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NWPSOU028
Prepare and report on data related to flood operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to analyse and model data relating to flooding, develop effective management and warning systems, and communicate the outcomes concisely and effectively.

This unit applies to those working as planners and managers in water organisations with responsibility for the preparation of flood management strategies and flood warning systems.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously with management responsibilities, while performing complex tasks in familiar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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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 section.

1. Analyse rainfall and run-off regimes

1.1 Access and interpret historical rainfall run-off and flooding regimes of specific catchments.

1.2 Study records to determine previous rainfall amounts, durations and time taken to reach catchment.

1.3 Model simulated, hypothetical or estimated rainfall intensity data and model catchment.

1.4 Collate, manipulate and interpret data.

2. Estimate flooding

2.1 Estimate and record flood levels, extents and flow rates using organisational techniques and guidelines.

2.2 Assess and record flood hazard.

3. Determine management and warning systems

3.1 Evaluate the roles of storage and/or retarding basins safety and flood attenuation strategies.

3.2 Evaluate current flood classifications and impacts.

3.3 Formulate planning controls for flood plain or waterway management.

3.4 Evaluate current flood warning systems.

3.5 Recommend or develop changes to existing flood plain or waterway management controls and warning systems.

4. Report and communicate recommendations

4.1 Collate, analyse and record information.

4.2 Prepare and present reports.

4.3 Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

using mathematical techniques to analyse and model flood data

communicating with a range of stakeholders

analysing and developing flood mitigation warning systems and strategies

developing critical flood warning systems

developing strategies to mitigate the impact of potential future floods

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

catchment hydrology principles

water flow measurement, flow routing

relevant legislation, by-laws and planning schemes

mathematical calculation

cultural environment

occupational health and safety and environmental legislation, Acts and procedures

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 section.

1. Analyse rainfall and run-off regimes

1.1 Access and interpret historical rainfall run-off and flooding regimes of specific catchments.

1.2 Study records to determine previous rainfall amounts, durations and time taken to reach catchment.

1.3 Model simulated, hypothetical or estimated rainfall intensity data and model catchment.

1.4 Collate, manipulate and interpret data.

2. Estimate flooding

2.1 Estimate and record flood levels, extents and flow rates using organisational techniques and guidelines.

2.2 Assess and record flood hazard.

3. Determine management and warning systems

3.1 Evaluate the roles of storage and/or retarding basins safety and flood attenuation strategies.

3.2 Evaluate current flood classifications and impacts.

3.3 Formulate planning controls for flood plain or waterway management.

3.4 Evaluate current flood warning systems.

3.5 Recommend or develop changes to existing flood plain or waterway management controls and warning systems.

4. Report and communicate recommendations

4.1 Collate, analyse and record information.

4.2 Prepare and present reports.

4.3 Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

using mathematical techniques to analyse and model flood data

communicating with a range of stakeholders

analysing and developing flood mitigation warning systems and strategies

developing critical flood warning systems

developing strategies to mitigate the impact of potential future floods

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

catchment hydrology principles

water flow measurement, flow routing

relevant legislation, by-laws and planning schemes

mathematical calculation

cultural environment

occupational health and safety and environmental legislation, Acts and procedures

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access and interpret historical rainfall run-off and flooding regimes of specific catchments. 
Study records to determine previous rainfall amounts, durations and time taken to reach catchment. 
Model simulated, hypothetical or estimated rainfall intensity data and model catchment. 
Collate, manipulate and interpret data. 
Estimate and record flood levels, extents and flow rates using organisational techniques and guidelines. 
Assess and record flood hazard. 
Evaluate the roles of storage and/or retarding basins safety and flood attenuation strategies. 
Evaluate current flood classifications and impacts. 
Formulate planning controls for flood plain or waterway management. 
Evaluate current flood warning systems. 
Recommend or develop changes to existing flood plain or waterway management controls and warning systems. 
Collate, analyse and record information. 
Prepare and present reports. 
Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. 
Access and interpret historical rainfall run-off and flooding regimes of specific catchments. 
Study records to determine previous rainfall amounts, durations and time taken to reach catchment. 
Model simulated, hypothetical or estimated rainfall intensity data and model catchment. 
Collate, manipulate and interpret data. 
Estimate and record flood levels, extents and flow rates using organisational techniques and guidelines. 
Assess and record flood hazard. 
Evaluate the roles of storage and/or retarding basins safety and flood attenuation strategies. 
Evaluate current flood classifications and impacts. 
Formulate planning controls for flood plain or waterway management. 
Evaluate current flood warning systems. 
Recommend or develop changes to existing flood plain or waterway management controls and warning systems. 
Collate, analyse and record information. 
Prepare and present reports. 
Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. 

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