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

NWPSOU001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Respond to blue-green algae outbreaks

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWPSOU001 - Respond to blue-green algae outbreaks
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to respond to blue-green algae outbreaks. The ability to identify problems, conduct sampling, determine and apply technical adjustments and produce technical reports is essential to performance.This unit applies to those working as field staff members with specific responsibilities for responding to blue-green algae outbreaks. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing complex tasks, within a familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Source
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: Confirm blue-green algae outbreak
  • Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak.
  • Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak.
       
Element: Prepare samples for testing
  • Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations.
  • Check organisational procedures.
  • Prepare sampling equipment.
  • Identify location and extent of outbreak.
  • Select sample points.
  • Carry out sampling.
  • Prepare and send samples for testing.
       
Element: Respond to blue-green algae outbreak
  • Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions.
  • Advise affected people.
  • Monitor and inspect area.
       
Element: Report on blue-green algae outbreak
  • Collect and interpret process data.
  • Compile data report.
  • Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.
       
Element: Confirm blue-green algae outbreak
  • Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak.
  • Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak.
       
Element: Prepare samples for testing
  • Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations.
  • Check organisational procedures.
  • Prepare sampling equipment.
  • Identify location and extent of outbreak.
  • Select sample points.
  • Carry out sampling.
  • Prepare and send samples for testing.
       
Element: Respond to blue-green algae outbreak
  • Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions.
  • Advise affected people.
  • Monitor and inspect area.
       
Element: Report on blue-green algae outbreak
  • Collect and interpret process data.
  • Compile data report.
  • Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Confirm blue-green algae outbreak

1.1 Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak.

1.2 Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak.

2. Prepare samples for testing

2.1 Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations.

2.2 Check organisational procedures.

2.3 Prepare sampling equipment.

2.4 Identify location and extent of outbreak.

2.5 Select sample points.

2.6 Carry out sampling.

2.7 Prepare and send samples for testing.

3. Respond to blue-green algae outbreak

3.1 Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions.

3.2 Advise affected people.

3.3 Monitor and inspect area.

4. Report on blue-green algae outbreak

4.1 Collect and interpret process data.

4.2 Compile data report.

4.3 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. The candidate must be assessed in at least one of the blue-green algae outbreak areas listed in the Range of Conditions. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

performing blue-green algae sampling

maintaining integrity of samples

recording required information and basic data reporting

implementing response plans

selecting control methods such as isolation of the area

reporting to supervisor depending on the extent of the outbreak

notifying affected people, for example by phone

identifying who to notify

selecting appropriate method of notification

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

types and purposes of blue-green algae samples

procedures and techniques for blue-green algae sampling

all blue-green algae outbreak areas

hazards associated with collection of blue-green algae samples

characteristics of blue-green algae

problems caused by blue-green algal blooms

methods of blue-green algae control

strategy and emergency planning

hazardous materials handling for algaecides

material safety data sheets

impact of blue-green algae on water and/or wastewater treatment processes

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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Confirm blue-green algae outbreak

1.1 Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak.

1.2 Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak.

2. Prepare samples for testing

2.1 Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations.

2.2 Check organisational procedures.

2.3 Prepare sampling equipment.

2.4 Identify location and extent of outbreak.

2.5 Select sample points.

2.6 Carry out sampling.

2.7 Prepare and send samples for testing.

3. Respond to blue-green algae outbreak

3.1 Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions.

3.2 Advise affected people.

3.3 Monitor and inspect area.

4. Report on blue-green algae outbreak

4.1 Collect and interpret process data.

4.2 Compile data report.

4.3 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.

Blue-green algae outbreak areas include:

rivers, streams, creeks

dams

lagoons

billabongs

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
Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak. 
Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak. 
Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations. 
Check organisational procedures. 
Prepare sampling equipment. 
Identify location and extent of outbreak. 
Select sample points. 
Carry out sampling. 
Prepare and send samples for testing. 
Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions. 
Advise affected people. 
Monitor and inspect area. 
Collect and interpret process data. 
Compile data report. 
Report observations outside defined parameters for further action. 
Receive reports of blue-green algae outbreak. 
Verify the extent and locations of blue-green algae outbreak. 
Confirm procedures for sampling and sampling locations. 
Check organisational procedures. 
Prepare sampling equipment. 
Identify location and extent of outbreak. 
Select sample points. 
Carry out sampling. 
Prepare and send samples for testing. 
Evaluate potential blue-green algae control methods and select and implement appropriate actions. 
Advise affected people. 
Monitor and inspect area. 
Collect and interpret process data. 
Compile data report. 
Report observations outside defined parameters for further action. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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