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

PSPLAND401A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess Crown land

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPLAND401A - Assess Crown land
Description This unit covers the competency to assess Crown (or State) land in order to deal with the public land. It includes inspecting the land, liaising with stakeholders, preparing a land assessment report and reviewing public submissions.In practice, assessing Crown land may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities, such as working ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, using resources, gathering and analysing information, working with diversity.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Public Land Administration.
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 land
  • The purpose of the land assessment is identified to determine land evaluation criteria
  • The information required to identify and locate the area to be inspected is gathered
  • Notifications are issued in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
  • Location of the site in the field is determined
  • The site is inspected and the assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures
  • Occupational health and safety legislative requirements are adhered to
       
Element: Liaise with stakeholders
  • All stakeholders involved in the process are identified
  • Stakeholders are referenced where appropriate in accordance with organisational and best practice requirements
  • Issues associated with the land are identified in consultation with expert advisers
       
Element: Prepare land assessment report
  • Existing published information and field information gathered are documented in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures
  • An inventory is used to assess the land's capability according to prescribed land evaluation criteria
  • The most suitable uses for the land are identified and the preferred use/s are listed
  • Recommendations based on the assessment, the policies relating to the land and the reason for the assessment are clearly stated in the report
       
Element: Review public submissions
  • All submissions received in relation to the assessment are registered and their content is evaluated
  • The assessment is reviewed based on the information provided in the submissions
  • Changes to the assessment are made as required and supported by explanation and evidence
       
Element: Inspect land
  • The purpose of the land assessment is identified to determine land evaluation criteria.
  • The information required to identify and locate the area to be inspected is gathered.
  • Notifications are issued in accordance with organisational policy and. procedures.
  • Location of the site in the field is determined.
  • The site is inspected and the assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures.
  • Occupational health and safety legislative requirements are adhered to.
       
Element: Liaise with stakeholders
  • All stakeholders involved in the process are identified.
  • Stakeholders are referenced where appropriate in accordance with organisational and best practice requirements.
  • Issues associated with the land are identified in consultation with expert advisers.
       
Element: Prepare land assessment report
  • Existing published information and field information gathered are documented in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures.
  • An inventory is used to assess the land's capability according to prescribed land evaluation criteria.
  • The most suitable uses for the land are identified and the preferred use/s are listed.
  • Recommendations based on the assessment, the policies relating to the land and the reason for the assessment are clearly stated in the report.
       
Element: Review public submissions
  • All submissions received in relation to the assessment are registered and their content is evaluated.
  • The assessment is reviewed based on the information provided in the submissions.
  • Changes to the assessment are made as required and supported by explanation and evidence.
       


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 specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals

PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information

PSPGOV408A Value diversity

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

assessment of Crown or State land in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to assessment of Crown land

access to motor vehicle (4wd if rugged terrain) or boat (waterfront properties), camera, basic survey equipment, reference books and material, and maps

access to relevant natural resource computer packages including Internet access

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when assessing Crown land

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when assessing Crown land, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

assessment of Crown or State land in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

demonstration

observation

portfolios

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

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.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

interpreting legislation and policies

investigating land ownership and tenure

researching and interpreting information

undertaking historical search

interpreting a survey plan

interpreting a map or plan

interpreting an aerial photo

using a compass/geographic positioning system (GPS)

locating and identifying survey marks

measuring/estimating distances/areas

evaluating land capability and suitability

communicating orally with a diverse range of stakeholders

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

accessing computer systems and operating a word processor

accessing and interpreting information from natural resource databases

preparing a natural resource inventory

preparing an assessment and documentation to organisational standards

compiling reports

applying public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety, environment and sustainability, anti-discrimination and diversity in the context of land assessments

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislative and organisational occupational health and safety requirements for working in the field

legislation, policies and procedures for land assessments

geomorphology and geological processes

land management practices and principles

vegetation identification and classification

animal identification

stocking rates

survey techniques

soil classification

land evaluation criteria

heritage requirements of land assessments

Aboriginal culture and Aboriginal cultural heritage requirements of land assessments

sustainability and environmental requirements

interpretation of planning documents

organisational delegations

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Purpose of the land assessment may be:

sale

development

reservation/protection

lease

licence

to meet legislative requirements

Prescribed land evaluation criteria may be specified in:

organisational guidelines

land use guidelines

Information may include:

land ownership and tenure

topographical maps

detailed survey plan

aerial photographs

current policies relating to the area

environmental and sustainability planning information

historical information about land use

Stakeholders may include:

government organisations

local population

general public

a Local Government council

adjoining landholders

Best practice requirements include:

quality customer service

quality system documentation

Issues may include:

environmental issues

social issues

heritage issues such as:

Australian heritage

cultural heritage

Aboriginal cultural heritage

economical issues (triple bottom line)

Organisational guidelines and procedures may include:

regulatory requirements

industry practices

manual and electronic application

Most suitable uses for the land may be specified in:

organisational guidelines

appropriate legislation

planning schemes

environment assessment reports

land council documents

land use policies

Submissions from the public may include:

objections/support to preferred uses listed

objections to proposed disposal of public land

comment on incorrect or incomplete content

land use/zoning issues

objections to proposed development of public land

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
The purpose of the land assessment is identified to determine land evaluation criteria 
The information required to identify and locate the area to be inspected is gathered 
Notifications are issued in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 
Location of the site in the field is determined 
The site is inspected and the assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures 
Occupational health and safety legislative requirements are adhered to 
All stakeholders involved in the process are identified 
Stakeholders are referenced where appropriate in accordance with organisational and best practice requirements 
Issues associated with the land are identified in consultation with expert advisers 
Existing published information and field information gathered are documented in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures 
An inventory is used to assess the land's capability according to prescribed land evaluation criteria 
The most suitable uses for the land are identified and the preferred use/s are listed 
Recommendations based on the assessment, the policies relating to the land and the reason for the assessment are clearly stated in the report 
All submissions received in relation to the assessment are registered and their content is evaluated 
The assessment is reviewed based on the information provided in the submissions 
Changes to the assessment are made as required and supported by explanation and evidence 
The purpose of the land assessment is identified to determine land evaluation criteria. 
The information required to identify and locate the area to be inspected is gathered. 
Notifications are issued in accordance with organisational policy and. procedures. 
Location of the site in the field is determined. 
The site is inspected and the assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures. 
Occupational health and safety legislative requirements are adhered to. 
All stakeholders involved in the process are identified. 
Stakeholders are referenced where appropriate in accordance with organisational and best practice requirements. 
Issues associated with the land are identified in consultation with expert advisers. 
Existing published information and field information gathered are documented in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures. 
An inventory is used to assess the land's capability according to prescribed land evaluation criteria. 
The most suitable uses for the land are identified and the preferred use/s are listed. 
Recommendations based on the assessment, the policies relating to the land and the reason for the assessment are clearly stated in the report. 
All submissions received in relation to the assessment are registered and their content is evaluated. 
The assessment is reviewed based on the information provided in the submissions. 
Changes to the assessment are made as required and supported by explanation and evidence. 

Forms

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