Tourism Management
Original Release Date
25/02/2011
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to strategically plan ecologically sustainable tourism operations. It also requires the ability to establish and operate an ecologically sustainable tourism operation and to monitor any environmental impact it may have.It builds on SITTPPD004A Plan and implement minimal impact operations, which is more operationally focused. The work involved in this unit is subject to a range of regulatory requirements that relate to environmental sustainability at land management agency and federal, state or territory, and local government level. Therefore, training and assessment must take into account the specific requirements of environmental legislation as it applies to the product or destination. No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for ecologically sustainable tourism operations.
  • 1.1 Include an evaluation of the relationship between tourism and the environment in the planning process.
  • 1.2 Conduct a cost versus yield evaluation of establishing and operating the operation on an ongoing basis according to industry and ecotourism codes and legislation.
  • 1.3 Incorporate into the planning process the need for an economic or social return to the local community.
  • 1.4 Conduct a range of evaluations prior to any decision to establish the operation.
  • 1.5 Investigate and incorporate into the planning process methods of managing tourismimpact and protecting vulnerable sites.
  • 1.6 Consult all stakeholders and incorporate their views into the planning process.
  • 1.7 Develop strategies to balance ecological sustainability and the economic viability of the operation.
  • 1.8 Base development decisions on the information obtained in the evaluation and planning process.
2 Develop and implement ecologically sustainable tourism operations.
  • 2.1 Develop and implement courses of action and systems to limit negative environmental impacts and damage.
  • 2.2 Establish and integrate best practice environmental standards in the operation.
  • 2.3 Identify and use appropriate technology for environmental best practice.
  • 2.4 Develop environmentally-friendly codes of practice for all aspects of the operation and for customer use.
  • 2.5 Conduct operations according to ecologically sustainable practices, guidelines provided by industry and ecotourism codes of practice and requirements of the law.
  • 2.6 Promote environmental awareness within the tourism industry and to customers.
3 Monitor environmental impact of operations.
  • 3.1 Monitor and assess environmental impact of operations as part of regular management reviews.
  • 3.2 Continuously monitor compliance with industry and ecotourism codes and legislative requirements.
  • 3.3 Initiate appropriate follow-up action based on assessment of environmental impact and compliance.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6452 SITTPPD006A Plan and develop ecologically sustainable tourism operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF710 SITTPPD602 Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
S618 SIT50107 Diploma of Tourism Qualification