Investigate suspected breaches of natural resource management legislation

Unit of competency Outline

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23/07/2026 1:22 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
AHCNRM512

State Code
OCT99

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
24/12/2020

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

21/05/2021

Field of Education

050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management

Original Release Date

21/05/2021

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct site inspections and collect evidence for investigations into suspected breaches of natural resource management (NRM) legislation.The unit applies to individuals who act in an official capacity to investigate suspected breaches of NRM legislation. They also analyse information and exercise judgement to complete their duties with a deep knowledge in land use. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.Natural resource management legislation applies in all states and territories and must be adhered to. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Respond to advice of change in land use

1.1 Receive and record details relating to suspected change in land use
1.2 Conduct pre-site inspection investigations in accordance with workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements
1.3 Report suspected breach of NRM legislation to agency authority
1.4 Seek approval to proceed with investigation according to workplace authorisation procedures

2. Carry out site investigation

2.1 Follow workplace health and safety policies and procedures when carrying out site inspections and investigations
2.2 Provide notification to stakeholders of the consequences of suspected change in land use
2.3 Seek permission for site access from land owner to conduct investigation according to legislative and regulatory requirements
2.4 Seek assistance from civil authorities where permission is refused according to workplace procedures
2.5 Conduct interviews of witnesses and landholders
2.6 Conduct site observations and collect evidence related to the suspected breach in land use
2.7 Maintain records of interview and observations according to rules of evidence

3. Collate and assess site evidence

3.1 Check accuracy of collected site evidence against official land use documents and records
3.2 Identify supplementary information to assist in making a fair determination
3.3 Identify evidence indicating a possible breach in land use
3.4 Evaluate volume and sufficiency of evidence and supplementary information for a determination

4. Compile report on outcomes of investigation

4.1 Validate accuracy of evidence and supplementary information
4.2 Consider the evidence against the possible breach in NRM legislation and make a preliminary determination
4.3 Prepare report with recommendations based on preliminary determination according to legislative protocols and workplace procedures
4.4 Present report and supporting documentation to agency authority according to workplace procedures

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BAN12	AHCNRM508	Investigate suspected breaches of natural resource management legislation	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BGF9	AHC51120	Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management	Qualification