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Recognise fauna

Recognise fauna

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCFAU201
State Code
BAP14
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and record fauna that are commonly encountered when undertaking agricultural, horticultural and land management activities.The unit applies to individuals working in a broad range of job contexts who undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for fauna recognition
  • 1.1 Identify and select processes for fauna recognition
  • 1.2 Identify fauna according to workplace requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and select resources and equipment required for identification activity
  • 1.4 Determine location for observations of fauna
  • 1.5 Organise and arrange resources for fauna recognition process
  • 1.6 Use surveillance techniques suitable for approaching fauna and reduce environmental impact
  • 1.7 Follow workplace health and safety procedures for fieldwork
2. Recognise specified fauna
  • 2.1 Recognise and name fauna according to their characteristics
  • 2.2 Record descriptions of fauna habits, characteristics and significant features according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Seek advice in the identification process according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Ensure observation activities comply with animal welfare codes of practice
3. Complete identification of fauna
  • 3.1 Record fauna sightings in reference collection
  • 3.2 Update field notes for new fauna sightings
  • 3.3 Report notifiable fauna to supervisor according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6819 AHCFAU201A Recognise fauna Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCU13 AHCFAU202 Recognise fauna Unit of competency