Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the process of managing the design planning and costing of a Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) project using a methodology approved under the CFI for avoiding emissions from savannah burning or feral animals or a project for avoiding emissions or sequestering carbon in the rangelands.
Application of the Unit
The unit applies to those who wish to manage the implementation of or provide advice on implementing a CFI savannah burning, feral animal or rangelands project.
Application of this unit must cover the skills and knowledge to plan for savannah burning and feral animal and rangelands projects as approved CFI methodologies for them become available.
Note that the ‘advice’ referred to in this unit does not relate to financial advice which requires an Australian financial services license. This unit does not address the skills or the generic knowledge requirements in "ASIC Regulatory Guide 146: Training of Financial Product Advisors".
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Manage the project design process |
1.1 Areas of expertise and specialist services required to carry out the project are identified 1.2 A design brief is prepared 1.3 Project design and contract arrangements are agreed 1.4 Site elements and features that impact on project design and establishment are assessed 1.5 The impact of project location on the type of carbon credits generated, where relevant, is ascertained 1.6 The impact of differing crediting and reporting periods on project planning and implementation is assessed 1.7 A design is prepared that describes the detailed features, specifications and approach of the project 1.8 The design is checked for compliance with the relevant approved methodology and CFI requirements and agreed with the stakeholder |
2. Carry out preliminary planning activities |
2.1 The responsibilities of owning and managing a CFI project are identified 2.2 Project design and contract requirements are confirmed 2.3 The availability and quantity of materials and resources listed in the project specifications are verified 2.4 The availability of personnel with appropriate expertise to assist with or undertake project work is confirmed |
3. Prepare a project plan |
3.1 Resources, tools, labour and equipment required for project implementation are identified 3.2 Project risks are assessed and controls are established 3.3 A project plan outlining allocation of resources, work tasks and timing is prepared 3.4 Interdependencies, seasonal factors and impacts are identified and incorporated in the staging strategy |
4. Cost implementation works |
4.1 Current prices for project resources, tools, labour and equipment required for project implementation are obtained 4.2 Unit and total cost for each resource item is calculated 4.3 Total project costs are accurately calculated and documented 4.4 Adjustments are made where required to reconcile costs with project budget 4.5 The costed plan is agreed with the project proponent 4.6 The costed plan is checked with the relevant auditor to ensure that the methods proposed in applying the methodology will meet audit requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
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Required knowledge Knowledge of: |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must be undertaken in the context of the Carbon Farming Initiative. Assessment resources must be developed to determine the candidate’s depth and breadth of knowledge of approved savannah burning, feral animal and rangelands methodologies and the knowledge required to plan their implementation, as well as their ability to provide accurate and up-to-date information to others in a professional manner. |
Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment with other units relevant to the job role is recommended. The unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Seasonal factors and impacts include: |
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Design brief includes: |
a brief that outlines project objectives, outcomes, scope, constraints and assumptions, dependencies, design options and preferred option, business case, success indicators, project approach and governance arrangements (including compliance requirements with the standards of the applicable auditor) |
Positive list includes: |
a register, contained in the CFI regulations, of abatement activities, that are eligible to earn carbon credits under the CFI |
Unit Sector(s)
Carbon farming.