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Monitor and report on a Carbon Farming Initiative project

Monitor and report on a Carbon Farming Initiative project

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCFI504A
State Code
WG529
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/06/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/11/2013
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/11/2013
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the monitoring, calculation, verification and reporting of abatement for Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) projects in compliance with the requirements of the approved CFI methodology within the required reporting timeframe.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor a CFI project
  • 1.1 Procedures and requirements of the methodology for monitoring abatement and collecting data are confirmed and observed
  • 1.2 Systems and procedures for accurately measuring and recording project abatement are outlined
  • 1.3 Procedures for maintaining records of procedures undertaken and abatement achieved under a CFI project are specified
  • 1.4 Equipment maintenance and calibration requirements are established
  • 1.5 Project audit requirements and the providers of audit services are detailed
  • 1.6 Equipment, technology and procedures for undertaking the monitoring are prepared and checked
2. Verify collected data
  • 2.1 Data are collected and organised in a format suitable for calculating abatement and determining whether relevant methodology requirements have been met
  • 2.2 Methods of data analysis are reliable and compliant with the carbon farming methodology and any other relevant regulatory requirements
  • 2.3 Appropriate records are kept
  • 2.4 Abatement is calculated in accordance with the requirements of the methodology
3. Submit an offsets report
  • 3.1 An offsets report is prepared as prescribed in the regulations and by the relevant methodology determination
  • 3.2 An audit of the offsets report is commissioned
  • 3.3 The Certificate of Entitlement form is completed
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
An approved offset methodology includes:
a methodology for which a determination has been made under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011
Carbon service provider includes:
a person who provides advice about participation in or develops or manages a project under the Australian Government’s Carbon Farming Initiative
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
monitor a CFI project using appropriate methods and tools
collect and verify data
prepare and submit offset reports and relevant forms
commission a compliance audit
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must be undertaken in the context of the relevant CFI methodologies.
Assessment resources must be developed to determine the candidate’s depth and breadth of knowledge of the CFI monitoring and reporting requirements as well as their ability to monitor and report on a carbon farming project.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observing processes and procedures in workplaces
oral or written questioning on required knowledge and skills
evaluating workplace documents and samples of work
simulated projects, scenarios or case studies
obtaining and validating third party references and reports
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment with other units relevant to the job role is recommended.
The unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.
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