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Conduct biological surveys

Conduct biological surveys

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNAR502
State Code
BAQ70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
010103 - Statistics
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
150
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct biological surveys and produce a biological survey report, according to client requirements and biological components to be surveyed.This unit applies to land restoration managers who provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Carry out preliminary design activities for the biological survey
  • 1.1 Identify survey scope, objectives and constraints according to client requirements
  • 1.2 Source, collate and evaluate current data relevant to survey requirements
  • 1.3 Develop processes for data collection and processing consistent with the survey scope, objectives and constraints
  • 1.4 Design survey plan that reflects client requirements and present to client for approval
  • 1.5 Incorporate work health and safety and environmental sustainability and biosecurity procedures into plan
2. Determine requirements of the biological survey
  • 2.1 Identify biological survey indicators and evaluate constraints and opportunities for data collection
  • 2.2 Identify data collection points that are repeatable and statistically representative
  • 2.3 Identify hazards associated with a biological survey, assess risks and develop controls, determine costs, and document in the survey design
  • 2.4 Determine tools, equipment and machinery required for the survey and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and personnel
  • 2.5 Schedule survey activities and surveyor access according to the survey design
  • 2.6 Document survey procedures and schedules and present to appropriate personnel and client for approval
3. Conduct the biological survey
  • 3.1 Conduct field visit to verify previous data and gather further information on species frequency, distribution and health or habitat values
  • 3.2 Conduct the biological survey according to the survey design
  • 3.3 Monitor survey activities for accuracy, compliance to the survey design and out-of-specification procedures or events
  • 3.4 Undertake staged data collection according to the survey design, scheduling and surveyor access requirements
  • 3.5 Record all monitoring and survey data promptly and accurately according to specifications of the survey design
4. Compile a biological survey report
  • 4.1 Analyse data and draw conclusions based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments
  • 4.2 Prepare a biological survey report that describes survey findings according to the survey scope and objectives, identifies areas requiring remedial action for improvement and details recommendations for action
  • 4.3 Present report to the client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7066 AHCNAR502A Conduct biological surveys Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT49 AHCECR502 Conduct biological surveys Unit of competency
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