Assessor Resource

AHCPER417
Investigate and recommend species for a permaculture system

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access plans and design criteria for permaculture system 
Identify environmental and climatic conditions for permaculture site 
Determine primary characteristics and uses for species in permaculture system with client 
Investigate interrelationships of species for a sustained permaculture system 
Determine diversity of species in permaculture system 
Investigate and identify plant species reflecting characteristics required in permaculture system 
Investigate and identify animal species reflecting characteristics required in permaculture system 
Investigate and identify invertebrate and microbial species reflecting characteristics required in permaculture system 
Assess and confirm value of each identified species for roles or functions required in permaculture system 
Select and document species identified according to biological naming conventions 
Investigate and document cultural requirements and conditions for each species selected 
Investigate and document expected interactions and interrelationships for species in permaculture system 
Compile documentation into formal recommendation according to workplace format 
Present recommendation to client for feedback and approval 
Review and rectify recommendations according to client feedback 
Monitor implementation and development of permaculture system 
Evaluate suitability of species in design 
Re-assess underperforming species and investigate alternative options 
Maintain records of species performance for future reference 

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