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Manage stand health

Manage stand health

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFGM4202
State Code
AXK62
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to assess trees and apply treatments to ensure the health of a stand of trees. The unit includes reviewing and evaluating program processes against defined criteriaThe unit applies to job roles including Arboriculture Supervisor, Farm Forestry Supervisor, Forestry Supervisor, Forestry Operations Supervisor, Harvesting Supervisor, Harvesting Team Leader, Propagation and Stand Health Supervisor and Tree Farm Supervisor.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan stand health program
  • 1.1 Review stand health requirements and site environmental protection measures and regulations.
  • 1.2 Obtain and assess information that will impact on stand health planning.
  • 1.3 Identify and select methods for encouraging stand health.
  • 1.4 Develop and document measurable performance indicators, specifications and targets for stand health.
  • 1.5 Obtain required approvals from authorities
  • 1.6 Document and communicate stand health program.
2. Implement and monitor stand health program
  • 2.1 Coordinate resources for stand health program.
  • 2.2 Maintain clear and accurate documentation on stand health.
  • 2.3 Develop and communicate work schedule for the site.
  • 2.4 Implement and monitor stand health program ensuring health and protection of stand.
  • 2.5 Conduct systematic checks for compliance requirements.
  • 2.6 Make adjustments to the stand health program as required.
  • 2.7 Manage risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled.
  • 2.8 Ensure workplace health and safety of the site.
  • 2.9 Respond to problems and factors affecting stand health.
3. Review stand health program
  • 3.1 Assess and evaluate information on stand health operation and confirm that techniques, methodologies and budgets are consistent with the program.
  • 3.2 Document issues and impediments to stand health.
  • 3.3 Undertake cost benefit analysis and make recommendations for change or improvement.
  • 3.4 Disseminate results of review of stand health program.
  • 3.5 Follow organisational procedures for completion of all documentation on stand health program.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6009 FPIFGM4202B Manage stand health Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODR97 FWPSIL4005 Plan for and coordinate a stand health and nutrition program Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL1 FWP40116 Certificate IV in Forest Operations Qualification