List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Confirm monitoring requirements with supervising staff | 1.1 | Clarify the purpose, objectives and the preferred site for the remote-sensing activities |
| 1.2 | Review all emergency and hazard/risk assessments, site safety and environmental requirements, and data quality procedures for the field activities |
| 1.3 | Clarify details of all field parameters to be monitored and the preferred monitoring and data quality procedures |
| 1.4 | Confirm final data formats will suit stakeholders who receive or use the data |
| 1.5 | Clarify details of any statutory requirements that apply to the site and associated field activities |
| 1.6 | Review existing remote-sensing monitoring protocols, and siting standards or associated in-house requirements which relate to the field activities |
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2 | Assemble remote-sensing field monitoring system | 2.1 | Identify required instruments, equipment and consumables and associated maintenance and replacement procedures |
| 2.2 | Identify site access, services and security requirements and any site constraints |
| 2.3 | Complete all administrative requirements and obtain appropriate approvals |
| 2.4 | Confirm required instrument calibration and data storage, handling and transfer systems |
| 2.5 | Field-check site suitability for monitoring activities and define alternative sites as necessary |
| 2.6 | Assemble remote-sensing monitoring system and check all components under laboratory conditions |
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3 | Organise and establish the remote-sensing monitoring site | 3.1 | Identify, and confirm with senior staff, all resources required for operation of monitoring system in the field |
| 3.2 | Confirm that all safety, emergency and risk assessment requirements and data quality procedures have been correctly applied to the field activities |
| 3.3 | Ensure correct packaging and transportation of equipment and instruments to defined field site |
| 3.4 | Establish remote monitoring station |
| 3.5 | Test operation of total system under field conditions |
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4 | Operate and maintain monitoring site | 4.1 | Undertake regular or emergency inspections of the site according to set procedures |
| 4.2 | Undertake calibration checks according to written instructions |
| 4.3 | Inspect and maintain all instruments, equipment and data systems and organise replacement of defective items |
| 4.4 | Perform all field and laboratory activities safely and with minimal impact on the environment |
| 4.5 | Document all site visits and associated actions |
| 4.6 | Review the total monitoring activity on a regular basis and implement any required modifications or improvements |
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5 | Close down field monitoring activities | 5.1 | Confirm decision to close down site and finalise all data requirements with supervising staff |
| 5.2 | Dismantle monitoring system and arrange checking, packaging and transportation of all equipment and instruments back to base |
| 5.3 | Close down site in accordance with workplace and environmental requirements |
| 5.4 | Hand back site and inform all relevant authorities |
| 5.5 | Test, decontaminate, if required, and store all equipment appropriately |
| 5.6 | Document all close-down actions |
Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:
organising and safely undertaking defined field-based, remote-sensing monitoring activities on at least two (2) occasions
accurately identifying and interpreting statutory requirements
safely undertaking reconnaissance and evaluating monitoring sites
confirming type, quantity and quality of data needed for defined monitoring activities
safely packaging and transporting supplies, equipment and instruments into the field
identifying and establishing a secure field monitoring site according to defined criteria
assembling, testing and closing down a field-based, remote-sensing monitoring system on-site
performing calibration and pre-use checks and maintaining equipment and systems in accordance with workplace procedures
operating the monitoring system to collect and store reliable data in accordance with workplace and data quality procedures
communicating effectively and efficiently with staff and other relevant parties and negotiating satisfactory agreements
responding effectively to changed or unforeseen circumstances
recognising hazards and risks and following all safety and environmental requirements.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:
terminology, protocols and statutory requirements relevant to field-based environmental monitoring activities conducted as part of job role
purpose and objectives of the monitoring activities conducted as part of job role, including:
information and analysis required
end users of information
significance of outcomes for broader programs
operating principles, technical capabilities and limitations of remote-sensing equipment and instruments used
basic fault identification and rectification procedures for field instruments and monitoring system
data quality, data storage, analysis and presentation procedures
workplace and/or legal traceability requirements
hazards and risks associated with field-based, remote-sensing monitoring
field-based work health and safety (WHS) requirements, emergency plans and environmental requirements.
Judgment of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).
This unit of competency may be assessed with:
MSL935004 Maintain instruments and equipment
Holistic assessment methods include:
review of data and results obtained by the candidate
feedback from supervisors and peers about the candidate’s performance in the field
observation of the candidate assembling, conducting calibration and pre-use checks and operating a field-based, remote-sensing monitoring system on-site to collect and store reliable data
review of the candidate’s response to simulation exercises, such as accident and emergency situations, and/or checking and testing equipment
oral and/or written questions covering specifications, requirements, workplace procedures and equipment/instruments used for monitoring activities conducted as part of job role.
Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures and specifications associated with this unit, including, but not limited to:
work program, workplace procedures covering safety and risk assessment, first aid, survival and emergency procedures, environmental requirements, codes of practice and field protocols
vehicles, monitoring and communication equipment, consumables and manuals.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
The assessor must demonstrate both technical competence and currency.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
relevant workplace experience.
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
having consulted with a laboratory about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.