Assessor Resource

AHCWRK201
Observe and report on weather

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe and contribute to positive environmental work practices.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit underpin a broad range of activities applicable to a variety of job roles throughout industries at various levels.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for own work.

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

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.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare to work

1.1 Clarify work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Select and use tools and equipment and carry out pre-operational safety checks

1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment

1.4 Identify hazards and inform supervisor

1.5 Identify and action work health and safety policies and procedures and legislative requirements

2. Check weather and climate information

2.1 Check weather and climate information to determine likely conditions

2.2 Recognise changed weather and climate situations

2.3 Anticipate likely impact of changes in weather and climate in respect to work tasks, safety of others, property, natural resources and local environment

2.4 Report anticipated impact of weather and climate to supervisor

3. Carry out preventative action

3.1 Disseminate information and advice to relevant personnel

3.2 Determine the preventative action required according to the known effects on livestock, crops and work tasks

3.3 Implement actions to minimise loss and damage

3.4 Adjust livestock, horticultural or crop management program or schedule of work tasks according to weather and climatic changes

4. Monitor weather and climate

4.1 Access regular updates to determine ongoing suitability of current programs

4.2 Review the viability of livestock, horticultural or crop management practices to ensure suitability within meteorological conditions

4.3 Research forecasting techniques to maintain currency of information

4.4 Document relevant information

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:

monitor physical signs of weather in the context of available information

relate forecasts to impact on current operations and activities

communicate information on weather and situations that may be impacted

use industry standard terminology.

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

effects of wind and rain on wind chill

effects of wind shear and wind chill exposure

enterprise and industry policies for monitoring weather and climate conditions, and recording and reporting weather and climate conditions

weather and climate conditions impact upon farming and grazing activities

effects of wind chill on metabolism of animals

effects of prolonged dry periods on pastures and animal production, and natural resources

effects of extreme heat on animals, including during birthing, and effects of heat stress on neonates

work health and safety requirements and practices, especially as they relate to weather and climate monitoring and preparations for hazardous weather

sustainability practices in the context of own work.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare to work

1.1 Clarify work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Select and use tools and equipment and carry out pre-operational safety checks

1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment

1.4 Identify hazards and inform supervisor

1.5 Identify and action work health and safety policies and procedures and legislative requirements

2. Check weather and climate information

2.1 Check weather and climate information to determine likely conditions

2.2 Recognise changed weather and climate situations

2.3 Anticipate likely impact of changes in weather and climate in respect to work tasks, safety of others, property, natural resources and local environment

2.4 Report anticipated impact of weather and climate to supervisor

3. Carry out preventative action

3.1 Disseminate information and advice to relevant personnel

3.2 Determine the preventative action required according to the known effects on livestock, crops and work tasks

3.3 Implement actions to minimise loss and damage

3.4 Adjust livestock, horticultural or crop management program or schedule of work tasks according to weather and climatic changes

4. Monitor weather and climate

4.1 Access regular updates to determine ongoing suitability of current programs

4.2 Review the viability of livestock, horticultural or crop management practices to ensure suitability within meteorological conditions

4.3 Research forecasting techniques to maintain currency of information

4.4 Document relevant information

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:

monitor physical signs of weather in the context of available information

relate forecasts to impact on current operations and activities

communicate information on weather and situations that may be impacted

use industry standard terminology.

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

effects of wind and rain on wind chill

effects of wind shear and wind chill exposure

enterprise and industry policies for monitoring weather and climate conditions, and recording and reporting weather and climate conditions

weather and climate conditions impact upon farming and grazing activities

effects of wind chill on metabolism of animals

effects of prolonged dry periods on pastures and animal production, and natural resources

effects of extreme heat on animals, including during birthing, and effects of heat stress on neonates

work health and safety requirements and practices, especially as they relate to weather and climate monitoring and preparations for hazardous weather

sustainability practices in the context of own work.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs
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
Clarify work instructions with supervisor 
Select and use tools and equipment and carry out pre-operational safety checks 
Select and use personal protective equipment 
Identify hazards and inform supervisor 
Identify and action work health and safety policies and procedures and legislative requirements 
Check weather and climate information to determine likely conditions 
Recognise changed weather and climate situations 
Anticipate likely impact of changes in weather and climate in respect to work tasks, safety of others, property, natural resources and local environment 
Report anticipated impact of weather and climate to supervisor 
Disseminate information and advice to relevant personnel 
Determine the preventative action required according to the known effects on livestock, crops and work tasks 
Implement actions to minimise loss and damage 
Adjust livestock, horticultural or crop management program or schedule of work tasks according to weather and climatic changes 
Access regular updates to determine ongoing suitability of current programs 
Review the viability of livestock, horticultural or crop management practices to ensure suitability within meteorological conditions 
Research forecasting techniques to maintain currency of information 
Document relevant information 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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