Elements and Performance Criteria
- Collect information
- Site location and relevant details are provided or acquired.
- Site maps and plans are sourced where available and reviewed.
- Scope of inspection is identified in line with client-stakeholder needs and local regulations.
- Climate and weather conditions are ascertained from historical data.
- Where required, formal approval is sought to visit site.
- Covenants are identified and recorded.
- Remote sensing systems are checked for status.
- Prepare for a site visit
- All requirements for inspection are identified and prepared.
- Methods and forms for recording inspection are planned and available for use.
- Scope of proposed work is evaluated and field notes prepared to checklist specific concerns.
- Environmental conditions are evaluated in preparation for likely site conditions.
- Traffic management requirements are considered where required.
- Conduct site inspection
- Site orientation is undertaken and ownership and site boundaries are verified.
- Site hazards for a site inspection are identified, risk assessed and appropriate controls implemented.
- Site dimensions and gradients are identified, estimated and recorded.
- Soil types are identified from soil identification reference chart guidelines.
- Soil samples are field tested and detailed notes recorded for analysis of potential problems.
- Relevant vegetation is inspected to determine the identity, health, condition and location.
- Observable signs of fauna are investigated.
- Existing on-site services and adjacent site features are identified and recorded.
- Document information