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.

An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.

There must be evidence that the individual has planned and implemented a program to operate, maintain or upgrade a recirculating aquaculture system on at least one occasion, including:

documenting a work plan for the operations, maintenance or upgrade of the system that includes contingency plans and resources and labour requirements

monitoring the operations, maintenance or upgrade for the system against work specifications and plan, ensuring it complies with biosecurity regulatory requirements

effectively communicating information about operations, maintenance or upgrades to the work team and senior personnel

maintaining accurate records and reports on progress and budget.

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

relevant legislative requirements relating to recirculating aquaculture systems

approaches to coordinating operations

impacts of inputs on systems and component operation and on maximum operation loads

requirements for record-keeping, data collection and analysis

forward planning and risk management for events, such as blackouts, brownouts and equipment breakdowns

importance of optimised production to achieve sound economic outcomes

mechanical and technical aspects of recirculation systems, including energy use, mass balance, water hydraulics and flow, and pumps and pipe work

monitoring basic and advanced environmental and water quality parameters.

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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.

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
Confirm operations, maintenance or design or upgrade specifications in the culture or holding system or facility with senior personnel
Draw up work plans or schedules, order materials and arrange labour and appropriate equipment according to specifications and in consultation with senior personnel
Check raw and prefabricated materials against delivery manifest or specifications
Prepare worksite according to specifications, and secure for safety or loss prevention
Assess potential risks, including environmental and water quality parameters for the cultured or held stock, and prepare contingency plans
Brief staff members on work objectives relevant to the site, equipment being used and type of maintenance or upgrade activities
Quantify costs and confirm budget with senior personnel
Implement work plan to minimise disruption to workplace operations and stress to cultured or held stock
Monitor progress of maintenance or upgrade program against the work plan, and adjust for unforeseen circumstances
Confirm availability of required materials, resource and supply provisions, and labour
Anticipate, avoid or minimise hazards and environmental implications and other potential problems through contingency planning
Monitor operations, maintenance or upgrade activities and component or system performances against maintenance or upgrade plan
Monitor costs within workplace budget requirements
Give feedback to staff members on work progress and performance
Prepare records or reports to management on project progress
Check and ensure that the maintained or upgraded system or facility fits maintenance or design specifications, is operable and complies with biosecurity regulatory requirements
Check budget for operations, maintenance or upgrade, and report major discrepancies to senior personnel
Supervise clean-up of work area, including repairs and storage of equipment
Record relevant operations, maintenance and upgrade data, observations or information, and check any abnormal records
Prepare required reports for senior personnel

Assessment Cover Sheet

SFIAQU410 - Implement a program to operate, maintain or upgrade a recirculating aquaculture system

Assessment task 1: [title]

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Assessment Record Sheet

SFIAQU410 - Implement a program to operate, maintain or upgrade a recirculating aquaculture system

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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