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.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Identify and follow legal and procedural requirements | 1.1 Identify workplace health and safety, environmental and organisational requirements relevant to working effectively in the forest and forest products industry. 1.2 Check organisational requirements relating to work order. 1.3 Identify organisation’s quality standards. |
2. Prioritise and complete daily work activities | 2.1 Check own role and clarify responsibilities. 2.2 Identify, prioritise and complete work tasks within designated timeframes according to work order. 2.3 Review factors negatively affecting the achievement of work tasks and report to appropriate personnel. 2.4 Select equipment appropriate to work task requirements and use it according to manufacturer instructions. 2.5 Work consistently with organisational and legal requirements for diversity, access and equity, and equal employment opportunity. |
3. Identify and access future learning opportunities | 3.1 Actively seek feedback on performance to identify areas for improvement. 3.2 Undertake professional development in line with organisational procedures. 3.3 Seek support to assist and improve own performance to achieve personal and organisational goals and objectives. 3.4 Record and report information regarding learning and competency development in line with organisational requirements. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:
complete required tasks that:
meet agreed timelines
follow organisational protocols
meet expected standards for performance
follow workplace health and safety procedures
follow organisational policies and procedures.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
life cycle of forests and wood products
concept of sustainable forest management
role of forests, forestry and wood products in carbon capture and storage
workplace safety and emergency procedures including:
personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first aid equipment
fire fighting equipment
hazard and risk control
fatigue management
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying and machine guarding
environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material
organisational structure, reporting channels and procedures for recording workplace information
established communication channels and protocols
terms and conditions of employment
types of tools and equipment relevant to the work role, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance
applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the specific job role in forestry operations.
The following resources must be made available:
job specifications and work order
organisational policies and procedures.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.