Application
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to identify and plan for the rehabilitation requirements of tracks, quarries and landings and to conduct renovation and revegetation operations. The unit also includes the establishment of run-off and drainage channels.
The unit applies to those working in commercial harvesting operations, within a forest environment producing forest products.
The unit applies to Forestry technician, Forestry Operations supervisor, Mobile plant operator, Harvesting technician.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states & territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction
Elements and 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. |
1. Identify rehabilitation requirements | 1.1 Review work order for rehabilitation and clarify requirements with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Prepare to work safely according to organisation and site requirements. 1.3 Obtain and review environmental, regulatory and legislative information relating to the rehabilitation. 1.4 Inspect site and identify specific rehabilitation and revegetation requirements and drainage. |
2. Plan rehabilitation operations | 2.1 Select appropriate equipment for work requirements and check for operational effectiveness and manufacturer recommendations. 2.2 Conduct a risk assessment and implement controls. 2.3 Determine sequence of rehabilitation operations to ensure that time is used efficiently and that suitable equipment is available for tasks. 2.4 Advise relevant personnel of impending rehabilitation and any disruptions that may occur. 2.5 Document the rehabilitation and revegetation according to organisational protocols |
3. Implement repairs to tracks, quarries and landings | 3.1 Operate equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and safety of operations. 3.2 Remove and store any recoverable timber. 3.3 Remove and dispose of any debris according to site procedures. 3.4 Renovate tracks, quarries and landings according to rehabilitation plan, work order and site procedures. 3.5 Establish run-off and drainage channels to approximate natural drain lines. 3.6 Revegetate required areas, providing plants with optimal growing conditions. 3.7 Record and report renovation outcomes in line with site procedures. |
Evidence of Performance
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.
plan to safely rehabilitate tracks, quarries and landings after harvesting operations that includes inspection of:
analysing the current state of the track, quarry or landing
identifying natural water flow and water courses
checking for recoverable logs and equipment
considering the impact of harvesting or transportation.
and which includes consideration of:
ground slope and stability
damage to the environment
weather conditions
access to suitable equipment and other resources
safety
further damage that may result from renovations
waste disposal.
safely and efficiently use one or more of the following items of equipment and tools appropriate to the task and according to manufacturer’s instructions
dozer
front-end loader
skidder
grader using bucket or blade attachments
perform rehabilitation tasks that returns the environment to its original or near to original condition
perform renovation which includes where required:
pulling out and removing construction materials
breaking up ramps and constructions
filling and ripping surfaces
breaking up and burying crushed rock, sand and other stabilising materials
spreading and compacting top soil over base materials
establish run-off and drainage channels suitable to the site
conduct revegetation with plants suited to the location
manage the problems and risks associated with performing rehabilitation tasks.
Evidence of Knowledge
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
workplace requirements for performing the rehabilitation of tracks, quarries and landings
environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material
problem identification and resolution strategies, and common fault finding techniques
tools and equipment used for rehabilitation of tracks, quarries and landings, their suitability for different procedures, and their safe use and maintenance
mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring tasks, time and resources, including calculating time to complete tasks
procedures for recording and reporting workplace information
water run-off patterns, soil types and erosion
WHS practices including:
manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying
personal protective equipment and clothing
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
plants suitable for revegetation
techniques for managing environmental risks and hazards, including:
uneven and unstable ground
overhead and underground services
excavations
hazardous materials
traffic
insects and animals
fires.
Assessment Conditions
The following resources must be made available:
tracks, quarries or landings requiring rehabilitation
machinery and equipment necessary for the rehabilitation, and manufacturer’s instructions for their use
dozer
front-end loader
skidder
grader using bucket or blade attachments
personal protective equipment necessary for the rehabilitation
workplace documentation
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those core and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria. | |
Numeracy skills to: | estimate quantity or amount of materials required for the rehabilitation estimate time for sequencing tasks and the total time for the job. |
Reading skills to: | interpret site requirements, environmental information and manufacturer’s instructions. |
Initiative and enterprise skills to: | find safe, cost-effective and environmentally friendly methods to perform rehabilitations. |
Range Statement
Not Applicable
Sectors
Forest Growing and Management
Harvesting and Haulage