The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Analyse the system
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Identify stakeholders, consult and establish stakeholder needs Completed |
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Research historic and current tree policies Completed |
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Analyse statutory context and policy context of the current or proposed tree policy Completed |
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Research current and historic tree management activities Completed |
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Analyse current industry tree policy models Completed |
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Evaluate comparative tree methodologies and systems Completed |
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Research current policy and strategic information to inform and develop policy Completed |
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Define policy objectives
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Identify key management objectives and management metrics Completed |
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Establish benchmarks Completed |
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Analyse existing policies, procedures and systems for compliance with policy planning requirements Completed |
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Evaluate conflicting stakeholder needs Completed |
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Determine tree management strategies Completed |
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Define policy reflecting strategic objectives of organisation Completed |
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Define strategic objectives of the policy Completed |
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Develop and communicate change management strategies Completed |
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Make recommendations for policy options Completed |
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Define legal parameters
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Determine legal parameters, statutes and local planning laws Completed |
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Determine if policy is included or referred to in statutory documents Completed |
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Seek advice about legal implications of policy Completed |
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Define context and limitations of tree policy
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Determine parameters of policy Completed |
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Determine and record localised soil types, rainfall infiltration and runoff Completed |
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Compile database of local and indigenous tree species Completed |
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Compile database of exotics that perform well Completed |
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Create list of preferred and desired species Completed |
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Determine extent and type of tree data from tree inventory Completed |
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Set diversity goals for tree species and tree families Completed |
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Develop tree policy
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Develop tree policy to meet strategic objectives Completed |
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Develop and communicate procedures to implement policy Completed |
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Develop policy determinations for hazard identification and mitigation, significant trees, tree selection, tree replacement, street tree planting, tree removal, tree inspections and assessments, tree pruning operations, power line clearance, habitat protection, infrastructure protection and pest and disease control as required Completed |
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Develop draft of strategic tree policy Completed |
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Promote tree policy and expected outcomes to key stakeholders Completed |
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Seek feedback from stakeholders Completed |
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Review and amend policy Completed |
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Develop tree policy documentation Completed |
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Develop compliance programs in policy documentation Completed |
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Implement strategies for continuous improvement Completed |
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Review tree policy implementation
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Publish final tree policy documentation Completed |
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Use policy to guide development of operational tree management plans Completed |
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Investigate and document implementation outcomes of policy Completed |
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Provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders Completed |
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Monitor records for remedial action and to improve performance Completed |
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Modify policy and or procedures as required Completed |
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