Required skills

analysing recording and reporting scientific data and samples to enhance research and fisheries and environmental management

critical thinking to identify and analyse trends and other nonstandard findings from data collection and to draw logical conclusions as to likely causes and effects

presenting and recording data and findings in formats appropriate for scientific and management uses

reporting the results of observations during cruises to interested stakeholders

Literacy skills used for

preparing reports and presentations

Numeracy skills used for

conducting measurements estimations and analyses of data and samples collected during onboard observations

Required knowledge

environmental management procedures regulations and codes of practice relevant to the specific sector within the seafood industry

statistical analyses

ESD principles and practices

commercial fisheries and unique aspects relevant to the fishery sector or geographic area

fisheries management methodologies and associated data requirements

fisheries research methodologies and the application of scientific data

inductive and deductive reasoning processes

work regime and typical equipment used to collect data on target species product and likely bycatch

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to analyse data from onboard observations and to draw reasonable conclusions about the impact of fishing on the resource the ecosystem and the wider environment

Assessment must confirm the ability to

apply basic statistical analyses to raw data

follow relevant plans procedures and protocols

perform relevant calculations and analyses of data and samples collected

present results in formats suitable for scientific and management purposes

recognise nonstandard samples and observations and assess possible causes and effects

report findings that identify and provide possible explanations for unusual observations

Assessment must confirm knowledge of

analytical techniques

basic statistical analyses

biological sampling techniques and other data collection methodologies

fisheries and environmental management strategies

fisheries research methodologies and the use of scientific data

the Australian fishing industry including major species fishing methods and equipment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment

Resources may include

relevant documentation such as

data collection and sampling plans

observation procedures and protocols

recording and reporting forms

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

examples of records and reports prepared by the candidate to illustrate analytical and reasoning capability

practical exercises involving the analysis of sets of data and samples to identify trends and likely impacts on resources

thirdparty reports including reports from cruise crew members fisheries managers and scientists

written or oral shortanswer questions to assess underpinning knowledge

Guidance information for assessment

This unit may be assessed holistically with other units in the Observer Skill Set

SFIOBSVB Monitor and record fishing operations

SFIOBSV301B Monitor and record fishing operations

SFIOBSVB Collect reliable scientific data and samples

SFIOBSV302B Collect reliable scientific data and samples

SFIOBSVB Collect routine fishery management data

SFIOBSV303B Collect routine fishery management data.

Relevant government regulations, licensing and other compliance requirements are followed including:

OHS guidelines may include:

ESD principles may include:

Scientific quantities may include:

Methods of analyses may include:

Possible cause and effect issues may include:

Appropriate formats may include:

Communication channels may include: