Application
This unit describes the skills required to analyse and model data relating to flooding, develop effective management and warning systems, and communicate the outcomes concisely and effectively.
This unit applies to those working as planners and managers in water organisations with responsibility for the preparation of flood management strategies and flood warning systems.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously with management responsibilities, while performing complex tasks in familiar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | 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 section. |
1. Analyse rainfall and run-off regimes | 1.1 Access and interpret historical rainfall run-off and flooding regimes of specific catchments. 1.2 Study records to determine previous rainfall amounts, durations and time taken to reach catchment. 1.3 Model simulated, hypothetical or estimated rainfall intensity data and model catchment. 1.4 Collate, manipulate and interpret data. |
2. Estimate flooding | 2.1 Estimate and record flood levels, extents and flow rates using organisational techniques and guidelines. 2.2 Assess and record flood hazard. |
3. Determine management and warning systems | 3.1 Evaluate the roles of storage and/or retarding basins safety and flood attenuation strategies. 3.2 Evaluate current flood classifications and impacts. 3.3 Formulate planning controls for flood plain or waterway management. 3.4 Evaluate current flood warning systems. 3.5 Recommend or develop changes to existing flood plain or waterway management controls and warning systems. |
4. Report and communicate recommendations | 4.1 Collate, analyse and record information. 4.2 Prepare and present reports. 4.3 Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
using mathematical techniques to analyse and model flood data
communicating with a range of stakeholders
analysing and developing flood mitigation warning systems and strategies
developing critical flood warning systems
developing strategies to mitigate the impact of potential future floods
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
catchment hydrology principles
water flow measurement, flow routing
relevant legislation, by-laws and planning schemes
mathematical calculation
cultural environment
occupational health and safety and environmental legislation, Acts and procedures
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
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