Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCCFI504A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor and report on a Carbon Farming Initiative project

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCCFI504A - Monitor and report on a Carbon Farming Initiative project
Description This unit covers the monitoring, calculation, verification and reporting of abatement for Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) projects in compliance with the requirements of the approved CFI methodology within the required reporting timeframe.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit applies to carbon service providers responsible for ensuring that greenhouse gas abatement is accurately measured and reported in accordance with relevant carbon farming methodologies. Assessment must be undertaken in the context of at least one approved CFI methodology relevant to the subject matter of the Skill Set the unit is being taught under. This unit does not cover auditing a project.When this unit is taught as part of the following Skill Sets, it applies in the context of the methodologies relevant to the particular Skill Set. It should also apply the skills and knowledge applicable to new approved CFI methodologies relevant to these Skill Sets as they become available:Carbon Farming Initiative Vegetation Project Implementer Skill SetCarbon Farming Initiative Livestock Project Implementer Skill SetCarbon Farming Initiative Waste or Manure Project Implementer Skill SetCarbon Farming Initiative Soil or Biochar Project Implementer Skill SetCarbon Farming Initiative Savannah Burning, Feral Animal or Rangelands Project Implementer Skill SetCarbon Farming Initiative Soil or Crops Emissions Avoidance Project Implementer Skill Set
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites AHCCFI501 Provide technical advice on the Carbon Farming Initiative
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Monitor a CFI project
  • Procedures and requirements of the methodology for monitoring abatement and collecting data are confirmed and observed
  • Systems and procedures for accurately measuring and recording project abatement are outlined
  • Procedures for maintaining records of procedures undertaken and abatement achieved under a CFI project are specified
  • Equipment maintenance and calibration requirements are established
  • Project audit requirements and the providers of audit services are detailed
  • Equipment, technology and procedures for undertaking the monitoring are prepared and checked
       
Element: Verify collected data
  • Data are collected and organised in a format suitable for calculating abatement and determining whether relevant methodology requirements have been met
  • Methods of data analysis are reliable and compliant with the carbon farming methodology and any other relevant regulatory requirements
  • Appropriate records are kept
  • Abatement is calculated in accordance with the requirements of the methodology
       
Element: Submit an offsets report
  • An offsets report is prepared as prescribed in the regulations and by the relevant methodology determination
  • An audit of the offsets report is commissioned
  • The Certificate of Entitlement form is completed
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

monitor a CFI project using appropriate methods and tools

collect and verify data

prepare and submit offset reports and relevant forms

commission a compliance audit

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must be undertaken in the context of the relevant CFI methodologies.

Assessment resources must be developed to determine the candidate’s depth and breadth of knowledge of the CFI monitoring and reporting requirements as well as their ability to monitor and report on a carbon farming project.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observing processes and procedures in workplaces

oral or written questioning on required knowledge and skills

evaluating workplace documents and samples of work

simulated projects, scenarios or case studies

obtaining and validating third party references and reports

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment with other units relevant to the job role is recommended.

The unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

administration and management skills to:

manage documents

manage time, including planning and prioritising work

communication skills to:

liaise with others, share information, seek advice and guidance

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

determine and confirm client requirements, using questioning and active listening strategies

communicate with clients and contacts

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

read and interpret documentation from a variety of sources

complete documentation accurately

access, interpret and manage complex information

IT & technology skills to access and use appropriate software, such as spread sheets and databases

technical skills to:

use carbon methodology tools

interpret the methodology data collection, abatement calculation and verification requirements

interpersonal skills to:

establish rapport with clients

relate to people from diverse backgrounds and people with diverse abilities

positively interact with clients and other stakeholders, including regulatory personnel and technical experts

establish networks with relevant technical experts

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

procedures and requirements of the relevant methodologies for:

collecting data, monitoring and reporting on abatement

calculating abatement

equipment and technology and required standards for undertaking the monitoring

data verification

offsets report preparation as prescribed in the regulations and/or by the relevant methodology determination

requirements of the Certificate of Entitlement

types of records required to be kept

requirements for an audit report as specified in the project declaration, the relevant methodology and the CFI legislation

project proponent responsibilities for an audit report

how to engage a CFI auditor

requirements and role of a CFI auditor

requirements of an audit report

National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 and National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Regulations 2008

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

An approved offset methodology includes:

a methodology for which a determination has been made under the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011

Carbon service provider includes:

a person who provides advice about participation in or develops or manages a project under the Australian Government’s Carbon Farming Initiative

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Procedures and requirements of the methodology for monitoring abatement and collecting data are confirmed and observed 
Systems and procedures for accurately measuring and recording project abatement are outlined 
Procedures for maintaining records of procedures undertaken and abatement achieved under a CFI project are specified 
Equipment maintenance and calibration requirements are established 
Project audit requirements and the providers of audit services are detailed 
Equipment, technology and procedures for undertaking the monitoring are prepared and checked 
Data are collected and organised in a format suitable for calculating abatement and determining whether relevant methodology requirements have been met 
Methods of data analysis are reliable and compliant with the carbon farming methodology and any other relevant regulatory requirements 
Appropriate records are kept 
Abatement is calculated in accordance with the requirements of the methodology 
An offsets report is prepared as prescribed in the regulations and by the relevant methodology determination 
An audit of the offsets report is commissioned 
The Certificate of Entitlement form is completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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