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Comply with soil and water protection

Comply with soil and water protection

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3258
State Code
AXL05
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to protect soil, water and water catchments from erosion, sediment and other pollutants. The unit applies to those who put in place erosion, sediment control and pollution prevention measures in a variety of work settings, including: a forest, horticultural, domestic, local council or emergency services environment.The unit applies to Forestry technician, Nursery technician, Supervisor (Forestry operations), Tree planter, Silviculturist, Arboriculture technician, Mobile equipment operatorNo licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Identify and review organisational and legal requirements relevant to soil and water protection for various forest types.
  • 1.2 Identify and interpret key principles and requirements that apply to erosion mitigation, sediment and other pollutant control, surface/ground water protection and catchment.
  • 1.3 Identify and review operations plan and clarify work requirements with appropriate personnel.
2. Conduct erosion and other pollutant control measures
  • 2.1 Identify soil erodibility, adverse weather, environmental features and other factors likely to influence soil and water protection measures.
  • 2.2 Select and use materials, equipment and machinery in line with regulatory requirements.
  • 2.3 Apply erosion, sediment and other pollution control measures in line with forest operational plans.
  • 2.4 Identify situations requiring specialist advice and seek assistance.
3. Monitor work practices
  • 3.1 Monitor and adjust work practices to meet changing conditions.
  • 3.2 Monitor and maintain erosion, sediment and other pollutant control measures in line with organisational requirements.
  • 3.3 Identify and report non-compliant work practices to appropriate personnel.
  • 3.4 Identify improved work practices and make recommendations for improved work.
4. Maintain records
  • 4.1 Revise and update forest operational plan and organisational procedures as required.
  • 4.2 Document and report work activities.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF821 FPICOT3258 Comply with soil and water protection Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCR70 FWPCOT3314 Comply with soil and water protection Unit of competency