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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Examine existing information gathered through previous investigation to determine key features
Identify information, records and places previously destroyed or damaged or under threat and report to management
Assess scope of information for adequacy against the requirements of legislation, codes of practice, guidelines and cultural protocols
Identify and access appropriate electronic and manual recording systems for data collection
Identify and access sources of expertise in research environments
Identify and record areas of inadequate information
Consult with local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Communities and authorised individuals
Conduct interviews under the direction of a relevant cultural reference group and according to organisational requirements
Investigate and record the current and relevant past land tenure for the site
Investigate Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples' interests with regard to regional and Community organisations
Apply cultural protocols and conduct key consultations with regional and local Community organisations and individuals
Comply with privacy requirements according to the directions of stakeholders and legislative and organisation requirements
Determine objectives of the field research in conjunction with key stakeholders
Use objectives to identify specific types of investigation, techniques to be used, and physical areas of investigation
Assess the types of investigation to be utilised
Review existing information and data records to determine the starting points for the fieldwork
Ensure research methodology is consistent with the research objectives
Identify and access required resources to establish and maintain the research program
Select appropriate research personnel and identify stakeholders to be included in the consultation process
Identify research techniques and safe operations within expected environmental and cultural conditions
Estimate and submit costs of field research for approval
Establish sampling and recording processes for research information according to best practice and scientific standards
Ensure investigations comply with guidelines and other legislative requirements
Use information on stakeholders to determine interests held by organisations, groups and individuals, and cultural dimensions
Define and document issues to be addressed with interest groups
Develop consultation and decision-making process to address the issues with individuals, groups and organisations using appropriate cultural protocols
Provide appropriate time for consultative processes within groups and between individuals to occur and to obtain feedback on issues
Form a decision-making group, to assist in direct investigation, accessing information to address issues and/or review the significance of place or area
Follow work health and safety, environmental sustainability and biosecurity policies and procedures when working in field
Inspect sites to assess condition and availability of further information
Adjust previously determined methodology considering progressive results and stakeholder feedback
Coordinate observations, records and monitoring in accordance with scientific practice and to meet research objectives
Determine ecological, biological and geological, microbiological and entomological diversity within specified area
Source appropriate equipment and skills for the capture, management and sampling of animal species
Identify and record evidence of culturally significant resources in area using appropriate recording equipment
Identify and record impacts from areas external to natural and cultural resources in area under investigation
Deploy equipment, techniques and people to carry out investigations
Document and approve each field operation according to legislative and organisation requirements for work in the research environment
Analyse and record information for impact since previous report and other resources
Document outcomes according to legislative requirements, the organisation’s policies and practices, and international and national processes
Brief stakeholders and record draft findings
Develop and submit a determination of significance report to the organisation and its external review processes as required by legislation and codes of practice

Assessment Cover Sheet

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