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Plan for and coordinate a forest site assessment

Plan for and coordinate a forest site assessment

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSIL4008
State Code
ODR93
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, coordinate and report on the outcomes of a forest site assessment. The unit applies to individuals who are involved in planning and supervising a forest site assessment as part of forestry operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan forest site assessment
  • 1.1 Determine location and size of sample area for assessment, taking into account inventory programs, budgets and workplace guidelines
  • 1.2 Select method to assess forest site, with reference to location, topography and forest management plan
  • 1.3 Review environmental protection measures that apply to site
  • 1.4 Develop a schedule for the assessment in conjunction with relevant forest operations personnel
  • 1.5 Coordinate people, materials and equipment for the assessment
  • 1.6 Obtain permits or licences required for the assessment
  • 1.7 Document plan for forest site assessment including risk and hazard analysis
2. Coordinate forest site assessment
  • 2.1 Direct personnel undertaking forest site assessment
  • 2.2 Coordinate data collection according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Ensure personnel engaged in assessment comply with quality, safety, environmental protection and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Communicate regularly with operational staff and contractors to ensure smooth operation and progress of assessment activities
  • 2.5 Collate and interpret data on forest site
3. Report on forest site assessment outcomes
  • 3.1 Record and report on assessment outcomes according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Review assessment method for potential improvements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXK56 FWPFGM4207 Conduct a forest site assessment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHL5 FWP40121 Certificate IV in Forest Operations Qualification