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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan field surveying operation.
   • Field surveying objectives, principal work activities and site location are identified in consultation with appropriate persons.
   • Logistical considerations are planned according to location, duration and size of field trip, and resupply requirements.
   • Maps, photographs and other available data are used in planning activities.
   • Equipment and supplies are selected and prepared according to field surveying objectives, and health and safety requirements.
2. Carry out field surveying activities.
   • Vehicles are prepared and equipment and supplies loaded and secured according to organisational requirements.
   • Surveying field site is located, prepared and maintained according to organisational requirements.
   • Surveying activities are conducted according to operation objectives and timeframes, and health and safety requirements.
   • Contingency procedures are implemented in the event of emergencies and unforeseen hazards according to organisational requirements.
   • Environmental impact from field activities is minimised and waste disposed of according to organisational requirements.
3. Finalise field surveying operation.
   • Equipment is unloaded, cleaned and stored according to organisational requirements.
   • Equipment is checked and necessary repairs organised and reported according to organisational requirements.
   • Required documentation is completed according to organisational requirements.

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Appropriate persons must include at least one of the following:	experienced colleague qualified surveyor supervisor or line manager.

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Performance Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also:

plan two field surveying operations

carry out field service tasks during one of the above planned operations.

While planning and conducting the above field surveying operations, the person must:

assess field operation objectives to identify equipment and supply requirements

comply with health and safety requirements when carrying out field service tasks by:

following procedures in the event of an emergency

identifying potential hazards and applying risk management strategies

inspecting equipment to ensure it is in safe working order

comply with legislation and regulations when disposing of waste, and if using vehicles

comply with organisational requirements when using and storing equipment and resources, and completing records and documentation

monitor surveying activities to ensure planned schedules and objectives are met

plan for logistical considerations to:

allow for contingencies in the event of adverse weather conditions and emergencies

arrange an appropriate method of communication and transport to and from the site

arrange appropriate amounts of equipment and supplies

locate an appropriate field site

select and use the tools and equipment specified in the assessment conditions, to conduct field operation activities.

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Knowledge Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

emergency procedures, particularly survival procedures when working in remote and isolated areas

methods of communication in an emergency situation, including procedures for using distress beacons

organisational procedures for using equipment and instruments when carrying out surveying field service tasks

procedures for communicating with emergency services personnel

procedures for minimising the impact on the environment from field work activities

requirements for survival kits

project management techniques and their application to field surveying work.

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