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. Conduct risk assessment for managing tree inventory | 1.1 Research and analyse sustainable tree management requirements. 1.2 Identify resources and site characteristics. 1.3 Research and assess external influences on tree inventory. 1.4 Identify risks and potential outcomes related to identified resources and site characteristics and document risk management strategy. |
2. Obtain approvals for development of tree inventory plan | 2.1 Consult stakeholders and obtain support for development of tree inventory plan and management approach. 2.2 Obtain approval for identified inventory plan and management approach. |
3. Prepare tree inventory plan for sustainable forest management | 3.1 Identify administrative tools, physical resources and recording methodology. 3.2 Identify forest estate and associated management requirements. 3.3 Forecast required human and financial resources to manage inventory. 3.4 Establish quality assurance practices for collecting, documenting and verifying data. 3.5 Clearly document plan and communicate to appropriate personnel. |
4. Manage the implementation of tree inventory plan | 4.1 Explain inventory plan requirements and responsibilities to participating stakeholders. 4.2 Provide stakeholder support to ensure quality outcomes and objectives are met. 4.3 Monitor finances and resources and maintain record keeping systems. 4.4 Monitor risks and implement contingency management processes. |
5. Evaluate tree inventory plan | 5.1 Collect, analyse and store data about tree inventory in line with organisational procedures. 5.2 Identify and investigate variations in tree inventory outcomes and objectives. 5.3 Consult appropriate stakeholders on variation between desired results and actual outcomes. 5.4 Evaluate outcomes and processes against tree inventory plan. 5.5 Prepare recommendations for future plans based on consultation and analysis. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, and must be able to provide evidence that they can:
Develop a comprehensive written plan to manage sustainability tree inventory for a given site.
Incorporate these inclusions in the plan:
risk management strategy to manage and minimise risks
quality assurance practices for collecting, documenting and verifying data
required data collection and administrative tools
required human resources and responsibilities
data recording methodology
recording and reporting procedures.
For a specified period, analyse data and record and report on the following types of outcomes:
established growth rates
established volumes
forecasted outputs
forecasted sustainability
monitored sustainability
preserved forest sustainability.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the tree inventory plan and complete a report including recommendations for improving future plans and tree management approach.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
Role of wood or waste products in generating renewable energy through biomass.
Behavioural characteristics of a range of tree species.
Silvicultural practices associated with management objectives.
Key sustainability indicators for tree management.
Key content and application of mensuration theory.
Risks involved managing a sustainable tree inventory and methods used to minimise impacts, including:
biological
pests and diseases
weather and climate change
economic risk
erosion
fire
market failure
natural disaster
sabotage
water
structural failure.
External influences and how they impact on managing a sustainable tree inventory, including:
international and Australian forestry and environmental standards
state, territory and local laws
advisory standards and codes of practice
land tenure and access
neighbouring tenure and access
habitat
cultural and heritage sites
agriforestry arrangements
fire management
data availability
human resource skills and availability.
Purpose, features and application of inventory management tools, including:
measuring or diameter tapes
dataloggers and laptops
log sheets
compass
clinometer
height sticks
prisms
mobile GPS
maps
survey and title data
survey equipment
gantt charts
flow charts.
Key features and benefits of different recording methodologies, including:
dataloggers
log sheets
manual or electronic data transfer
analytical techniques and formulae
radio, UV, laser advanced technology
digital dataloggers and laptop computers
desk or field surveys
testing and calibration records.
Organisational procedures specific to managing sustainable tree inventory:
communication reporting lines
database management and document control.
The following resources must be made available:
Computers, keyboards, printers and software used to document plans and reports.
Administrative tools and equipment for managing sustainable tree inventory:
filing systems
field templates
operational manual
land access information
gantt charts
flow charts.
Documents and commonly used proformas used to document risk management strategies and tree inventory plans.
Organisational procedures for managing sustainable tree inventory.
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.