Collect and evaluate groundwater data

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MSS025006A, 'Collect and evaluate groundwater data'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Collect and evaluate groundwater data' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Confirm groundwater data requirements with supervisor

1.1

Confirm the scope and purpose of sampling/monitoring data requirements

1.2

Review available site information, such as site plan, bore locations, construction and history of sampling/monitoring

1.3

Confirm the sampling methods, locations, numbers and types of samples, and duration/frequency of sampling from enterprise or client’s sampling plan

1.4

Check that all sampling/testing procedures are in accordance with client or enterprise requirements, relevant standards and guidelines

2

Prepare for groundwater sampling and monitoring

2.1

Identify site and sampling hazards and review enterprise safety procedures

2.2

Liaise with relevant personnel to arrange site access and obtain all clearances and/or permits, as necessary

2.3

Review field sampling procedures and sample preparation methods required for specific laboratory analyses

2.4

Select purging/sampling equipment and sampling conditions to achieve representative samples and preserve sample integrity during collection, storage and transit

2.5

Ensure all reagents, solutions, standards and blanks (as appropriate) are obtained and/or prepared ready for field use

2.6

Select field test equipment/instruments and check operation and calibration as required in accordance with methods/procedures and manufacturer instructions

2.7

Assemble and stow all sampling equipment, field test equipment, materials, containers and safety equipment

2.8

Arrange suitable transport to, from and around site as required

3

Liaise with drillers during establishment of wells and bores

3.1

Confirm location of well or bore and groundwater monitoring requirements using site sampling and monitoring plan

3.2

Examine the drilling/construction area to identify possible hazards

3.3

Ensure proposed drilling/construction method will not cause contamination and that casing, drilling fluids and any other materials used in the bore are free of contaminants

3.4

Ensure drilling and sampling equipment is cleaned thoroughly before drilling commences

3.5

Ensure protective casings and screens are kept in their protective coverings prior to installation

3.6

Monitor drilling to accurately log samples as required and prevent their contamination

4

Conduct representative sampling of groundwater

4.1

Locate sampling locations and services at the site and identify possible hazards

4.2

Conduct sufficient measurements to accurately determine water level and bore depth, as required

4.3

Record bore/environmental conditions and any atypical observations made during sampling that may impact on sample representativeness or integrity

4.4

Conduct purging in accordance with defined procedure or method, collect the waste and decontaminate the equipment used

4.5

Collect required representative samples and ensure all controls, blanks and replicate samples are properly integrated into the sampling process

4.6

Record all information and label samples in accordance with chain of custody/traceability requirements

4.7

Filter and prepare samples to preserve their integrity for subsequent analysis

4.8

Secure and transport all samples back to base in accordance with enterprise procedures and relevant guidelines

5

Conduct field testing of groundwater

5.1

Assemble required monitoring instruments, equipment, and reagents and conduct pre-use checks in accordance with manufacturer instructions

5.2

Retrieve samples for designated field tests or locate established locations for in-situ testing

5.3

Set up, calibrate and operate equipment/instruments in accordance with test methods/procedures and manufacturer instructions

5.4

Take sufficient measurements of groundwater field parameters to obtain reliable data and in accordance with specified methods/procedures

5.5

Record all field observations/data and ensure that they are accurately transferred to enterprise information database

6

Process and interpret groundwater data

6.1

Review test data noting atypical observations

6.2

Ensure calculated values are consistent with expectations

6.3

Estimate and document uncertainty of measurements in accordance with enterprise procedures, if required

6.4

Record and report processed results in accordance with enterprise procedures

6.5

Interpret trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel

6.6

Determine if obvious procedure or equipment problems have led to atypical data or results

6.7

Compare results with established groundwater quality standards, statutory environmental quality concentration limits or similar, if relevant

6.8

Finalise reporting of results in accordance with enterprise requirements

7

Maintain a safe work environment

7.1

Use defined safe work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety and that of others

7.2

Rehabilitate sampling site to render it safe and to minimise environmental impact

7.3

Clean/decontaminate all equipment, containers, work area and vehicles according to enterprise procedures

7.4

Check serviceability of all equipment before storage

7.5

Minimise the generation of wastes and environment impacts

7.6

Liaise with relevant personnel for the safe collection of all hazardous wastes for appropriate disposal


Qualifications and Skillsets

MSS025006A appears in the following qualifications:

  • MSS40211 - Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology
  • MSS50211 - Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
  • MSS70211 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management