FWPFRM5004Contribute to the planning and conduct of forest valuation

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31 assessable components: 3 elements (16 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 6 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Recommend forest valuation method

  • 1.1Determine reasons for proposed forest valuation
  • 1.2Research legislative requirements, accounting standards set by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) and industry standards that apply to forest valuation in Australia
  • 1.3Research features, applications and data requirements of different forest valuation methods
  • 1.4Establish criteria for selecting a forest valuation
  • 1.5Apply selection criteria to recommend the appropriate forest valuation method
  • 1.6Forward recommendation to appropriate personnel and confirm further actions

2 Support forest valuation process

  • 2.1Confirm and record data on ownership, boundaries, forest inventory, yield estimates and the characteristics and treatments that have been applied to the stand
  • 2.2Conduct forest valuation in accordance with legislative requirements, AASB accounting standards and industry standards
  • 2.3Liaise with and seek support from senior personnel during valuation process, as required
  • 2.4Verify accuracy and reliability of collated data and seek additional information required to confirm valuation as required
  • 2.5Analyse forest stand valuation methods, including quoted price in the market, transactions, present value, lump sum and cost based and select the most suitable for use
  • 2.6Apply software program for valuing forest assets according to workplace procedures
  • 2.7Select alternative valuation methods for forest estates or plantations with particular characteristics

3 Document forest valuation

  • 3.1Prepare draft valuation report using an agreed method, highlighting findings and rationale
  • 3.2Forward draft valuation report to appropriate personnel and confirm further actions
  • 3.3Maintain records and documentation according to workplace procedures

Performance evidence

  • An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.
  • There must be evidence that, under the supervision of a senior forester, the individual has planned and conducted a valuation of one forest stand.
  • In undertaking this activity, the individual has:
  • used one of the following valuation methods: quoted price in the market, transactions method, present value method, lump sum method, cost based methods
  • completed a draft valuation report highlighting findings and rationale.

Knowledge evidence

  • An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:
  • reasons for obtaining a forest valuation: sale of forest, insurance, asset valuation for company accounts, land use comparisons, project evaluation, strategic planning equipment
  • types, application and advantages and disadvantages of forest valuation methods: quoted price in the market, transactions method, present value method, lump sum method, cost based methods
  • stand characteristics and treatments: species, seed/genetic source, year of establishment or regeneration treatment, initial stocking, fertiliser and weedicide treatments, pruning, thinning, insect and disease attacks and treatments, growth, mortality and removals
  • methods for valuing forest estates or plantations with particular characteristics: valuating the highest and best use, immature forests, native forests, leased forests, joint venture and share farming forests, multiple use forests
  • software programs for valuing forest assets.

Foundation skills

  • Reading: Interpret complex written, technical information in source documents related to forest valuation
  • Writing: Design, develop and revise strategic documents appropriate to audience and context
  • Oral communication: Use active listening and questioning techniques to convey and clarify information
  • Numeracy: Analyse and compare complex statistical information related to forest valuation

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What does an assessment tool for FWPFRM5004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FWPFRM5004 needs to address all 31 unit components: 3 elements with 16 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 6 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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