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Supervise implementation of conservation earthworks plans

Supervise implementation of conservation earthworks plans

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSAW404
State Code
OCT22
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
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise the on-site implementation of earthworks designed to control erosion and sediment at a given site.The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others within known parameters. This includes using discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan efficient implementation of erosion and sediment control works
  • 1.1 Review plans and specifications and correlate to earthworks work site
  • 1.2 Determine resource requirements to undertake work
  • 1.3 Plan and record work sequences according to proposed work schedule
  • 1.4 Identify pest control requirements and develop a strategy for control
  • 1.5 Order resources required for works according to construction schedule and workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Identify potential regulatory, planning, biosecurity and environmental impacts of the work, and notify senior management of inconsistencies
  • 1.7 Identify workplace health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures
2. Direct and monitor work
  • 2.1 Communicate instructions and expected work performance standards to work team
  • 2.2 Assess work team skill level and arrange training according to assessment outcomes
  • 2.3 Assess site for constraints limiting achievement of performance targets, and modify techniques and schedules to mitigate constraints
  • 2.4 Report mitigating conditions and project modifications to senior management for approval
  • 2.5 Assess work performance against target and adjust activities or plan where inconsistencies in performance are identified
  • 2.6 Monitor site and machinery operational safety according to workplace health and safety policies and environmental and biosecurity practices
  • 2.7 Liaise with stakeholders to keep them apprised of project development
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Inspect site for confirmation of completion of work according to performance targets
  • 3.2 Report underperformance to target, and arrange rectification notices
  • 3.3 Supervise the maintenance and cleaning of machinery and equipment
  • 3.4 Report outcomes of conservation earthworks to senior management according to workplace reporting procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO05 AHCSAW403 Supervise implementation of conservation earthworks plans Unit of competency