List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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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
Read and use maps, photos and related documentation to gain a preliminary understanding of site features
Review site-specific or regional data to determine flora, fauna, soils and climate expected at site
Access and read site history and previous environmental or ecological studies to identify actual and potential site issues
Access and read all emergency plans, risk assessments, and safety and environmental management requirements associated with the field activities
Access and read legislative and planning instruments applicable to current and future site usage
Confirm site access requirements and identify potential site hazards
Seek input from colleagues and/or manager/s to confirm understanding of work requirements
Sketch, map or photograph the site to document key features
Observe and record the surface geology and geomorphology of the site
Observe and record hydrology of the site
Observe and record the major flora of the site
Observe and record evidence of site fauna
Observe and record infrastructure and other modifications to the site
Observe and record indicators of potential presence of cultural and indigenous heritage items
Check for evidence of illegal or inappropriate activities and record findings
Use geomorphological and hydrological observations to describe surface condition and infer potential future impacts
Make inferences on apparent ecological health of the site to plan for an initial ecological study of the site
Determine the physical, chemical and biological parameters that would need to be measured and sampled during subsequent ecological appraisal of the site
Identify and describe the biological and chemical components of interest, sampling areas and field techniques to be used
Identify, obtain and check required equipment and materials required for field study
Securely stow all field equipment in vehicle to prevent damage in transit
Safely transport all field equipment to site and prepare it for use
Perform ecological sampling for abundance and diversity parameters using the general techniques of transects and quadrats
Record descriptions of the habitat structure
Perform sampling for simple population, demographic and age structure parameters
Perform simple sampling and measurements on abiotic components
Perform simple targeted species sampling
Comply with legislation, environmental management requirements and workplace procedures
Store all samples and data safely according to procedures
Rehabilitate sampling sites to render them safe and minimise environmental impacts
Clean all equipment, containers, work area and vehicles according to workplace procedures
Pack and safely transport all samples, equipment and supplies back to home base
Organise dispatch of collected samples for subsequent analysis
Check serviceability of all equipment before storage
Summarise field data using simple calculations, graphs, tables and maps
Write report that includes simple conclusions and interpretations based on raw or summarised data
Maintain safety and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to work, health and safety (WHS) procedures
Minimise the generation of waste
Collect and dispose of all hazardous wastes safely according to procedures

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSS024027 - Participate in environmental field work

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSS024027 - Participate in environmental field work

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