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

NWP323B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor and coordinate catchment operations

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWP323B - Monitor and coordinate catchment operations
Description This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to inspect and monitor catchment areas, monitor flows and coordinate catchment processes. The ability to collect data and samples, monitor and adjust regulatory systems, identify and investigate catchment problems and produce technical reports is essential to performance.
Employability Skills This unit of competency contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for field staff with a specific responsibility for monitoring and coordinating catchment operations. The level of responsibility may vary according to the size and complexity of the catchment area.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Collection and distribution
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 monitor catchment operations.
  • Schedule routine inspections of catchment areas to identify water quality risks according to organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Collect, analyse and report catchment data according to organisational requirements.
  • Collect and record water samples according to organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Monitor and report on activities within the catchment area according to organisational and statutory requirements.
  • Correctly select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment.
       
Element: Monitor inflows and outflows.
  • Inspect flow regulating systems and determine required adjustments to meet demand.
  • Identify and report flows into and conditions of catchment areas according to organisational and statutory requirements.
       
Element: Operate and coordinate catchment processes.
  • Identify, address and, if appropriate, report problems within catchment areas according to organisational requirements.
  • Monitor and coordinate processes to maintain the parameters of operation.
  • Integrate processes to improve source performance according to organisational requirements.
       
Element: Complete documentation.
  • Review and action investigation results according to organisational requirements.
  • Compile reports from catchment inspections according to organisational requirements.
       


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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to inspect and monitor catchment areas, monitor flows and coordinate catchment processes including:

inspectingcatchmentareas and identifying water quality risks

monitoring catchment and collecting and reporting catchment data

collecting samples

inspecting and adjusting flow regulating systems

identifying and reporting on flows into the catchment area

assessing and reporting on the condition of the catchment area

identifying and addressing risks and hazards

monitoring and integrating catchments processes

completing documentations

implementing actions resulting from investigations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access to the workplace and resources including:

documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation

relevant codes, standards, and government regulations.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice

a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence over time and in various contexts

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator, any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and reflecting the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

solve operational problems

produce reports and logs

use safety equipment and personal protective equipment

use pest eradication equipment

calculate flow and capacity

coordinate safety surveillance

interpret plans

interpret policies and standard operating procedures

communicate with employees and customers

use communication equipment

give and receive instructions

identify control system faults

identify water quality risks and prepare protection strategies.

Required knowledge:

inspection of catchments

coordination processes

system layout

system processes

environmental aspects of catchment areas

safety procedures

policies and standard operating procedures

a general understanding of water and wastewater treatment and the effect of floods on these systems

Australian Drinking Water Guidelines

hazardous substances handling

communication systems

risk factors and potential hazards involved with catchment area processes, equipment operation, capacity and limitations

effects of weather and conditions on operation of catchment areas

pumping and valving systems

control systems

pest control specifications.

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Inspections may require:

interaction and communication with other employees, other authorities and the general public

visual observation

implementation of reporting procedures including:

procedures for the implementation of by-laws

organisational policies

standard operating procedures

statutory requirements.

Water quality risks may include:

herbicide run-off

dead and decaying wildlife and stock animals

animal and bird faeces

corrosion of plant and equipment.

Organisational and statutory requirements may include:

by-laws and organisational policies

standard operating procedures

environment protection

occupational health and safety, including use of personal protective equipment

dangerous goods and hazardous substances

road signage

electrical

dangerous goods

World Health Organisation standards

Australian Drinking Water Guidelines

Australian National Committee on Large Dams guidelines.

Catchment data may include:

aerial photographs

satellite photographs

catchment officer/ranger reports.

Flow regulating systems may include:

pumping systems

valving systems

control systems

emergency overflow and diversion systems.

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
Schedule routine inspections of catchment areas to identify water quality risks according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Collect, analyse and report catchment data according to organisational requirements. 
Collect and record water samples according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Monitor and report on activities within the catchment area according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Correctly select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. 
Inspect flow regulating systems and determine required adjustments to meet demand. 
Identify and report flows into and conditions of catchment areas according to organisational and statutory requirements. 
Identify, address and, if appropriate, report problems within catchment areas according to organisational requirements. 
Monitor and coordinate processes to maintain the parameters of operation. 
Integrate processes to improve source performance according to organisational requirements. 
Review and action investigation results according to organisational requirements. 
Compile reports from catchment inspections according to organisational requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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