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Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration

KHU-AGR-0237

Australian Equivalent

AHCECR308

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a site inspection, including verification of the location, ownership, orientation and boundaries of a site, and assess the condition and recovery potential of the site’s native ecosystem. The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Collect information

0237.E1.O1Obtain site location and details of proposed works

0237.E1.O2Source and review available maps and plans for site

0237.E1.O3Source and review available documents relevant to historical and current land use

0237.E1.O4Identify scope of inspection according to stakeholder requirements and local regulations

0237.E1.O5Determine biophysical, climate and weather conditions for site from historical data and climate change prediction tools

0237.E1.O6Seek approval to visit site

0237.E1.O7Identify and record covenants affecting the site

0237.E1.O8Check availability of remote sensing tools relevant to the site

E2Prepare for a site visit

0237.E2.O1Identify and prepare resources required for site inspection

0237.E2.O2Plan methods for recording inspection, and confirm record-keeping procedures according to industry requirements

0237.E2.O3Evaluate scope of proposed works and prepare field notes to checklist specific concerns

0237.E2.O4Evaluate environmental factors to determine likely site conditions and risks

0237.E2.O5Consider access and traffic management requirements for site

E3Visit site and confirm site parameters

0237.E3.O1Carry out site orientation and verify ownership and site boundaries according to maps and plans

0237.E3.O2Identify site hazards, assess risks and implement control measures for site inspection according to workplace health and safety procedures

0237.E3.O3Identify, estimate and record site dimensions, gradients and ecological features

0237.E3.O4Identify and record existing on-site services

0237.E3.O5Identify and record impact of features and characteristics of properties adjacent to site

0237.E3.O6Identify substrate types from reference charts and texts

E4Inspect site for biotic and abiotic elements

0237.E4.O1Collect substrate samples, conduct and record field tests according to workplace procedures

0237.E4.O2Identify hydrological elements affecting site ecology

0237.E4.O3Identify the specific ecological communities on site

0237.E4.O4Identify ecosystem functions and processes occurring on site

0237.E4.O5Determine condition and recovery potential of natural areas within the site

0237.E4.O6Identify threatening processes affecting site conditions

0237.E4.O7Investigate and record signs of fauna on site

E5Document information

0237.E5.O1Assess site information and determine reference ecosystem relevant to site restoration

0237.E5.O2Prepare a base plan of site, including zones of varying condition

0237.E5.O3Document site inspection according to stakeholder requirements and workplace procedures

0237.E5.O4Complete documents and submit to stakeholder or supervisor according to workplace procedures