Assessor Resource

AHCCFI503A
Advise on Carbon Farming Initiative project planning and implementation

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


The unit applies to carbon service providers responsible for advising and informing land managers and project proponents about implementing CFI projects. Note that the ‘advice’ referred to in this unit does not relate to financial advice which requires an Australian financial services license. This unit does not address the skills or the generic knowledge requirements in "ASIC Regulatory Guide 146: Training of Financial Product Advisors".

This unit applies in the context of at least one sequestration methodology and at least one emissions avoidance methodology approved under the CFI.

This unit covers the development and maintenance of knowledge on the processes involved for land managers and project proponents in planning, implementing and monitoring Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) projects and providing accurate and relevant technical advice to land managers and project proponents about the administrative requirements of these processes.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

AHCCFI501 Provide technical advice on the Carbon Farming Initiative

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

define requisites for planning a CFI project

apply for approval of a CFI project

define requisites for implementing a CFI project

apply for carbon credits

provide information on CFI administrative requirements

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 administrative requirements of the CFI as well as their ability to provide accurate and up to date information to others in a professional manner.

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

liaise with others and share information about the CFI

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

determine and respond to client requests for information

provide presentations to individuals and groups on CFI project administration

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

read and interpret CFI documentation and legislation

analyse information on CFI to ensure currency, accuracy and appropriateness to client needs

interpret and advise on complex information, including legislation, regulations, and codes and standards

interpersonal skills to:

establish rapport with clients

relate to people from diverse backgrounds and people with diverse abilities

positively interact with clients, other stakeholders, including regulatory personnel and technical experts

establish networks with relevant technical experts

organising and time-management skills to:

sequence tasks

meet timelines

arrange meetings and visits to properties

leadership skills to:

build an effective projectteam

lead the team in the implementation of the project

anticipate, plan and organise required materials and resources

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

requirements of approved CFI methodologies, including:

project eligibility and scope

identifying the baseline scenario

project area

estimating abatement

monitoring, record keeping and offsets reporting

CFI and the requirements of the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011 and regulations relating to:

project proponent requirements:

become a Recognised Offsets Entity

creating and using an Australian National Register of Emissions Units account

project requirements:

applying for an Eligible Offsets Project

implementing the project in accordance with the applicable approved offsets methodology

writing and submitting offsets reports and arrange audit reports

applying for a certificate of entitlement and receive credits

closing a project

varying a project

withdrawing a project from the CFI

relinquishing carbon credits

scheme oversight, institutions and governance

phases in a CFI project

equipment, specialist services and service providers required to plan and implement a CFI project

impact of project location on the type of carbon credits generated

impact of differing crediting and reporting periods on project planning and implementation

stakeholder responsibilities of owning and managing a CFI project

application process to become a Recognised Offsets Entity

procedures for maintaining records of procedures undertaken and abatement achieved under a CFI project

project audit requirements and the providers of audit services

commissioning of audit reports

application process for certificates of entitlement

CER procedures for issuing carbon credits and maintenance on the Australian Register of Emissions Units

CFI project processes and administrative and compliance requirements

distinction between administrative advice on CFI projects and advice about carbon credits that requires holding a financial services license

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

CFI project processes include:

planning, implementing and monitoring of CFI project works

CFI administrative requirements include:

those covered in the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011 and regulations

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Project phases for planning a CFI project are described 
Equipment, specialist services and service providers required to plan and implement a CFI project are defined 
The means of determining the project area for sequestration and emissions avoidance methodologies are specified 
The need for and use of relevant tools such as the CFI mapping tool and CFI rainfall map are determined 
The impact of project location on the type of carbon credits generated, where relevant, is ascertained 
The impact of differing crediting and reporting periods on project planning and implementation is assessed 
The steps required to determine the baseline and project emissions are determined 
The responsibilities of owning and managing a CFI project are outlined 
The requirements and process for becoming a Registered Offsets Entity are detailed 
The requirements and process for applying for an eligible offsets project are defined 
Methods of data collection for emissions avoidance and sequestration projects are outlined 
Systems and procedures for accurately measuring and recording project abatement are outlined 
Procedures for maintaining records of procedures undertaken and abatement achieved under a CFI project are specified 
Equipment maintenance and calibration requirements are established 
Project audit requirements and the providers of audit services are detailed 
Requirements for completing an offsets report for the Clean Energy Regulator are outlined 
Steps involved in commissioning an audit report are defined 
Process for applying for a certificate of entitlement is specified 
Information on the circumstances under which the Clean Energy Regulator will issue carbon credits and their maintenance on the Australian Register of Emissions Units is provided 
CFI project processes and administrative and compliance requirements are described 
Responses to stakeholder inquiries are comprehensive, clear and delivered in the most appropriate form and within the agreed timeframe 
Enquiries outside area of responsibility and knowledge are identified and assistance is sought or the enquiry is referred onto a relevant party 

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