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Conduct biological surveys

Conduct biological surveys

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCECR502
State Code
OCT49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
010103 - Statistics
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
150
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct biological surveys and produce a biological survey report, according to client requirements and biological components to be surveyed.The unit applies to individuals working as land restoration managers who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities demonstrating a deep knowledge in specific technical areas within land management. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Carry out preliminary design activities for the biological survey
  • 1.1 Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client brief
  • 1.2 Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements
  • 1.3 Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints
  • 1.4 Design survey plan reflecting client requirements and present to client for approval
  • 1.5 Incorporate workplace health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan
2. Determine requirements of the biological survey
  • 2.1 Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection
  • 2.2 Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative
  • 2.3 Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design
  • 2.4 Secure permits and approvals required for survey according to ethical standards, workplace procedures and legislative requirements
  • 2.5 Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers
  • 2.6 Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design
  • 2.7 Document survey procedures and schedules and present to stakeholders and client for approval
3. Conduct the biological survey
  • 3.1 Conduct field visit to verify existing data and update information
  • 3.2 Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design
  • 3.3 Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and legislative and ethical standards
  • 3.4 Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements
  • 3.5 Record all monitoring and survey data according to specifications of the survey design
4. Compile a biological survey report
  • 4.1 Analyse data and draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoned arguments
  • 4.2 Prepare a biological survey report according to agreed timeframes and client outcomes and workplace standards
  • 4.3 Present report to the client
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State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ70 AHCNAR502 Conduct biological surveys Unit of competency