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Recognise fauna

Recognise fauna

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCFAU202
State Code
OCU13
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe, recognise and record fauna that are 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 licensing, legislative or certification requirements 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 and select resources and equipment required for identification activity
  • 1.3 Record the location for observations of fauna
  • 1.4 Organise and arrange resources for fauna recognition process
  • 1.5 Use surveillance techniques suitable for approaching fauna and reducing environmental impact
  • 1.6 Identify hazards, notify supervisor and follow workplace health and safety procedures
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
BAP14 AHCFAU201 Recognise fauna Unit of competency