AHCLPW504 Assess land use applications for legislative compliance

Release: 1

AHCLPW504 Assess land use applications for legislative compliance

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 6.0.

Application

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess formal applications for changes in land use against legislative requirements, and make recommendations to ensure compliance.

The unit applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities demonstrating a deep knowledge in specific technical areas for the use and management of land. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.

Land usage legislation and regulations exist in all states and territories and must be adhered to. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil

Unit Sector

Lands, Parks and Wildlife (LPW)

Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements	Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Prepare for assessment	1.1 Review and confirm data for suitability of application for changes in land use 1.2 Communicate with client intention to process application 1.3 Confirm land ownership by undertaking a title search 1.4 Notify client of irregularities in application according to workplace procedures 1.5 Establish timing of inspection and data collection with client
2. Collect site evidence	2.1 Check accuracy of submitted site plans against known mapping data 2.2 Investigate and collect site data pertinent to the application 2.3 Investigate and assess threats to biota and biodiversity 2.4 Assess impact of proposed land use on soil and water conditions 2.5 Investigate and record potential cultural and heritage issues
3. Compile final report	3.1 Assess site evidence and application data against criteria according to workplace procedures 3.2 Document outcomes of assessment 3.3 Compile a report and recommendations in accordance with legislative and workplace requirements 3.4 Present final report and supporting documentation to stakeholders

Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill	Description
Reading	Organise, evaluate and critique information from application forms, supporting documentation and compliance standards, drawing on a broad range of reading strategies
Oral Communication	Establish and maintain effective communication when communicating with stakeholders from a range of backgrounds and literacy levels, including clients, agency representatives and management
Numeracy	Analyse and synthesise embedded mathematical information in application forms, maps and plans when validating site information

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title current version	Code and title previous version	Comments	Equivalence status
AHCLPW504 Assess land use applications for legislative compliance	AHCLPW503 Assess applications for legislative compliance	Changes to Application, Performance Evidence for clarity Updated Performance Evidence, Knowledge Evidence and Assessment Conditions	Not equivalent

Links

Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72