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. Monitor forestry operations | 1.1 Establish and maintain communication with others in line with forestry operations requirements. 1.2 Monitor tasks in a safe manner in line with legislative requirements and environmental management systems, organisational policies and procedures. 1.3 Monitor organisation of duties, practices, equipment and materials in line with WHS requirements and organisational procedures. |
2. Review improvement opportunities | 2.1 Review operational plans and site practices for potential improvement, modifications and time savings. 2.2 Monitor and record community and organisational environmental goals. 2.3 Monitor training and operational controls to ensure they are in line with workplace procedures. 2.4 Record and report recommendations for improvement for resourcing requirements. 2.5 Plans to introduce change in consultation with appropriate personnel. |
3. Develop new and flexible approaches | 3.1 Develop and trial new systems and technologies on site following WHS requirements and in line with site requirements. 3.2 Check new systems for effective improvements or time savings, modify and communicate to appropriate personnel for implementation. 3.3 Monitor and care for the environment through integration into all day-to-day activities. 3.4 Conduct progress reviews to assess impact of improvement and on the environment. 3.5 Record and report forestry operation procedures in line with workplace procedures. |
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:
follow applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to monitoring and reviewing forestry operations
follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to monitoring and reviewing forestry operations
monitor and review operational policies and procedures within the organisation
develop new and flexible approaches for conducting forestry operations
measure improvement outcomes.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for monitoring and reviewing forestry operations
environmental protection and care requirements including:
environmental sustainability
protection of water courses and water quality
soil and salinity management
reduction and disposal of waste
energy efficiency
biodiversity and habitat protection
conservation of natural resources
fire management
organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures relevant to monitoring and reviewing forestry operations
sustainable procurement practices, including selecting products and services on the basis of how they minimise and monitor their impact on the environment
types of equipment used in forestry operations, their procedures for use, operation and maintenance
forestry operations, techniques and technology, including:
improvement of timber technology methodologies
on-site forestry operations
ancillary forest operations
environmental risks and hazard identification
environmental management systems, including:
compliance, improvement and prevention
continuous cycle of plan, implement, monitor, review and improve environmental practices and systems
established communication channels and protocols
procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.
The following resources must be made available:
access to a forestry operation
applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to monitoring and reviewing forestry operations.
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.