AHCSAW404 — Supervise implementation of conservation earthworks plans

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What an assessment for AHCSAW404 must cover

44 assessable components: 3 elements (18 performance criteria), 12 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan efficient implementation of erosion and sediment control works

1.1Review plans and specifications and correlate to earthworks work site
1.2Determine resource requirements to undertake work
1.3Plan and record work sequences according to proposed work schedule
1.4Identify pest control requirements and develop a strategy for control
1.5Order resources required for works according to construction schedule and workplace procedures
1.6Identify potential regulatory, planning, biosecurity and environmental impacts of the work, and notify senior management of inconsistencies
1.7Identify workplace health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures

2 Direct and monitor work

2.1Communicate instructions and expected work performance standards to work team
2.2Assess work team skill level and arrange training according to assessment outcomes
2.3Assess site for constraints limiting achievement of performance targets, and modify techniques and schedules to mitigate constraints
2.4Report mitigating conditions and project modifications to senior management for approval
2.5Assess work performance against target and adjust activities or plan where inconsistencies in performance are identified
2.6Monitor site and machinery operational safety according to workplace health and safety policies and environmental and biosecurity practices
2.7Liaise with stakeholders to keep them apprised of project development

3 Complete work

3.1Inspect site for confirmation of completion of work according to performance targets
3.2Report underperformance to target, and arrange rectification notices
3.3Supervise the maintenance and cleaning of machinery and equipment
3.4Report outcomes of conservation earthworks to senior management according to workplace reporting procedures

Performance evidence

determined operational resource requirements, including: human resources, materials and consumables, tools and equipment, financial
identified hazards and implemented controls for the site
identified pests and control strategy
planned the implementation of works
protected natural areas from damage
directed implementation of planned works
monitored job performance against target and took action to rectify
identified and addressed risks to achieving planned outcomes
communicated with stakeholders about work undertaken
assessed and arranged work team upskilling
ensured workplace health and safety policies and procedures were followed
monitored adherence to biosecurity measures and sustainability practices

Knowledge evidence

conservation earthworks standards and principles, including: erosion control and design principles, sediment control principles, natural area topsoil protection and rehabilitation principles, impact of earthworks on the ecology, impact of geology on soils and subsequent earthworks activity and site access
pest control required on earthworks, including: site weeds, soil-borne pests and pathogens, strategies required to control or eradicate
supervision techniques and strategies, including: working with work teams, assessing performance, rectifying performance issues, reporting procedures, work sequencing and scheduling
equipment most suitable to the constructing of erosion and sediment control works, including: earthmoving principles, principles of machine operation
quality assurance systems, processes and practices
staff deployment, supervision, skills assessment and training
application of legislations and codes of practice, including: workplace health and safety, environmental legislation, codes of practice, biosecurity, workplace policies and procedures, enterprise requirements to work site
communications strategies to ensure stakeholders are engaged and informed, including: working with the media, special interest groups, general public, clients and senior managers
workplace health and safety hazards associated with conservation earthworks, and the controls necessary to remove or minimise associated risks
state/territory legislative requirements related to conservation earthworks, environmental protection and biosecurity standards

Foundation skills

Reading: Critically analyse project plans and specifications, and consolidate information into schedules, programs, materials and equipment requirements, and for monitoring work team performance
Writing: Prepare reports for stakeholders and senior managers to inform on project progress and completion targets, using clear and accurate language
Oral Communication: Use collaborative and inclusive techniques, including active listening and questioning and reading of non-verbal signals, to convey and clarify instruction to workers and to provide reports to stakeholders
Numeracy: Interpret and perform calculations to analyse materials and resource requirements, to determine costs and quantities, and to accurately report on progress performance against target

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Questions about assessing AHCSAW404

What does an assessment tool for AHCSAW404 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCSAW404 needs to address all 44 unit components: 3 elements with 18 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for AHCSAW404?

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