Unit of competency Outline
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Develop prescribed burning plans
Develop prescribed burning plans
Unit of competency
National Code
PUAFIR406B
PUAFIR406B
State Code
D3772
D3772
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/02/2013
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
15/02/2013
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the development of plans for prescribed burning in areas for which the organisation is responsible to meet defined objectives through a range of strategies.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify target areas and burn objectives
- 1.1 Areas requiring prescribed burning are identified in accordance with the organisation's procedures
- 1.2 Burn objectives are developed in accordance with the organisation's procedures
2. Prepare plans for prescribed burning
- 2.1 Strategies and tactics which are suitable for the location and will meet objectives, are nominated in accordance with organisational procedures and programs
- 2.2 Consultation with other interested parties, during the planning process, is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures
- 2.3 Proposed strategies and tactics take into account the safety of persons and protection of property, assets and the environment
- 2.4 Resources required and conditions for implementation of the strategies and tactics, are specified in accordance with organisational procedures
3. Monitor implementation of prescribed burning plans
- 3.1 Progress of plan implementation is monitored for compliance with organisational requirements
- 3.2 Prescribed burning activities are recorded in accordance with organisational procedures
- 3.3 Incidents are reported and investigated in accordance with organisational procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Hazards may include
flammable vegetation
flammable hazardous materials
adjoining land use, proximity to urban areas
Actions may include
assist in community protection
hazard reduction
vegetation management
habitat management
management of cultural sites
Interested parties may include
government organisations including local, state and federal
adjacent land owners and/or managers
community groups with specific interests
Safety of people may include
people on areas adjacent to the target area
people permanently or temporarily in the target area
smoke management
Protection of property and assets may include
property and assets adjacent to the target area
commercial crops or other assets on the target area
cultural sites, historical buildings, etc.
Protection of the environment may include
native flora and fauna
rare and endangered species
water quality
soil conservation
safe use of chemical sprays
smoke management
Incidents may include
fire escapes over control lines
accidental chemical spillage
damage to equipment and property
damage to environment
injury to persons
complaints from persons or organisations
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Hazards may include
flammable vegetation
flammable hazardous materials
adjoining land use, proximity to urban areas
Actions may include
assist in community protection
hazard reduction
vegetation management
habitat management
management of cultural sites
Interested parties may include
government organisations including local, state and federal
adjacent land owners and/or managers
community groups with specific interests
Safety of people may include
people on areas adjacent to the target area
people permanently or temporarily in the target area
smoke management
Protection of property and assets may include
property and assets adjacent to the target area
commercial crops or other assets on the target area
cultural sites, historical buildings, etc.
Protection of the environment may include
native flora and fauna
rare and endangered species
water quality
soil conservation
safe use of chemical sprays
smoke management
Incidents may include
fire escapes over control lines
accidental chemical spillage
damage to equipment and property
damage to environment
injury to persons
complaints from persons or organisations
EVIDENCE GUIDE
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated by:
identifying wildfire hazards
developing objectives
meeting objectives for burn strategies and tactics
minimising environmental impact
recognising and consulting interested parties
Consistency in performance
competency demonstrated over a period of time within the range of variables
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
on the job and/or
indirect evidence in the form of documentation, and/or
discussion with the applicant and nominated referees
simulated situations
Specific resources for assessment
travel to remote locations may be necessary
Guidance information for assessment
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated by:
identifying wildfire hazards
developing objectives
meeting objectives for burn strategies and tactics
minimising environmental impact
recognising and consulting interested parties
Consistency in performance
competency demonstrated over a period of time within the range of variables
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
on the job and/or
indirect evidence in the form of documentation, and/or
discussion with the applicant and nominated referees
simulated situations
Specific resources for assessment
travel to remote locations may be necessary
Guidance information for assessment
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8937 | PUAFIR406A | Develop prescribed burning plans (adapted from PUALPW056A) | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDA6 | AHC51116 | Diploma of Conservation and Land Management | Qualification |
| D523 | AHC51110 | Diploma of Conservation and Land Management | Qualification |
| J474 | FPI40111 | Certificate IV in Forest Operations | Qualification |
| S485 | FPI40105 | Certificate IV in Forest Operations | Qualification |