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Carry out natural area restoration works

Carry out natural area restoration works

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNAR201
State Code
BAN79
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
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out natural area restoration work.This unit applies to supervised workers in land management programs.All work is undertaken to supervisor instructions, according to the restoration plan and enterprise work procedures.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.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 natural area restoration works
  • 1.1 Locate task site using natural area restoration or revegetation plans
  • 1.2 Identify environmental implications of works and assess and report the likely outcomes
  • 1.3 Select, prepare and transport tools, equipment and machinery for use and confirm native plant species to be re-established
  • 1.4 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.5 Use and maintain personal protective equipment
2. Apply weed control measures
  • 2.1 Identify weeds requiring control
  • 2.2 Prepare herbicides
  • 2.3 Undertake weed control measures according to the weed and non-target species characteristics
  • 2.4 Ensure control measures damage only the target weed species
3. Prepare the soil for natural area restoration
  • 3.1 Select soil treatments according to the soil condition and species requirements
  • 3.2 Protect intact natural soil profiles from damage
  • 3.3 Apply soil treatments either broadly or at specific sites in accordance with work health and safety policies and procedures
4. Replace native vegetation on the site
  • 4.1 Determine vegetation replacement methods and prepare assisted natural regeneration, planting, seeding or transplanting treatments
  • 4.2 Apply assisted regeneration treatments to remnant vegetation and intact soil profiles
  • 4.3 Sow seed either by hand in discrete areas or broadly using sowing or ripping trailed machinery
  • 4.4 Position containerised plants or transplants and plant firmly ensuring good contact between roots and surrounding soil
  • 4.5 Undertake hand watering or irrigation
  • 4.6 Use plant guards and fencing to protect plants, where necessary
  • 4.7 Carry out all tasks according to work health and safety policies and procedures
5. Complete natural area restoration work
  • 5.1 Install and maintain plant guards or fencing
  • 5.2 Undertake follow up weed control treatments
  • 5.3 Remove and dispose of waste material
  • 5.4 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and machinery
  • 5.5 Maintain a clean and safe area
  • 5.6 Carry out all tasks according to work health and safety policies and procedures
  • 5.7 Report work outcomes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7057 AHCNAR201A Carry out natural area restoration works Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCU02 AHCECR203 Perform basic ecological restoration works Unit of competency