AHCNRM510 — Develop a water quality monitoring program

1 Determine water quality monitoring program requirements

• 1.1Consult with client to identify scope, objectives and constraints in a program brief
• 1.2Research and evaluate background information relevant to survey type and site
• 1.3Determine water quality indicators to be measured, frequency and volume of sampling required to meet program brief
• 1.4Establish procedures for data collection, processing and reporting according to program brief and legislative requirements
• 1.5Seek estimates of costs and source of funds for the program
• 1.6Identify and assess workplace health and safety hazards for conducting the sampling program
• 1.7Provide a survey strategy to stakeholders for discussion and approvals according to program brief

2 Undertake a site analysis

• 2.1Identify and record biophysical elements of the site
• 2.2Identify and record resource management factors contributing to water quality
• 2.3Survey site biota according to program brief
• 2.4Identify and evaluate sampling points for safety, accessibility and opportunities for repeatable data collection

3 Plan monitoring program

• 3.1Select suitable sites for repeatable monitoring to obtain representative samples
• 3.2Source laboratory and field equipment for monitoring program, and determine costs
• 3.3Confirm suitability and availability of laboratory and field equipment
• 3.4Confirm surveyor access to site for duration of the monitoring program
• 3.5Document workplace health and safety controls and emergency procedures for the program according to workplace policies
• 3.6Document environmental sustainability policies and procedures and biosecurity measures
• 3.7Document sampling techniques to be used
• 3.8Document methods of data collection, monitoring and field techniques for field operators
• 3.9Present survey schedules and procedures to stakeholders and client for approval

4 Monitor water quality

• 4.1Carry out water quality monitoring tasks according to plan
• 4.2Transport, store and treat samples to preserve the reliability and fidelity of sample results
• 4.3Monitor surveying process for accuracy, and compliance with the survey plans and procedures
• 4.4Implement contingency plans when problems arise, whilst continuously assessing and evaluating the plan for errors and inconsistencies

5 Evaluate program

• 5.1Record and save data according to plan requirements
• 5.2Analyse data collected according to industry policies and guidelines and scientific standards
• 5.3Draw outcomes, conclusions or trends from the monitoring program using industry standards for interpretation of water quality data and appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments
• 5.4Seek advice from client as to satisfaction with monitoring program in terms of the process and outcomes
• 5.5Provide report on outcomes to client with recommendations for changes and improvements for any further monitoring activities

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