Assessor Resource

AHCNAR101
Support natural area conservation

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to support natural area conservation.

All work is undertaken according to work site guidelines and supervisor's instructions, and in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner.

This unit applies to individuals who assist others undertaking conservation works in areas such as parks, natural areas, agricultural lands or areas undergoing rehabilitation.

This unit applies to individuals who work under close supervision and undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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


Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for conservation work

1.1 Identify materials, tools and equipment required for job

1.2 Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items

1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment

1.5 Identify work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor

2. Undertake conservation and revegetation work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions and seek clarification when necessary

2.2 Carry out conservation and revegetation work in accordance with work health and safety and biosecurity policies and procedures and environmentally sustainable practices

2.3 Interact with others in a positive and professional manner

2.4 Follow handling and disposal of materials policy and procedures

2.5 Report difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines

3. Store and stockpile materials

3.1 Store plant debris and waste material in a designated area

3.2 Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials

3.3 Stockpile surplus materials for removal

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing conservation activities

4. Clean up on completion of conservation work

4.1 Store plants and materials in a designated area

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment

4.3 Report work outcomes

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

prepare tools and equipment according to organisational requirements

provide support for natural area conservation work

stockpile waste materials for removal according to organisational requirements

clean up site, tools and equipment

conduct all work according to work health and safety and organisational requirements

apply biosecurity measures in the context of own work

apply appropriate sustainability practices in the context of own work

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

tools and equipment used in conservation work

revegetation techniques including planting, direct seeding, assisted natural regeneration and protection of remnant vegetation

personal protective equipment required for conservation work

biosecurity measures and sustainability practices required for own work

Assessors must satisfy current standards for assessment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for conservation work

1.1 Identify materials, tools and equipment required for job

1.2 Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items

1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment

1.5 Identify work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor

2. Undertake conservation and revegetation work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions and seek clarification when necessary

2.2 Carry out conservation and revegetation work in accordance with work health and safety and biosecurity policies and procedures and environmentally sustainable practices

2.3 Interact with others in a positive and professional manner

2.4 Follow handling and disposal of materials policy and procedures

2.5 Report difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines

3. Store and stockpile materials

3.1 Store plant debris and waste material in a designated area

3.2 Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials

3.3 Stockpile surplus materials for removal

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing conservation activities

4. Clean up on completion of conservation work

4.1 Store plants and materials in a designated area

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment

4.3 Report work outcomes

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

prepare tools and equipment according to organisational requirements

provide support for natural area conservation work

stockpile waste materials for removal according to organisational requirements

clean up site, tools and equipment

conduct all work according to work health and safety and organisational requirements

apply biosecurity measures in the context of own work

apply appropriate sustainability practices in the context of own work

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

tools and equipment used in conservation work

revegetation techniques including planting, direct seeding, assisted natural regeneration and protection of remnant vegetation

personal protective equipment required for conservation work

biosecurity measures and sustainability practices required for own work

Assessors must satisfy current standards for assessment.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify materials, tools and equipment required for job 
Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items 
Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials 
Select and check suitable personal protective equipment 
Identify work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor 
Follow instructions and directions and seek clarification when necessary 
Carry out conservation and revegetation work in accordance with work health and safety and biosecurity policies and procedures and environmentally sustainable practices 
Interact with others in a positive and professional manner 
Follow handling and disposal of materials policy and procedures 
Report difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines 
Store plant debris and waste material in a designated area 
Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials 
Stockpile surplus materials for removal 
Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing conservation activities 
Store plants and materials in a designated area 
Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment 
Report work outcomes 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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