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Contribute to and implement a forest harvesting plan

Contribute to and implement a forest harvesting plan

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFOM5003
State Code
ODS70
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
180
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the development and implementation of a forest harvesting plan for established coupes with the aim of maximising output and cost efficiencies.The unit applies to individuals who are involved in developing and implementing forest harvesting plans.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 developing forest harvesting plan
  • 1.1 Assess workplace health and safety, environmental and regulatory requirements for harvest activities
  • 1.2 Determine coupe locations using map and grid references, and establish boundaries
  • 1.3 Identify local authority coverage and approved land use zonings, and apply for approvals
  • 1.4 Obtain land ownings according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Assess ramifications of environmental issues documented in previous harvesting plans
  • 1.6 Report outcomes of initial findings to appropriate personnel, and confirm further actions
2. Support development of forest harvesting plan
  • 2.1 Assess and record topography, forest types and available species
  • 2.2 Calculate gross area of each coupe and determine net area to be harvested
  • 2.3 Calculate and record volume estimates for each coupe
  • 2.4 Determine harvesting and cartage requirements
  • 2.5 Assess environmental conditions and plan site preparation, access and operational activities
  • 2.6 Liaise and seek support from senior personnel during preparation of draft harvesting plan, as required
  • 2.7 Produce draft harvesting plan according to workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Forward draft harvesting plan to appropriate personnel and confirm further actions
3. Coordinate implementation of harvesting plan
  • 3.1 Confirm contractual arrangements with contractors for implementation of harvesting plan
  • 3.2 Monitor ongoing implementation of harvesting operations against harvesting plan
  • 3.3 Monitor contractor compliance with production, environment protection and other contractual requirements
  • 3.4 Identify and resolve contractor non-compliances within scope of responsibility and workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Report on implementation of harvesting plan to appropriate personnel
4. Review implementation of harvesting plan
  • 4.1 Gather and assess information on implementation of harvesting plan according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Consult with contractors, senior personnel and other stakeholders on potential improvements to harvesting plan
  • 4.3 Forward report on review of harvesting plan, including suggestions for future improvements to planning and implementation of harvesting operations, to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXK17 FWPHAR5201 Design harvesting plans Unit of competency
AXK44 FWPFGM5216 Manage coupe planning Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHL6 FWP50121 Diploma of Forest Operations Qualification