MSS024027 — Participate in environmental field work

1 Prepare for site inspection

• 1.1Read and use maps, photos and related documentation to gain a preliminary understanding of site features
• 1.2Review site-specific or regional data to determine flora, fauna, soils and climate expected at site
• 1.3Access and read site history and previous environmental or ecological studies to identify actual and potential site issues
• 1.4Access and read all emergency plans, risk assessments, and safety and environmental management requirements associated with the field activities
• 1.5Access and read legislative and planning instruments applicable to current and future site usage
• 1.6Confirm site access requirements and identify potential site hazards
• 1.7Seek input from colleagues and/or manager/s to confirm understanding of work requirements

2 Conduct initial site survey

• 2.1Sketch, map or photograph the site to document key features
• 2.2Observe and record the surface geology and geomorphology of the site
• 2.3Observe and record hydrology of the site
• 2.4Observe and record the major flora of the site
• 2.5Observe and record evidence of site fauna
• 2.6Observe and record infrastructure and other modifications to the site
• 2.7Observe and record indicators of potential presence of cultural and indigenous heritage items
• 2.8Check for evidence of illegal or inappropriate activities and record findings

3 Make an initial assessment of site condition

• 3.1Use geomorphological and hydrological observations to describe surface condition and infer potential future impacts
• 3.2Make inferences on apparent ecological health of the site to plan for an initial ecological study of the site
• 3.3Determine the physical, chemical and biological parameters that would need to be measured and sampled during subsequent ecological appraisal of the site

4 Prepare for field study

• 4.1Identify and describe the biological and chemical components of interest, sampling areas and field techniques to be used
• 4.2Identify, obtain and check required equipment and materials required for field study
• 4.3Securely stow all field equipment in vehicle to prevent damage in transit
• 4.4Safely transport all field equipment to site and prepare it for use

5 Perform a basic ecological field study of the site

• 5.1Perform ecological sampling for abundance and diversity parameters using the general techniques of transects and quadrats
• 5.2Record descriptions of the habitat structure
• 5.3Perform sampling for simple population, demographic and age structure parameters
• 5.4Perform simple sampling and measurements on abiotic components
• 5.5Perform simple targeted species sampling
• 5.6Comply with legislation, environmental management requirements and workplace procedures

6 Finalise field study

• 6.1Store all samples and data safely according to procedures
• 6.2Rehabilitate sampling sites to render them safe and minimise environmental impacts
• 6.3Clean all equipment, containers, work area and vehicles according to workplace procedures
• 6.4Pack and safely transport all samples, equipment and supplies back to home base
• 6.5Organise dispatch of collected samples for subsequent analysis
• 6.6Check serviceability of all equipment before storage

7 Process and present field data

• 7.1Summarise field data using simple calculations, graphs, tables and maps
• 7.2Write report that includes simple conclusions and interpretations based on raw or summarised data

8 Maintain a safe work environment

• 8.1Maintain safety and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to work, health and safety (WHS) procedures
• 8.2Minimise the generation of waste
• 8.3Collect and dispose of all hazardous wastes safely according to procedures

What does an assessment tool for MSS024027 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSS024027 needs to address all 64 unit components: 8 elements with 39 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 16 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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