Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for monitoring
- Determine frequency of assessment for particular forest area, and calculate size of sample area from inventory programs, budgets and organisational guidelines.
- Research and record types of regeneration for the location to be assessed.
- Select methods of measurement of regeneration measurement according to the forest management plan.
- Identify and follow site environmental protection measures in the course of the monitoring
- Implement assessment of regeneration rates
- Select method of assessment according to the forest type, and local, environmental and organisational guidelines.
- Coordinate people, materials and equipment for the assessment.
- Develop a schedule for the assessment in conjunction with other relevant forest operations personnel.
- Obtain necessary permits or licences required for the assessment.
- Direct personnel undertake the assessment and collect the data on regeneration rates.
- Interpret, translate and report on data retrieved from the assessment.
- Monitor and review assessment
- Ensure compliance with environmental protection measures, relevant legislation and regulations.
- Communicate with operational staff and contractors during the assessment phase to ensure smooth operation and progress
- Monitor and review operational activities and consult operational staff and contractors for potential improvements
- Review assessment method for potential improvements.
- Record and report on assessment results according to organisational procedures.