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Monitor weather conditions

Monitor weather conditions

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK302
State Code
BAN36
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
010701 - Atmospheric Sciences
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and interpret weather and climate conditions and assess the likely impact on work functions and activity.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret weather and climate information
  • 1.1 Monitor weather and climate information and warnings to determine likely conditions according to workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Anticipate and assess potential variations in weather and climate conditions according to warnings, weather patterns and historical experience
  • 1.3 Identify the possible impacts of weather and climate on workplace activity
  • 1.4 Identify and review options for appropriate preventative actions
2. Carry out preventative actions within the workplace
  • 2.1 Disseminate information and advice according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Plan preventative action according to the known effects on workplace activities
  • 2.3 Implement actions to minimise adverse effects on workplace activities according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Adjust and revise workplace activities and schedules according to weather conditions
3. Monitor weather and climate
  • 3.1 Access regular weather updates to determine the ongoing suitability of current programs
  • 3.2 Review the viability of management practices and scheduling of work tasks to ensure suitability within weather conditions
  • 3.3 Maintain currency of forecasting skills according to workplace procedures and personal requirements
  • 3.4 Record weather information according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7309 AHCWRK302A Monitor weather conditions Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFB72 AHCWRK314 Monitor weather conditions Unit of competency