Assessment Requirements for AHCNAR504 Manage natural area restoration programs

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Assessment Requirements for AHCNAR504 Manage natural area restoration programs

Modification History

Release	TP Version	Comment
1	AHCv1.0	Initial release

Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

manage a natural area restoration program

carry out a detailed site assessment for restoration

select appropriate vegetation restoration techniques for the program

plan a natural area restoration program effectively

ensure program complies with relevant legislative and program requirements

calculate staff and resources required

supervise staff to carry out natural area restoration works according to the program

review natural area restoration program against issues identified in the management plan for the area

monitor staff to ensure work health and safety policies and procedures are followed

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

plant species and community recognition

natural regeneration potential and limits

ecological restoration theory and techniques

factors affecting the timing and method of plant establishment

identification of plant and animal threats to treated areas

principles and methods relating to the prevention and control of pests and diseases

safety requirements when handling and using hazardous goods

soils and nutrients, plant selection and culture

calculations for materials

legislative requirements

preparation of plans and specifications

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72