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Navigate in forest areas

Navigate in forest areas

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2265
State Code
ODS42
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 navigate in forest areas in situations where difficult environmental conditions and poor visibility are likely to occur. The unit applies to individuals who may be required to navigate in forest areas as part of forestry operations.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. Prepare for navigation
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from work order or instruction, and where required seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures , including use of personal protective equipment, applying to navigation in forest areas
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with navigating in forest areas
  • 1.4 Identify emergency and evacuation procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
  • 1.5 Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
  • 1.6 Select suitable maps, charts and imagery, global positioning system (GPS) equipment and navigation aids and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness
  • 1.7 Detect and correct faults or errors in maps and equipment
2. Plan the route
  • 2.1 Plan route according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Examine maps to identify relevant symbols, geographical information and navigation data
  • 2.3 Plan optimum route according to time and safety considerations
  • 2.4 Plan emergency exit routes and other contingency measures to mitigate expected and unforeseen risks
  • 2.5 Identify limitations in planning and seek assistance from appropriate personnel
  • 2.6 Confirm planned route and schedule and provide copy to appropriate personnel
3. Navigate the route
  • 3.1 Navigate to and from destination according to planned route and schedule
  • 3.2 Use GPS and other navigation equipment according to manufacturer instructions throughout journey
  • 3.3 Orientate maps to surroundings and utilise compass and environmental navigation aids to assist
  • 3.4 Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of route
  • 3.5 Navigate routes and courses to minimise impact on the environment
  • 3.6 Record and report navigation activities according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL69 FWPCOT2233 Navigate in forest areas Unit of competency