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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for implementation of forest establishment plan
   • Review local authority coverage, land owning boundaries, and forest design plan.
   • Identify forest location including map and grid references.
   • Check land use zoning and planning permits for approval status.
   • Check site environmental protection measures.
2. Implement forest establishment plan
   • Select method of establishment to meet requirements of the forest type, and environmental and organisational guidelines.
   • Select forest type and available species for establishment.
   • Identify topography and how this will impact forest.
   • Direct operational activities and schedule activities, material and equipment.
   • Coordinate forest design and planting strategy to establish the forest
3. Monitor and review forest establishment plan
   • Inspect correct implementations of environmental protection measures for the landscape, soil and drainage.
   • Communicate with operational staff, clients and contractors during the establishment phase to ensure smooth operation and progress
   • Monitor operational activities for potential improvements
   • Record and report on implementation of forest establishment plan.

Range Statement

Not Applicable

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Performance Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow organisational policies and procedures relating to the implementation of a forest establishment plan

obtain and interpret topographical maps, information from local government and information about environmental requirements for forests

prepare, implement and review a forest establishment plan that includes:

forest layout

protected areas

access

harvesting considerations

environmental sustainability issues

minimising environmental impact

coordinate personnel to undertake activities to meet established timelines

produce a report on the outcomes of the implementation of a forest plan that includes:

difficulties

costs

data analysis

efficiency and effectiveness

results

recommendations for future work

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Knowledge Evidence

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental protection requirements for the establishment of a forest including the following

ground growth

canopy

general forest lean

wind speed and direction

fallen trees

density of trees

ground slope

soil and water protection

ground hazards

obstacles

drainage

organisational policies and procedures for implementing a forest establishment plan

how wood generates renewable energy through biomass

forest establishment and planning procedures including:

forest design and map details

site preparation

access considerations

planting for forest or streamside:

buffers

filter strips

contours

gullies

crossing points

environmental considerations, including protection of:

habitat

rainforest

flora and fauna

landscape

excluded areas

rubbish removal

and preparation of:

permanent roads

temporary roads

landings

dumps

snig tracks

forwarding tracks

adjoining land

wet weather restrictions

fire protection requirements.

forest design and planting strategies

regeneration principles and methods

topography including:

terrain levels

soil types

contours

elevations

slopes

gullies

adjoining land parcels

land use zoning and relevant approvals and permits including:

private zoning

government zoning

resources, tools and equipment used for the implementation of a forest plan, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks.

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