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Conserve and re-establish natural systems
Conserve and re-establish natural systems
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAPLEM503B
LGAPLEM503B
State Code
C3708
C3708
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/09/2006
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
13/09/2006
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers identifying natural systems and developing and monitoring strategies to re-establish natural systems.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare an inventory of natural systems and their components
- 1.1 Natural systems and components are identified within community and council expectations and requirements.
- 1.2 The significance of natural systems is specified in accordance with scientific and cultural criteria and community expectations.
- 1.3 Existing data is identified and reviewed to enable characteristics of the natural system to be specified.
- 1.4 Data is collected objectively and in line with best practice processes on natural systems.
- 1.5 A comprehensive inventory of natural systems is prepared with full and detailed descriptors.
2 Assess challenges and opportunities for the conservation and re-establishment of natural systems
- 2.1 Data is assessed against objective criteria and community expectations within relevant policies and legislation.
- 2.2 Challenges and opportunities are identified in accordance with legislative and authority expectations so that all factors are fully assessed.
- 2.3 Challenges and opportunities are prioritised based on type, level, land tenure and classification of natural systems in accordance with community expectations.
- 2.4 The balance between conservation and other land use options is determined in an objective manner.
3 Prioritise environmental issues
- 3.1 Criteria are established to enable environmental issues to be prioritised.
- 3.2 Environmental issues for action are prioritised and responsible personnel are identified.
- 3.3 Outcomes and monitoring and review processes for environmental issues are identified.
4 Develop strategies for the environmental management system
- 4.1 Consultation with the community and relevant authorities is undertaken to determine appropriate objectives and levels of performance.
- 4.2 Practical and appropriate strategies to conserve and re-establish natural systems are determined.
- 4.3 The effectiveness of strategies is assessed through a comparison with methods in practice elsewhere and past experience in the local area.
- 4.4 Proven techniques for the conservation and re-establishment of natural systems are identified within accepted procedures and environmental standards.
- 4.5 Alternative and innovative approaches are developed where appropriate to meet local requirements.
- 4.6 Strategies are presented to relevant personnel for endorsement and forwarded to relevant personnel for implementation.
5 Monitor and review the effectiveness of strategies to conserve and re-establish natural systems
- 5.1 Regular data is collected and analysed to provide accurate measures of performance.
- 5.2 Comparisons are made with strategy objectives to assess effectiveness.
- 5.3 Changes to implemented strategy are made as required in a timely manner to ensure outcomes are achieved.
- 5.4 Information obtained during monitoring and review is used to develop new strategies that are based on accumulated knowledge and experience.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Natural systems may include:
flora
fauna
species
communities
habitats
regeneration
revegetation
fire management
degradation factors
Data may include:
universities
consultants
reports
conservation and natural resources
land conservation councils
port authorities
state and federal bodies
state environmental protection authorities
interest groups
referral bodies
council planning schemes
environmentalists
state of the environment reports
Challenges and opportunities may include:
political emphasis
economic rationalisation
community attitude
interest groups
non-native species invasion
native title considerations
Criteria to prioritise may include:
scientific data
seriousness of likelihood that action will make a difference
cost effectiveness
community expectations
legislation
time frames
budget constraints
Natural systems may include:
flora
fauna
species
communities
habitats
regeneration
revegetation
fire management
degradation factors
Data may include:
universities
consultants
reports
conservation and natural resources
land conservation councils
port authorities
state and federal bodies
state environmental protection authorities
interest groups
referral bodies
council planning schemes
environmentalists
state of the environment reports
Challenges and opportunities may include:
political emphasis
economic rationalisation
community attitude
interest groups
non-native species invasion
native title considerations
Criteria to prioritise may include:
scientific data
seriousness of likelihood that action will make a difference
cost effectiveness
community expectations
legislation
time frames
budget constraints
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
prepare an inventory of natural systems
collect data to evaluate challenges and opportunities for natural systems against objective criteria and community expectations within council policy and legislation
prioritise environmental issues in accordance with council policy and community expectations
assess strategies for conservation and natural systems in the local context
monitor and review strategies to assess their effectiveness in conserving and re-establishing natural systems
Context of assessment
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria applicable to the workplace environment, within the scope of the Range Statement.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.
Resource implications
Access to work or simulated case study that includes such resources as:
existing data and research on natural systems from wide range of sources
a source for new data collection
real or simulated stakeholders for consultation process
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
prepare an inventory of natural systems
collect data to evaluate challenges and opportunities for natural systems against objective criteria and community expectations within council policy and legislation
prioritise environmental issues in accordance with council policy and community expectations
assess strategies for conservation and natural systems in the local context
monitor and review strategies to assess their effectiveness in conserving and re-establishing natural systems
Context of assessment
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria applicable to the workplace environment, within the scope of the Range Statement.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.
Resource implications
Access to work or simulated case study that includes such resources as:
existing data and research on natural systems from wide range of sources
a source for new data collection
real or simulated stakeholders for consultation process
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C4343 | LGAPLEM503A | Conserve and re-establish natural systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D351 | LGA50508 | Diploma of Local Government (Planning) | Qualification |
| C761 | LGA50504 | Diploma of Local Government (Planning) | Qualification |