Application
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to establish or re-establish a section of native forest or plantation, either in a monoculture or multiple-use environment.
The unit applies to job roles including Arboriculture Supervisor, Farm Forestry Supervisor, Forestry Supervisor, Forestry Operations Supervisor, Harvesting Supervisor, Harvesting Team Leader, Propagation and Stand Health Supervisor and Tree Farm Supervisor.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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. Prepare for implementation of forest establishment plan | 1.1 Review local authority coverage, land owning boundaries, and forest design plan. 1.2 Identify forest location including map and grid references. 1.3 Check land use zoning and planning permits for approval status. 1.4 Check site environmental protection measures. |
2. Implement forest establishment plan | 2.1 Select method of establishment to meet requirements of the forest type, and environmental and organisational guidelines. 2.2 Select forest type and available species for establishment. 2.3 Identify topography and how this will impact forest. 2.4 Direct operational activities and schedule activities, material and equipment. 2.5 Coordinate forest design and planting strategy to establish the forest |
3. Monitor and review forest establishment plan | 3.1 Inspect correct implementations of environmental protection measures for the landscape, soil and drainage. 3.2 Communicate with operational staff, clients and contractors during the establishment phase to ensure smooth operation and progress 3.3 Monitor operational activities for potential improvements 3.4 Record and report on implementation of forest establishment plan. |
Evidence of Performance
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.
follow organisational policies and procedures relating to the implementation of a forest establishment plan
obtain and interpret topographical maps, information from local government and information about environmental requirements for forests
prepare, implement and review a forest establishment plan that includes:
forest layout
protected areas
access
harvesting considerations
environmental sustainability issues
minimising environmental impact
coordinate personnel to undertake activities to meet established timelines
produce a report on the outcomes of the implementation of a forest plan that includes:
difficulties
costs
data analysis
efficiency and effectiveness
results
recommendations for future work
Evidence of Knowledge
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
environmental protection requirements for the establishment of a forest including the following
ground growth
canopy
general forest lean
wind speed and direction
fallen trees
density of trees
ground slope
soil and water protection
ground hazards
obstacles
drainage
organisational policies and procedures for implementing a forest establishment plan
how wood generates renewable energy through biomass
forest establishment and planning procedures including:
forest design and map details
site preparation
access considerations
planting for forest or streamside:
buffers
filter strips
contours
gullies
crossing points
environmental considerations, including protection of:
habitat
rainforest
flora and fauna
landscape
excluded areas
rubbish removal
and preparation of:
permanent roads
temporary roads
landings
dumps
snig tracks
forwarding tracks
adjoining land
wet weather restrictions
fire protection requirements.
forest design and planting strategies
regeneration principles and methods
topography including:
terrain levels
soil types
contours
elevations
slopes
gullies
adjoining land parcels
land use zoning and relevant approvals and permits including:
private zoning
government zoning
resources, tools and equipment used for the implementation of a forest plan, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance
appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks.
Assessment Conditions
The following resources must be made available:
forest plan
information required to support the implementation of a forest plan
relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information.
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: | calculate required numbers of trees |
Oral communication skills to: | direct the work of others explain the forest plan |
Reading skills to: | interpret information from council, contractors and other stakeholders interpret plans and maps |
Range Statement
Not Applicable
Sectors
Forest Growing and Management