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Minimise environmental impact

Minimise environmental impact

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOFLD002
State Code
OBF39
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2019
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
13/12/2019
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement predetermined minimal environmental impact practices while delivering outdoor recreation activities. Environmental impact includes that to the natural environment and to Indigenous and non-Indigenous heritage and cultural sites.References to land managers and land management are used for simplicity and can equally apply to other environments such as marine locations.This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.It applies to all delivery personnel working at any level including support staff and assistants, and leaders including guides and instructors.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine environmental impacts of outdoor recreation activities.
  • 1.1. Interpret organisational minimal impact plans, practices and codes for the specific outdoor recreation activity.
  • 1.2. Identify potential environmental impacts caused by activity and identify specific causes.
  • 1.3. Evaluate consequences of impact on the environment including heritage or cultural sites.
2. Communicate minimal impact practices to participants.
  • 2.1. Explain aims of minimal impact plans and practices to activity participants.
  • 2.2. Communicate unique aspects of the setting and potential impacts of activities.
  • 2.3. Provide clear participant instructions for minimal impact practices and any cultural protocols for heritage or cultural sites.
  • 2.4. Monitor participant adherence to practices and assertively correct breaches.
3. Conduct activities with minimal impact.
  • 3.1. Follow organisational minimal impact plans, practices and codes throughout all activities.
  • 3.2. Comply with conditions of land manager permits and permissions that relate to location usage and practices.
  • 3.3. Use equipment in a manner that reduces impact on the natural environment.
  • 3.4. Demonstrate appropriate behaviour toward the environment when interacting with participants.
  • 3.5. Utilise heritage or cultural sites according to land management requirements and codes.
  • 3.6. Note and report any inappropriate practices to relevant personnel and provide suggestions for improvement.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6428 SISOOPS201A Minimise environmental impact Unit of competency