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Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment

Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPGD306
State Code
BAQ38
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
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment in a park or garden setting.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.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 for maintenance activities
  • 1.1 Identify, interpret and apply requirements for the maintenance of the aquatic environment
  • 1.2 Select and prepare tools, equipment and machinery for use
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls
  • 1.4 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment
  • 1.5 Identify environmental implications associated with maintenance activities and report to supervisor
2. Maintain aquatic organisms
  • 2.1 Identify indigenous, exotic and pest aquatic animals and plants for the specific aquatic environment
  • 2.2 Monitor aquatic plants and animals and record and maintain relevant data and apply to aquatic plant maintenance activities
  • 2.3 Report issues to supervisor, with recommendations for action
  • 2.4 Implement control methods for excess aquatic animals and plants, and identified pest animals and plants
  • 2.5 Process waste plant and animal material with regards to environmental issues
3. Maintain water quality
  • 3.1 Monitor water quality where appropriate for the aquatic environment and the input water resource
  • 3.2 Record monitoring data, maintain and apply to water quality maintenance activities
  • 3.3 Remove debris and process using appropriate equipment
  • 3.4 Report water quality issues to supervisor, with suggestions for remedial action
  • 3.5 Discharge water, clean environment, and recharge water from the designated storage area or other input water resource
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7114 AHCPGD306A Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODU97 AHCPGD312 Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment Unit of competency