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Follow cultural heritage requirements

Follow cultural heritage requirements

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3257
State Code
AXL06
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
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
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to identify and protect indigenous, historical and natural heritage sites in line with relevant legislation.The unit applies to those who identify cultural heritage sites, apply protective measures, and monitor work practices with the aim of improving cultural heritage awareness and care in a variety of work settings, including a forest or private native forest, horticultural, domestic, local council or emergency services environment.The unit applies to Forestry Worker, Harvesting Technician, Machine Operator. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access and interpret cultural heritage requirements
  • 1.1 Identify and review information relevant to recognising and following cultural heritage protection, maintenance and recording.
  • 1.2 Identify and interpret key principles and requirements that apply to cultural heritage protection and preservation.
  • 1.3 Identify partnership arrangements and relationships with appropriate government departments, agencies and other relevant community organisations.
  • 1.4 Identify indigenous, historical and natural heritage sites and/or objects in the forest operational plan and maps.
2. Apply cultural heritage requirements
  • 2.1 Review work order and identify and clarify the potential impact on cultural heritage with appropriate personnel.
  • 2.2 Locate and identify indigenous, historical and natural heritage sites and/or objects in the field.
  • 2.3 Assess and report risks and hazards to cultural heritage sites.
  • 2.4 Apply relevant requirements for the selection and use of protection zones, signage, field markings and equipment.
  • 2.5 Carry out cultural heritage protection measures in line with legal requirements.
  • 2.6 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 cultural heritage protection measures.
  • 3.3 Identify and report non-compliant work practices to appropriate personnel.
  • 3.4 Identify improved work practices and make recommendations for improvements.
4. Maintain records
  • 4.1 Revise and update forest operational plans.
  • 4.2 Record and report work activity in line with organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF820 FPICOT3257 Follow cultural heritage requirements Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS86 FWPCOT3324 Apply cultural heritage protection requirements in forest operations Unit of competency