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SISXRES001
Conduct sustainable work practices in open spaces

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct work in open spaces while upholding sustainable practices. This unit requires the ability to conduct research of the current land condition, capability, uses and practices, and develop and implement strategies to achieve sustainable practices for outdoor programs and activities.

This unit applies to operation or program managers who are responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating sport, recreation or fitness programs and activities across a range of activity areas. They work autonomously with responsibility for management of resources and upholding of sustainable work practices.

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

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan sustainable activities for work in open spaces.

1.1 Determine opportunities and options for using open space within the local community.

1.2 Review and document relevant codes of practice and local government requirements for use of open space.

1.3 Consult with colleagues and other stakeholders about issues of responsibility for environmental and social sustainability.

2. Conduct minimal impact activities.

2.1 Select and use minimal impact techniques and procedures appropriate to the area.

2.2 Conduct activities using positive sustainable outcomes for local communities and environments.

2.3 Advise clients of appropriate behaviours in open space environments and address any unacceptable behaviours.

3. Monitor impacts and changes.

3.1 Monitor and record changes in the natural environment using appropriate technology.

3.2 Collect environmental information on behalf of environmental agencies or local government as required.

3.3 Advise appropriate authorities of environmental and social change promptly.

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.

1. Plan sustainable activities for work in open spaces.

1.1 Determine opportunities and options for using open space within the local community.

1.2 Review and document relevant codes of practice and local government requirements for use of open space.

1.3 Consult with colleagues and other stakeholders about issues of responsibility for environmental and social sustainability.

2. Conduct minimal impact activities.

2.1 Select and use minimal impact techniques and procedures appropriate to the area.

2.2 Conduct activities using positive sustainable outcomes for local communities and environments.

2.3 Advise clients of appropriate behaviours in open space environments and address any unacceptable behaviours.

3. Monitor impacts and changes.

3.1 Monitor and record changes in the natural environment using appropriate technology.

3.2 Collect environmental information on behalf of environmental agencies or local government as required.

3.3 Advise appropriate authorities of environmental and social change promptly.

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Observation Checklist

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Determine opportunities and options for using open space within the local community. 
Review and document relevant codes of practice and local government requirements for use of open space. 
Consult with colleagues and other stakeholders about issues of responsibility for environmental and social sustainability. 
Select and use minimal impact techniques and procedures appropriate to the area. 
Conduct activities using positive sustainable outcomes for local communities and environments. 
Advise clients of appropriate behaviours in open space environments and address any unacceptable behaviours. 
Monitor and record changes in the natural environment using appropriate technology. 
Collect environmental information on behalf of environmental agencies or local government as required. 
Advise appropriate authorities of environmental and social change promptly. 
Determine opportunities and options for using open space within the local community. 
Review and document relevant codes of practice and local government requirements for use of open space. 
Consult with colleagues and other stakeholders about issues of responsibility for environmental and social sustainability. 
Select and use minimal impact techniques and procedures appropriate to the area. 
Conduct activities using positive sustainable outcomes for local communities and environments. 
Advise clients of appropriate behaviours in open space environments and address any unacceptable behaviours. 
Monitor and record changes in the natural environment using appropriate technology. 
Collect environmental information on behalf of environmental agencies or local government as required. 
Advise appropriate authorities of environmental and social change promptly. 

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