AHCARB511 — Prepare arborist reports

Elements & performance criteria

Performance evidence

• reviewed client brief and determined report outcomes
• determined evidentiary data records
• determined statutory requirements for report
• established scope and assumptions for report
• determined arboricultural content and textual and visual content for report
• confirmed report parameters with client
• researched content and information for report
• assessed primary and secondary sources, and evaluated the validity and reliability of researched material
• inspected site and recorded details and observations, which must include:
• location of site and trees under consideration
• matters relevant to scope of report
• recorded visual evidence using image capture equipment
• obtained and recorded information from test results
• collated observations, test results, research material and inspection data into a body of evidentiary data
• stored and backed up data according to data management procedures
• prepared report format and layout according to workplace style guide and industry standards, which must include:
• used a word processor and its tools and functions to produce the report
• used custom templates and logos
• obtained permission for copyrighted materials intended for the report
• created and populated tables and charts
• used images and graphics to enhance report presentation and content
• inserted document elements for titles, page numbers, table of content, glossary of terms, headers and footers, watermarks for drafts, endnotes or footnotes and acknowledged references
• incorporated information and evidentiary data into formatted report
• assessed body of evidentiary data and determined value of conflicting evidence
• developed an informed decision from considered viewpoints
• formulated a conclusive determination and informed client
• developed recommendations based on determination
• prepared a draft document based on brief, method, observation, conclusion and recommendations
• sought feedback on report from at least two professional colleagues and edited report based on feedback
• drafted final sections of report
• reviewed and developed summary of report content
• reviewed and edited final report ready for distribution
• delivered final report to client and stakeholders according to client brief

Knowledge evidence

• consulting with clients and purpose of a client brief
• arborist reports and their development and context, including:
• evidentiary data
• statutory reporting
• limits and assumptions of arborist reports
• arboricultural content in reports
• investigation and researching valid data and information, including:
• research design and methodology
• valid and reliable data collection
• sources of research material, including primary and secondary sources
• methods of analysing data collected and compiling into logical data sets
• balancing conflicting viewpoints
• site inspections and gathering primary data
• image capture equipment appropriate to arboricultural reports and visual evidence, including:
• still photographic images
• imaging equipment, including light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology
• video recording
• collation of observations, test results, research material and inspection data into a body of evidentiary data, including:
• managing, storing and interrogating data
• data collection procedures
• storage, backup and retrieval systems for data
• report for statutory, client and organisation purposes, including:
• formats and presentation
• requirements for specific document content
• layout and arboriculture industry conventions
• copyright, intellectual property and referencing when preparing reports and using material as inclusions in reports
• developing draft report structure
• use of active and passive voice in reports and presentations
• summarising the report
• computer software for preparing and organising data sets
• word processors and computer software used for creating and editing documents
• corporate style guides and their purpose for formal reports, including:
• custom document templates
• purpose and use of corporate logos
• creating and formatting tables
• generating charts and graphics
• elements of reports, including, title, page numbers, table of contents, footers and headers and watermarks
• quality document outcomes, including:
• correct use of language
• logical organisation and development of content
• spelling, grammar and punctuation
• arborist terminology and jargon
• industry expectations and standards
• decision-making processes, including:
• consideration of different viewpoints in making informed decisions
• formulating conclusions and determinations

Foundation skills

• Reading: Interpret and analyse complex texts, including industry standards, workplace procedures and research materials, to identify critical information and concepts for use in arborist reports
• Writing: Create complex arborist reports, demonstrating control over a range of writing styles and using industry-specific language appropriate for key stakeholders
• Oral communication: Use effective verbal communication, including open questioning and active listening, to communicate with contractors, clients and other stakeholders, and when discussing and presenting arborist reports

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