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Develop and manage a plan to reclaim land affected by salinity

Develop and manage a plan to reclaim land affected by salinity

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSOL504
State Code
BAN56
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
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency covers the development and management of a plan to reclaim salt affected land for profitable, sustainable agricultural production. The plan will include the assessment of the area to determine the source of the salt, the level of salinity and the extent of the infestation as well as plan to reduce flooding and the effect of water logging on the soil. The plan will recommend strategies to be used to reclaim the land. The cost of the plan will be calculated. Plant and pasture establishment and management methods will be recommended for saline sites. Management of the reclaimed area is intended to increase production and profitability. The plan will include strategies for prevention of further salinity problems and for community involvement to reduce salinity in the area.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety legislation and codes, and sustainability practices.This unit is applicable to a person who has a role in managing the farm. This unit is likely to require consultation with a range of external institutions, groups, government departments and individuals.No occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this competency at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Review the saline area to increase productivity
  • 1.1 Map the property and determine the type and severity of the salinity and install fencing to subdivide classes of land and salt affected areas for appropriate management of each area
  • 1.2 Assess area for water logging, determine the cause and recommend strategies to divert water or drain water from the area
  • 1.3 Review and select suitable plant and pasture species and management options available to reclaim the saline area
  • 1.4 Calculate the cost and the beneficial returns of reclaiming the area including financial, environmental and social benefits
  • 1.5 Outline the management for the reclaimed area to protect it at vulnerable times of the year and certain times in the plant reproduction cycle
2. Develop a plan to manage water use and movement
  • 2.1 Install fencing to protect the watercourses through the property
  • 2.2 Test and modify salinity and pH of the water entering and leaving the property
  • 2.3 Calculate the water used by the enterprise and establish targets to reduce the quantity by improving irrigation methods and general management practices
3. Develop a plan to protect and manage natural areas
  • 3.1 Plan a strategy to protect the natural area from increased salinity and other stresses that will accelerate decline
  • 3.2 Develop strategies to increase biodiversity
  • 3.3 Plan to manage soil structure and fertility to improve soil biota
  • 3.4 Identify review indicators and develop the long-term plan
4. Implement a strategy to reduce salinity in the area
  • 4.1 Work with adjacent properties and relevant other authorities and community groups to reduce extent and cause of local saline areas by monitoring quality and quantity of water
  • 4.2 Monitor improvements in productivity and review against current leading edge and research developments
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT10 AHCSOL507 Develop and manage a plan to reclaim land affected by salinity Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDD8 AHC50116 Diploma of Agriculture Qualification