Unit of competency Outline

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Observe and report on weather

Observe and report on weather

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK201
State Code
BAR34
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
010701 - Atmospheric Sciences
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe and contribute to positive environmental work practices.The skills and knowledge described in this unit underpin a broad range of activities applicable to a variety of job roles throughout industries at various levels.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to work
  • 1.1 Clarify work instructions with supervisor
  • 1.2 Select and use tools and equipment and carry out pre-operational safety checks
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and inform supervisor
  • 1.5 Identify and action work health and safety policies and procedures and legislative requirements
2. Check weather and climate information
  • 2.1 Check weather and climate information to determine likely conditions
  • 2.2 Recognise changed weather and climate situations
  • 2.3 Anticipate likely impact of changes in weather and climate in respect to work tasks, safety of others, property, natural resources and local environment
  • 2.4 Report anticipated impact of weather and climate to supervisor
3. Carry out preventative action
  • 3.1 Disseminate information and advice to relevant personnel
  • 3.2 Determine the preventative action required according to the known effects on livestock, crops and work tasks
  • 3.3 Implement actions to minimise loss and damage
  • 3.4 Adjust livestock, horticultural or crop management program or schedule of work tasks according to weather and climatic changes
4. Monitor weather and climate
  • 4.1 Access regular updates to determine ongoing suitability of current programs
  • 4.2 Review the viability of livestock, horticultural or crop management practices to ensure suitability within meteorological conditions
  • 4.3 Research forecasting techniques to maintain currency of information
  • 4.4 Document relevant information
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7299 AHCWRK201A Observe and report on weather Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC01 AHCWRK210 Observe and report on weather Unit of competency