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AHCNRM506 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plan and monitor works projects in catchments and waterways

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCNRM506 - Plan and monitor works projects in catchments and waterways
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, implement, monitor and review works projects conducted in catchments and waterways. This includes engaging and working with stakeholders and ensuring works meet environmental and project outcomes and priorities.This unit applies to those engaged in contract project works in catchments and waterways who take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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: Inspect and assess catchment and waterways sites for inclusion in a works program
  • Establish the environmental outcomes and priorities of the works program
  • Apply work health and safety policies and procedures, environmentally sustainable practices and biosecurity measures
  • Confirm the physical characteristics and health of catchment and waterways with a site assessment
  • Assess the range of operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on proposed projects
  • Assess the heritage and cultural values of sites
  • Consult potential project partners and investors on the scope and purpose of the works program
       
Element: Plan works project
  • Consult with stakeholders to determine project priorities
  • Obtain permits, licenses and other authorisations
  • Determine and source equipment and materials and personnel required for project
  • Confirm terms and conditions of project work with project partners and investors
  • Prepare plans and specifications for works project
  • Complete project documentation and communicate details
       
Element: Monitor works project
  • Establish monitoring program that includes selecting representative water quality and macro invertebrate monitoring sites using data collection guidelines, data collection parameters and timelines
  • Establish data benchmarks for evaluating the outcomes of project
  • Ensure the ongoing requirements of contractors and project workers are met
  • Provide appropriate and timely support
  • Monitor the condition of the project site to ensure it is left in an agreed condition
  • Report outcomes of monitoring to enterprise requirements
       
Element: Review works program
  • Evaluate individual projects to ensure compliance with agreed outcomes
  • Determine whether projects are meeting the environmental targets
  • Recommend changes to the works program to better achieve catchment and waterways priorities
  • Use a relational data management system for recording monitoring data and reporting to stakeholders
       


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.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Inspect and assess catchment and waterways sites for inclusion in a works program

1.1 Establish the environmental outcomes and priorities of the works program

1.2 Apply work health and safety policies and procedures, environmentally sustainable practices and biosecurity measures

1.3 Confirm the physical characteristics and health of catchment and waterways with a site assessment

1.4 Assess the range of operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on proposed projects

1.5 Assess the heritage and cultural values of sites

1.6 Consult potential project partners and investors on the scope and purpose of the works program

2. Plan works project

2.1 Consult with stakeholders to determine project priorities

2.2 Obtain permits, licenses and other authorisations

2.3 Determine and source equipment and materials and personnel required for project

2.4 Confirm terms and conditions of project work with project partners and investors

2.5 Prepare plans and specifications for works project

2.6 Complete project documentation and communicate details

3. Monitor works project

3.1 Establish monitoring program that includes selecting representative water quality and macro invertebrate monitoring sites using data collection guidelines, data collection parameters and timelines

3.2 Establish data benchmarks for evaluating the outcomes of project

3.3 Ensure the ongoing requirements of contractors and project workers are met

3.4 Provide appropriate and timely support

3.5 Monitor the condition of the project site to ensure it is left in an agreed condition

3.6 Report outcomes of monitoring to enterprise requirements

4. Review works program

4.1 Evaluate individual projects to ensure compliance with agreed outcomes

4.2 Determine whether projects are meeting the environmental targets

4.3 Recommend changes to the works program to better achieve catchment and waterways priorities

4.4 Use a relational data management system for recording monitoring data and reporting to stakeholders

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:

apply effective consultation techniques to ensure stakeholder contribution to project priorities

research and determine the environmental conditions of project worksites in relation to the wider catchment

undertake consultation with stakeholders

work with and support project partners during project implementation

develop waterway monitoring program that includes selecting representative water quality and macro invertebrate monitoring sites

monitor project to ensure it is meeting regulatory requirements

evaluate the impact of projects on sustainable catchment management

determine the physical and human resources necessary for project success

determine suitable monitoring procedures that will provide sufficient information for evaluation and review of the project

evaluate the environmental benefits of the works program using existing techniques and reporting guidelines

complete reporting requirements to enterprise standards and to meet the needs of stakeholders, partners and investors

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of physical characteristics and indicators of health of waterways and catchments, including:

wetland and floodplain processes and function:

factors that influence stream flow

stream dynamics

stream formation

eutrophication

impacts of land use on waterways

indicators of catchment health:

pest plant and animal infestations

vegetation decline

soil erosion

stream bank erosion

water quality decline

water quality parameters:

physical and chemical properties of water

biological indicators of water quality

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

project planning processes

permits and licences required for on-ground works

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Inspect and assess catchment and waterways sites for inclusion in a works program

1.1 Establish the environmental outcomes and priorities of the works program

1.2 Apply work health and safety policies and procedures, environmentally sustainable practices and biosecurity measures

1.3 Confirm the physical characteristics and health of catchment and waterways with a site assessment

1.4 Assess the range of operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on proposed projects

1.5 Assess the heritage and cultural values of sites

1.6 Consult potential project partners and investors on the scope and purpose of the works program

2. Plan works project

2.1 Consult with stakeholders to determine project priorities

2.2 Obtain permits, licenses and other authorisations

2.3 Determine and source equipment and materials and personnel required for project

2.4 Confirm terms and conditions of project work with project partners and investors

2.5 Prepare plans and specifications for works project

2.6 Complete project documentation and communicate details

3. Monitor works project

3.1 Establish monitoring program that includes selecting representative water quality and macro invertebrate monitoring sites using data collection guidelines, data collection parameters and timelines

3.2 Establish data benchmarks for evaluating the outcomes of project

3.3 Ensure the ongoing requirements of contractors and project workers are met

3.4 Provide appropriate and timely support

3.5 Monitor the condition of the project site to ensure it is left in an agreed condition

3.6 Report outcomes of monitoring to enterprise requirements

4. Review works program

4.1 Evaluate individual projects to ensure compliance with agreed outcomes

4.2 Determine whether projects are meeting the environmental targets

4.3 Recommend changes to the works program to better achieve catchment and waterways priorities

4.4 Use a relational data management system for recording monitoring data and reporting to stakeholders

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
Establish the environmental outcomes and priorities of the works program 
Apply work health and safety policies and procedures, environmentally sustainable practices and biosecurity measures 
Confirm the physical characteristics and health of catchment and waterways with a site assessment 
Assess the range of operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on proposed projects 
Assess the heritage and cultural values of sites 
Consult potential project partners and investors on the scope and purpose of the works program 
Consult with stakeholders to determine project priorities 
Obtain permits, licenses and other authorisations 
Determine and source equipment and materials and personnel required for project 
Confirm terms and conditions of project work with project partners and investors 
Prepare plans and specifications for works project 
Complete project documentation and communicate details 
Establish monitoring program that includes selecting representative water quality and macro invertebrate monitoring sites using data collection guidelines, data collection parameters and timelines 
Establish data benchmarks for evaluating the outcomes of project 
Ensure the ongoing requirements of contractors and project workers are met 
Provide appropriate and timely support 
Monitor the condition of the project site to ensure it is left in an agreed condition 
Report outcomes of monitoring to enterprise requirements 
Evaluate individual projects to ensure compliance with agreed outcomes 
Determine whether projects are meeting the environmental targets 
Recommend changes to the works program to better achieve catchment and waterways priorities 
Use a relational data management system for recording monitoring data and reporting to stakeholders 

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