Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess legislative compliance of formal applications for changes in land use, and make recommendations.
All work follows legislative requirements and is completed in line with program guidelines and procedures according to enterprise guidelines and industry best practice.
This unit applies to individuals who apply judgement in assessing applications for legislative compliance and have defined responsibilities in known or changing contexts.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for assessment | 1.1 Review and confirm existing data concerning suitability of application for changes in land use 1.2 Communicate intention to process formal application 1.3 Complete title search 1.4 Communicate issues about collection of evidence aligning with technical guidelines 1.5 Establish timing of inspection and data collection with client |
2. Collect site evidence | 2.1 Check accuracy of site details using site maps, aerial photographs and geographic information systems 2.2 Collect relevant data 2.3 Check threats to species diversity 2.4 Assess soil and water impact consistent with proposed land use 2.5 Investigate and record cultural heritage issues |
3. Compile final report | 3.1 Check detail and accuracy of site data against assessment criteria 3.2 Report recommendations in accordance with legislative and agency requirements 3.3 Present final report and supporting documentation |
Evidence of Performance
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:
review existing data on land use changes according to program guidelines
undertake title searches
schedule physical inspection with land holder
collect evidence from the site on potential impacts on species diversity and soil and water quality according to legislative requirements and enterprise procedures
record any evidence of issues with cultural values of the site
interpret aerial photographs, maps and geographic information systems
compile reports to agency standards and make recommendations supported by evidence
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
relevant Federal and State legislation and regulations that apply to vegetation clearance and land use
agency policies and procedures
formats for reporting
assessment approaches for area of notification
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Lands, Parks and Wildlife (LPW)