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 describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Establish the overall requirements of the field activities | 1.1 | Identify key stakeholders along with their potential interests, sensitivities, roles and responsibilities |
| 1.2 | Clarify the purpose and general objectives of the field activities with stakeholders and the level/detail of information required |
| 1.3 | Identify and accurately interpret all statutory requirements that apply to the field activities |
| 1.4 | Identify and interpret all existing workplace requirements associated with field monitoring and/or survey activities |
| 1.5 | Analyse drivers and constraints that may influence field activities |
| 1.6 | Refine and document the detailed objectives of the field activities with senior management and key stakeholders |
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2 | Scope all requirements to collect appropriate data under field conditions | 2.1 | Identify the type, quantity and quality of data needed to meet the defined objectives |
| 2.2 | Identify sites or areas and resources required for all planned field activities |
| 2.3 | Define data quality procedures that must be incorporated in all field activities |
| 2.4 | Identify risks, environmental and safety issues associated with field activities |
| 2.5 | Inspect all sites or areas and assess them against defined requirements and any standards that apply to the field activities |
| 2.6 | Refine and document all requirements necessary to collect appropriate field data |
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3 | Select and adapt field protocols covering the field activities | 3.1 | Identify field protocols that may be suitable for the defined field activities |
| 3.2 | Review and select the most appropriate field protocol for the defined field activities |
| 3.3 | Develop and document detailed methodologies, risk management plans and general time schedules covering all the planned field activities |
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4 | Design and document a detailed implementation plan | 4.1 | Define all staff tasks, roles and responsibilities and the overall staff work program |
| 4.2 | Identify and list all resources needed to undertake all planned field activities and associated pre- and post-field activities |
| 4.3 | Design and document an overall implementation plan covering all workplace field activities |
| 4.4 | Meet with all staff involved and clearly outline the objectives, field methodologies and data quality procedures covered in the implementation plan |
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5 | Prepare a financial budget and staff training and work programs | 5.1 | Develop a detailed budget, including contingencies covering all planned field activities |
| 5.2 | Develop detailed staff work programs for individual field activities in the context of the implementation plan |
| 5.3 | Identify competencies required to undertake all field activities and, if appropriate, develop appropriate training programs for all staff involved in field activities |
Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:
developing at least one (1) set of plans and quality assurance procedures covering multiple environmental field monitoring or survey activities
defining both the purpose of the environmental field activities and establishing their overall requirements
identifying and accurately interpreting relevant policy and statutory requirements
analysing drivers and constraints that may influence field activities
identifying the type, quality and quantity of data needed for defined field activities
clearly documenting the objectives and data quality procedures for field activities
reviewing and selecting appropriate field protocols, monitoring and survey methods
undertaking reconnaissance and evaluation of field sites
responding effectively to changes or unforeseen circumstances
negotiating effectively with stakeholders about multiple issues to reach satisfactory agreements
designing and documenting a final overall implementation plan that includes a budget, work program, quality procedures, training and resource requirements
clearly communicating the details of plans to staff, clients, stakeholders and other relevant parties.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:
requirements of environmental legislation, regulations, policies, planning and assessment procedures relevant to field activities
terminology relevant to defined field activities
the purpose of the field activities, including:
information and analysis required
end users of information
significance of outcomes for broader programs
general field monitoring and survey protocols
common drivers and constraints, such as:
political agendas, social and economic issues
new monitoring protocols
recent environmental impact assessments or audits
media or public concerns
recent judicial decisions
field safety or accident issues
competencies and availability of staff
time available to plan and implement field activities
site-specific field monitoring and survey practices and techniques, data quality procedures for the field activities
current developments in field instrumentation, communication equipment and data storage/analysis systems relevant to field activities
rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in terms of relevant legislation such as work health and safety (WHS), environmental impact assessment and environmental protection
staff training procedures.
Judgment of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).
This unit of competency may be assessed with:
MSL916002 Manage and develop teams
MSL916005 Manage complex projects
Holistic assessment methods include:
review of monitoring and survey plans, quality assurance procedures, field implementation plan and budget prepared by the candidate
feedback from stakeholders that their input was sought and considered by the candidate
feedback from staff and supervisors that plans were clear, comprehensive and able to be implemented effectively and that any training was effective
oral and written questions to assess required knowledge of statutory and workplace requirements for field activities, relevant policies, procedures, protocols and codes of practice
review of the candidate’s responses to simulation exercises, such as management of risks, constraints and resources
observation of the candidate explaining details of plans and field activities to staff and/or conducting training.
Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures and specifications associated with this unit, including, but not limited to:
legislation, regulations, policies, codes of practice, workplace procedures and field protocols
resources required for field activities.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
The assessor must demonstrate both technical competence and currency.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
relevant workplace experience.
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
having consulted with a laboratory about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.