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

AHCNAR502 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct biological surveys

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCNAR502 - Conduct biological surveys
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct biological surveys and produce a biological survey report, according to client requirements and biological components to be surveyed.This unit applies to land restoration managers who provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Carry out preliminary design activities for the biological survey
  • Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client requirements
  • Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements
  • Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints
  • Design survey plan that reflects client requirements and present to client for approval
  • Incorporate work health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan
       
Element: Determine requirements of the biological survey
  • Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection
  • Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative
  • Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design
  • Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and personnel
  • Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design
  • Document survey procedures and schedules and present to appropriate personnel and client for approval
       
Element: Conduct the biological survey
  • Conduct field visit to verify previous data and gather further information on species frequency, distribution and health or habitat values
  • Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design
  • Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and out-of-specification procedures or events
  • Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements
  • Record all monitoring and survey data promptly and accurately according to specifications of the survey design
       
Element: Compile a biological survey report
  • Analyse data and draw conclusions based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments
  • Prepare a biological survey report that describes survey findings according to the survey scope and objectives, identifies areas requiring remedial action for improvement and details recommendations for action
  • Present report to the client
       


Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Carry out preliminary design activities for the biological survey

1.1 Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client requirements

1.2 Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements

1.3 Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints

1.4 Design survey plan that reflects client requirements and present to client for approval

1.5 Incorporate work health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan

2. Determine requirements of the biological survey

2.1 Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection

2.2 Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative

2.3 Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design

2.4 Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and personnel

2.5 Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design

2.6 Document survey procedures and schedules and present to appropriate personnel and client for approval

3. Conduct the biological survey

3.1 Conduct field visit to verify previous data and gather further information on species frequency, distribution and health or habitat values

3.2 Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design

3.3 Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and out-of-specification procedures or events

3.4 Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements

3.5 Record all monitoring and survey data promptly and accurately according to specifications of the survey design

4. Compile a biological survey report

4.1 Analyse data and draw conclusions based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments

4.2 Prepare a biological survey report that describes survey findings according to the survey scope and objectives, identifies areas requiring remedial action for improvement and details recommendations for action

4.3 Present report to the client

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

plan, conduct and report on biological surveys according to client requirements, enterprise policy and industry best practice

identify the scope, objectives and constraints for a biological survey according to client requirements, the biological components to be surveyed and enterprise policy

assess the availability of current data and determine data collection and processing needs

identify biological indicators that are repeatable and statistically representative

develop a survey plan that documents survey methods and indicators

schedule survey activities and establish access to the site

conduct a biological survey with data collection staged and recorded according to the survey plan

produce a biological survey report with detailed analysis and conclusion, including a description and assessment of the specified biological components, in agreed timeframes to client and enterprise standards

design and conduct biological survey in accordance with work health and safety and environmental legislative requirements

ensure survey plan and activities complies with Animal Welfare Codes of Practice

apply work health and safety practices in the context of own work

apply biosecurity measures in the context of own work

apply appropriate sustainability practices in the context of own work

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

biological classification systems

plant and animal recognition relevant to survey area

environmental factors that impact on vegetation and animal populations

requirements for ensuring the welfare of animals described in the relevant Codes of Practice

ecological principles and terminology

energy flows and trophic structures of communities

legal requirements relating to the protection and clearance of vegetation and animal species

assessment, reporting and client liaison procedures and best practice techniques

enterprise work team management guidelines

work health and safety legislative requirements and Codes of Practice

hazard identification, assessment and control measures

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Carry out preliminary design activities for the biological survey

1.1 Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client requirements

1.2 Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements

1.3 Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints

1.4 Design survey plan that reflects client requirements and present to client for approval

1.5 Incorporate work health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan

2. Determine requirements of the biological survey

2.1 Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection

2.2 Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative

2.3 Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design

2.4 Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and personnel

2.5 Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design

2.6 Document survey procedures and schedules and present to appropriate personnel and client for approval

3. Conduct the biological survey

3.1 Conduct field visit to verify previous data and gather further information on species frequency, distribution and health or habitat values

3.2 Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design

3.3 Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and out-of-specification procedures or events

3.4 Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements

3.5 Record all monitoring and survey data promptly and accurately according to specifications of the survey design

4. Compile a biological survey report

4.1 Analyse data and draw conclusions based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments

4.2 Prepare a biological survey report that describes survey findings according to the survey scope and objectives, identifies areas requiring remedial action for improvement and details recommendations for action

4.3 Present report to the client

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
Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client requirements 
Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements 
Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints 
Design survey plan that reflects client requirements and present to client for approval 
Incorporate work health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan 
Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection 
Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative 
Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design 
Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and personnel 
Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design 
Document survey procedures and schedules and present to appropriate personnel and client for approval 
Conduct field visit to verify previous data and gather further information on species frequency, distribution and health or habitat values 
Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design 
Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and out-of-specification procedures or events 
Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements 
Record all monitoring and survey data promptly and accurately according to specifications of the survey design 
Analyse data and draw conclusions based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments 
Prepare a biological survey report that describes survey findings according to the survey scope and objectives, identifies areas requiring remedial action for improvement and details recommendations for action 
Present report to the client 

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