The unit involves developing and managing a process for forestry chain of custody certification in a variety of work settings including:

forest environment

saw mill

wood chip mill

veneer mill

board/plywood mill

timber treatment plants

downstream processing of timber

timber and wood products production

timber and wood products sales and service

other applicable settings such as farms, agriculture, workshops, domestic, nursery, local council applications

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Review applicable certification requirements

1.1. Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), legislative, environmental and organisational requirements relevant to managing a process for forestry chain of custody certification are identified and followed

1.2. Chain of custody certification requirements and forestry certification systems are reviewed and certification requirements interpreted to ensure compatibility between the systems

1.3. Document traceability chain is interpreted for certification requirements applicable to the organisation

2. Develop a chain of custody certification management system

2.1. Each area and operation applicable to certification management is investigated to determine options for a certification management system that is consistent with legislative requirements

2.2. Components for the effective and efficient operation of the proposed certification management system are investigated

2.3. Potential internal certification system auditors are identified and suitable training options selected and implemented

2.4. Strategies for developing a chain of custody certification management culture in the organisation are developed in collaboration with relevant internal and external personnel

2.5. Induction process for all staff is developed and implemented in collaboration with relevant internal and external personnel

2.6. Processes and procedures for identifying and managing breaches are identified and documented

2.7. Reporting requirements are determined and suitable processes and procedures developed to meet requirements

2.8. Resources to ensure implementation are budgeted and assigned

2.9. Chain of custody certification plan is developed and approval for the plan sought from management

3. Document chain of custody certification management system

3.1. Specifications for the various components of the chain of custody certification management system are documented in line with organisational and legislative requirements

3.2. Action schedule for implementing, reviewing and maintaining the system is documented

3.3. External certification entities with the necessary authority to issue chain of custody certification to the relevant Australian Standard are contacted to review the system

3.4. Values statement is written in consultation with management that covers the necessary elements of the chain of custody certification management system

4. Establish the planned chain of custody certification management system

4.1. Management and operations personnel are trained before they assume certification management responsibilities

4.2. Components of the certification system are established in collaboration with assigned staff

4.3. Operation of the certification system is monitored in collaboration with assigned staff in line with the approved plan

4.4. Periodic reviews of the certification system are conducted in collaboration with assigned staff in line with the approved plan

4.5. Reports are prepared on the operation and review of the certification system in line with established procedures and regulatory and compliance obligations

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

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to relate how the requirements of AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products apply to an organisation

Communication skills sufficient to explain AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products and its requirements to all personnel within the workforce; conduct periodic reviews of the chain of custody certification management system

Literacy skills sufficient to write a values statement and systems manual for the chain of custody certification process and subsequent documentation; prepare reports for management on the review of the chain of custody certification management system

Numeracy skills sufficient to prepare a budget for the implementation of the chain of custody certification management system

Problem solving skills sufficient to apply the requirements of AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products to a specific workplace/s

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for developing forestry chain of custody certification management system

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material, the safe use and storage of chemicals, minimising carbon emissions and the cleaning of plant, tools and equipment

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for developing and managing a process for forestry chain of custody certification

Environmental risks and hazards

Minimising environmental impact

Using energy effectively and efficiently

Using material effectively and efficiently

All stages of the work flow and its likely impact on a chain of custody process

Principles of auditing to a standard

AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products

Continuous improvement processes and systems

How a chain of custody process fits into forestry certification systems

How the chain of custody process and a traceability chain operates in the workplace to meet the requirements of the appropriate standard

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies

Types of tools and equipment, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for budgeting and calculating rolling percentage averages

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can develop and manage a process for chain of custody certification for their workplace to meet AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to, and satisfy, all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to developing and managing a process for forestry chain of custody certification

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to developing and managing a process for forestry chain of custody certification

comprehensive understanding of AS 47072006 Chain of custody for certified wood and forest products and the requirements for developing and managing a process for chain of custody certification in the workplace that meets the requirements of this standard

planning for and setting up a chain of custody certification management system for an actual workplace or simulated workplace in collaboration with relevant personnel

preparing documentation for a chain of custody certification management system

writing a values statement in consultation with relevant personnel covering the necessary elements of the chain of custody certification management system

monitoring and reviewing a chain of custody certification management system in collaboration with relevant personnel

preparing reports for management on the chain of custody certification management system

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to follow relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

access to relevant information on chain of custody certification requirements

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment may be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

Environmental requirements may include:

legislation

organisational policies and procedures

workplace practices

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

procedural manuals

continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use, maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste minimisation and disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Certification requirements may include:

internal and external authorities

risks involved

ways of ensuring compliance

penalties for non-compliance

areas and operations most affected

Forestry certification systems must include:

Australian Forestry Standard

Forestry Stewardship Council

Traceability chain

is a register of documents used for certification, audit and quality purposes

and may include:

timber source documents

processing records

quality records

numbering/labelling systems

Values statement

is a summary of the organisation's values in relation to forest and forest product certification

Common Technical

This unit contains employability skills