THE

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

FOR

SURVEYOR

LEVEL 6

TVET CDACC
P.O BOX 15745-00100
NAIROBI
First published 2019
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Council Secretary/CEO
TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council
P.O. Box 15745–00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
 FOREWORD
The provision of quality education and training is fundamental to the Government’s
overall strategy for social economic development. Quality education and training will
contribute to achievement of Kenya’s development blueprint, Vision 2030 and
sustainable development goals.

Reforms in the education sector are necessary for the achievement of Kenya Vision
2030 and meeting the provisions of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The education
sector had to be aligned to the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and this resulted to the
formulation of the Policy Framework for Reforming Education and Training. A key
feature of this policy is the radical change in the design and delivery of the TVET
training. This policy document requires that training in TVET be competency based,
curriculum development be industry led, certification be based on demonstration of
competence and mode of delivery allows for multiple entry and exit in TVET
programmes.

These reforms demand that Industry takes a leading role in curriculum development to
ensure the curriculum addresses its competence needs. It is against this background
that these Occupational Standards were developed for the purpose of developing a
competency-based curriculum for Land survey and mapping. These Occupational
Standards will also be the bases for assessment of an individual for competence
certification.

It is my conviction that these Occupational Standards will play a great role towards
development of competent human resource for the land survey and mapping sector’s
growth and sustainable development.

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

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 PREFACE
Kenya Vision 2030 aims to transform the country into a newly industrializing,
“middle-income country providing a high-quality life to all its citizens by the year
2030”. Kenya intends to create a globally competitive and adaptive human resource
base to meet the requirements of a rapidly industrializing economy through life-long
education and training. TVET has a responsibility of facilitating the process of
inculcating knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for catapulting the nation to a
globally competitive country, hence the paradigm shift to embrace Competency Based
Education and Training (CBET).

The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act No. 29 of 2013 on
Reforming Education and Training in Kenya, emphasized the need to reform
curriculum development, assessment and certification. This called for a shift to CBET
in order to address the mismatch between skills acquired through training and skills
needed by industry as well as increase the global competitiveness of Kenyan labour
force.

The TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council (TVET

CDACC), in conjunction with Land survey and mapping Sector Skills Advisory
Committee (SSAC) have developed these Occupational Standards for a surveyor.
These standards will be the bases for development of competency-based curriculum
for Land survey and mapping Level 6.

The occupational standards are designed and organized with clear performance
criteria for each element of a unit of competency. These standards also outline the
required knowledge and skills as well as evidence guide.

I am grateful to the Council Members, Council Secretariat, Land survey and mapping
SSAC, expert workers and all those who participated in the development of these
Occupational Standards.

Prof. CHARLES M. M. ONDIEKI, PhD, FIET (K), Con. EngTech.

CHAIRMAN, TVET CDACC

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT
These Occupational Standards were developed through combined efforts of various
stakeholders from private and public organizations. I am thankful to the management
of the organizations for allowing their staff to participate in this course. I wish to
acknowledge the invaluable contribution of industry players who provided inputs
towards the development of these Standards.

I thank TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council

(TVET CDACC) for providing guidance on the development of these Standards. My
gratitude goes to Land survey and mapping Sector Skills Advisory Committee
(SSAC) members for their contribution to the development of these Standards. I
thank all the individuals and organizations who participated in the validation of these
Standards.

I acknowledge all other institutions which in one way or another contributed to the
development of these Standards.

CHAIRMAN
LAND SURVEY AND MAPPING SECTOR SKILLS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD....................................................................ii
PREFACE.......................................................................iii
ACKNOWLEDGMENT......................................................iv
ACRONYMS...................................................................vi
KEY TO UNIT CODE.......................................................vii
OVERVIEW..................................................................viii
BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY........................................1
DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS..............................2
DEMONSTRATE NUMERACY SKILLS.........................................6
DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY........................................13
DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
....................................................................................................18
DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS..............................29
DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY.......................38
DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
PRACTICES................................................................................46
COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY.................................52
APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS.....................................................53
OPERATE SURVEY INSTRUMENTS............................................................58
APPLY PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING
............................................................................................................................61
APPLY PRINCIPLES OF GIS..........................................................................64
APPLY PRINCIPLES OF CARTOGRAPHY...................................................68
APPLY LAND LAWS.......................................................................................71
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCIES....................................74
CONDUCT TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY.....................................................75
CONDUCT ENGINEERING SURVEY............................................................79
CONDUCT CADASTRAL SURVEY...............................................................82
CONDUCT HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY.......................................................85
CONDUCT MINING SURVEY........................................................................89

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 ACRONYMS
ICT : Information Communication Technology
MoE : Ministry of Education
OS : Occupational Standards
OSH : Occupation Safety and Health
OSHA : Occupation Safety and Health Act
OSHS : Occupational Safety and Health Standards
PPE : Personal Protective Equipment
SSAC : Sector Skills Advisory Committee
TVET : Technical and Vocational Education and Training
TVET CDACC: TVET Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification
Council

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 KEY TO UNIT CODE
LSM /OS /LS /BC /01/ 6/A

Industry or sector
Occupational Standards
Occupational area
Type of competency
Competency number
Competency level
Version control

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 OVERVIEW
This course consists of competencies required by a surveyor to conduct
Topographical Survey, Engineering Survey, Cadastral Survey, Hydrographic Survey
and Mining Survey.

It consists of the following units of competencies:

BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY

UNIT OF COMPETENCY CODE UNIT OF COMPETENCY TITLE
LSM/OS/LS/BC/01/6/A Demonstrate communication skills
LSM/OS/LS/BC/02/6/A Demonstrate numeracy skills
LSM/OS/LS/BC/03/6/A Demonstrate digital literacy
LSM/OS/LS/BC/04/6/A Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills
LSM/OS/LS/BC/05/6/A Demonstrate employability skills
LSM/OS/LS/BC/06/6/A Demonstrate environmental literacy
LSM/OS/LS/BC/07/6/A Demonstrate occupational safety and health
practices

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY

UNIT OF COMPETENCY CODE UNIT OF COMPETENCY TITLE
LSM/OS/LS/CC/01/6/A Apply Engineering Mathematics
LSM/OS/LS/CC/02/6/A Operate Survey Instruments
LSM/OS/LS/CC/03/6/A Apply Principles of Photogrammetry and
Remote Sensing
LSM/OS/LS/CC/04/6/A Apply Principles of GIS
LSM/OS/LS/CC/05/6/A Apply Principles of Cartography
LSM/OS/LS/CC/06/6/A Apply Land Laws

CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCIES

UNIT OF COMPETENCY CODE UNIT OF COMPETENCY TITLE

LSM/CU/LS/CR/01/6/A Conduct Topographical Survey
LSM/CU/LS/CR/02/6/A Conduct Engineering Survey
LSM/CU/LS/CR/03/6/A Conduct Cadastral Survey
LSM/CU/LS/CR/04/6/A Conduct Hydrographic Survey
LSM/CU/LS/CR/05/6/A Conduct Mining Survey

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BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY
 DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/01/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required in meeting communication needs of
clients and colleagues; developing, establishing, maintaining communication
pathways and strategies. It also covers competencies for conducting interview,
facilitating group discussion and representing the organization in various forums.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe These are assessable statements which specify the required
the key outcomes level of performance for each of the elements.
which make up Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
workplace
function
1. Meet 1.1 Specific communication needs of clients and colleagues are
communicatio identified and met
n needs of 1.2 Different approaches are used to meet communication
clients and needs of clients and colleagues
colleagues 1.3 Conflict is addressed promptly and in a timely way and in a
manner, which does not compromise the standing of the
organization
2. Develop 2.1 Strategies for effective internal and external dissemination
communicatio of information are developed to meet the organization’s
n strategies requirements
2.2 Special communication needs are considered in developing
strategies to avoid discrimination in the workplace
2.3 Communication strategies are analyzed, evaluated and
revised where necessary to make sure they are effective
3. Establish and 3.1 Pathways of communication are established to meet
maintain requirements of organization and workforce
communicatio 3.2 Pathways are maintained and reviewed to ensure personnel
n pathways are informed of relevant information
4. Promote use 4.1 Information is provided to all areas of the organization to
of facilitate implementation of the strategy
communicatio 4.2 Effective communication techniques are articulated and
n strategies modelled to the workforce
4.3 Personnel are given guidance about adapting
communication strategies to suit a range of contexts
5. Conduct 5.1 A range of appropriate communication strategies are
interview employed in interview situations

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 5.2 Records of interviews are made and maintained in
accordance with organizational procedures
5.3 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal
communication techniques are used to ensure that required
message is communicated
6. Facilitate 6.1 Mechanisms which enhance effective group interaction
group is defined and implemented
discussion 6.2 Strategies which encourage all group members to
participate are used routinely
6.3 Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions are
routinely set and followed
6.4 Relevant information is provided to group to facilitate
outcomes
6.5 Evaluation of group communication strategies is
undertaken to promote participation of all parties
6.6 Specific communication needs of individuals are
identified and addressed
7. Represent the 7.1 When participating in internal or external forums,
organization presentation is relevant, appropriately researched and presented
in a manner to promote the organization
7.2 Presentation is clear and sequential and delivered within a
predetermined time
7.3 Appropriate media is utilized to enhance presentation
7.4 Differences in views are respected
7.5 Written communication is consistent with organizational
standards
7.6 Inquiries are responded in a manner consistent with
organizational standard

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
Communication strategies  Language switch
include but not limited to:  Comprehension check
 Repetition
 Asking confirmation
 Paraphrase
 Clarification request

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  Translation
 Restructuring
 Approximation
 Generalization
Effective group  Identifying and evaluating what is occurring
interaction includes but within an interaction in a nonjudgmental way
not limited to:  Using active listening
 Making decision about appropriate words,
behavior
 Putting together response which is culturally
appropriate
 Expressing an individual perspective
 Expressing own philosophy, ideology and
background and exploring impact with relevance
to communication
Situations include but not  Establishing rapport
limited to:  Eliciting facts and information
 Facilitating resolution of issues
 Developing action plans
 Diffusing potentially difficult situations

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Effective communication
 Active listening
 Giving/receiving feedback
 Interpretation of information
 Role boundaries setting
 Negotiation
 Establishing empathy
 Openness and flexibility in communication
 Communication skills required to fulfill job roles as specified by the
organization
 Writing communications strategy
 Applying key elements of communications strategy

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:

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  Communication process
 Dynamics of groups and different styles of group leadership
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
 Flexibility in communication
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
Key elements of communications strategy

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of 1.1 Developed communication strategies to meet the
Competency organization requirements and applied in the
workplace
1.2 Established and maintained communication pathways
for effective communication in the workplace
1.3 Used communication strategies involving exchanges
of complex oral information
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications
4. 1Access to relevant workplace or appropriately
simulated environment where assessment can take
place
4. 2Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment
3.1 Direct Observation/Demonstration with Oral
Questioning
3.2 Written Examination
4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual
Assessment workplace or through accredited institution
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the
information industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
for
assessment

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 DEMONSTRATE NUMERACY SKILLS

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a worker in order to apply a wide
range of mathematical calculations for work; apply ratios, rates and proportions to
solve problems; estimate, measure and calculate measurement for work; Use detailed
maps to plan travel routes for work; Use geometry to draw and construct 2D and 3D
shapes for work; Collect, organize and interpret statistical data; Use routine formula
and algebraic expressions for work and use common functions of a scientific
calculator

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make required level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
1. Apply a wide range 1.1 Mathematical information embedded in a range of
of mathematical workplace tasks and texts is extracted
calculations for 1.2 Mathematical information is interpreted and
work comprehended
1.3 A range of mathematical and problem solving
processes are select and used
1.4 Different forms of fractions, decimals and
percentages are flexibly used
1.5 Calculation performed with positive and negative
numbers
1.6 Numbers are expressed as powers and roots and are
used in calculations
1.7 Calculations done using routine formulas
1.8 Estimation and assessment processes are used to
check outcome
1.9 Mathematical language is used to discuss and
explain the processes, results and implications of the
task

2. Use and apply 2.1 Information regarding ratios, rates and proportions
ratios, rates and extracted from a range of workplace tasks and texts
proportions for 2.2 Mathematical information related to ratios, rate and

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 work proportions is analyzed
2.3 Problem solving processes are used to undertake
the task
2.4 Equivalent ratios and rates are simplified
2.5 Quantities are calculated using ratios, rates and
proportions
2.6 Graphs, charts or tables are constructed to represent
ratios, rates and proportions
2.6 The outcomes reviewed and checked
2.7 Information is record using mathematical language
and symbols

3. Estimate, measure 3.1 Measurement information embedded in workplace

and calculate texts and tasks are extracted and interpreted
measurement for 3.2 Appropriate workplace measuring equipment are
work identified and selected
3.3 Accurate measurements are estimate and made
3.4 The area of 2D shapes including compound shapes
are calculated
3.5 The volume of 3D shapes is calculated using relevant
formulas
3.6 Sides of right angled triangles are calculated using
Pythagoras’ theorem
3.7 conversions are perform between units of
measurement
3.8 Problem solving processes are used to undertake the
task
3.9 The measurement outcomes are reviewed and
checked
3.10 Information is recorded using mathematical
language and symbols appropriate for the task
4. Use detailed maps to 4.1 Different types of maps are identified and
plan travel routes interpreted
for work 4.2 Key features of maps are identified
4.3 Scales are identified and interpreted
4.4 Scales are applied to calculate actual distances
4.5 Positions or locations are determined using
directional information
4.6 Routes are planned by determining directions and
calculating distances, speeds and times

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 4.7 Information is gathered and identified and relevant
factors related to planning a route checked
4.8 Relevant equipment is select and checked for
accuracy and operational effectiveness
4.9 Task is planned and recorded using specialized
mathematical language and symbols appropriate for the
task

5. Use geometry to 5.1 A range of 2D shapes and 3D shapes and their uses
draw 2D shapes and in work contexts is identified
construct 3D shapes 5.2 Features of 2D and 3D shapes are named and
for work described
5.3 Types of angles in 2D and 3D shapes are identified
5.4 Angles are drawn, estimated and measured using
geometric instruments
5.5 Angle properties of 2D shapes are named and
identified
5.6 Angle properties are used to evaluate unknown
angles in shapes
5.7 Properties of perpendicular and parallel lines are
applied to shapes
5.8 Understanding and use of symmetry is
demonstrated
5.9 Understanding and use of similarity is demonstrated
5.10 The workplace tasks and mathematical processes
required are identified
5.11 2D shapes is drawn for work
5.12 3D shapes is constructed for work
5.13 The outcomes are reviewed and checked
5.14 Specialized mathematical language and symbols
appropriate for the task are used

6. Collect, organize, 6.1 Workplace issue requiring investigation are

and interpret identified
statistical data for 6.2 Audience / population / sample unit is determined
work 6.3 Data to be collected is identified
6.4 Data collection method is selected
6.5 Appropriate statistical data is collected and
organized
6.6 Data is illustrated in appropriate formats
6.7 The effectiveness of different types of graphs are

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 compared
6.8 The summary statistics for collected data is
calculated
6.9 The results / findings are interpreted
6.10 Data is checked to ensure that it meets the
expected results and content
6.11 Information from the results including tables,
graphs and summary statistics is extracted and
interpreted
6.12 Mathematical language and symbols are used to
report results of investigation

7. Use routine formula 7.1 Understanding of informal and symbolic notation,

and algebraic representation and conventions of algebraic expressions
expressions for is demonstrated
work 7.2 Simple algebraic expressions and equations are
developed
7.3 Operate on algebraic expressions
7.4 Algebraic expressions are simplified
7.5 Substitution into simple routine equations is done
7.6 Routine formulas used for work tasks are identified
and comprehended
7.7 Routine formulas are evaluate by substitution
7.8 Routine formulas transposed
7.9 Appropriate formulas are identified and used for
work related tasks
7.10Outcomes are checked and result of calculation
used

8. Use common 8.1 Required numerical information to perform tasks is

functions of a located
scientific calculator 8.2 The order of operations and function keys necessary
for work to solve mathematical calculation are determined
8.3 Function keys on a scientific calculator are identified
and used
8.4 Estimations are referred to check reasonableness of
problem solving process
8.5 Appropriate mathematical language, symbols and
conventions are used to report results

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RANGE

This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Geometry May include but not limited to:
2.1 Scale drawing
2.2 Triangles
2.3 Simple solid
2.4 Round
2.5 Square
2.6 Rectangular
2.7 Triangle
2.8 Sphere
2.9 Cylinder
2.10 Cube
2.11 Polygons
2.12 Cuboids

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Applying Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division,
multiplication)
 Using calculator
 Using different measuring tools

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Types of common shapes
 Differentiation between two dimensional shapes / objects
 Formulae for calculating area and volume
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
 Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Rounding techniques

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  Types of fractions
 Different types of tables and graphs
 Meaning of graphs, such as increasing, decreasing, and constant value
 Preparation of basic data, tables & graphs
EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Performed calculations with positive and negative
numbers
1.2 Used numbers expressed as powers and roots in
calculations
1.3 Simplified ratios and rates
1.4 Constructed graphs, charts or tables to represent ratios,
rates and proportions
1.5 Calculate the volume of 3D shapes using relevant
formulas
1.6 Calculated sides of right-angle triangles using
Pythagoras’ theorem
1.7 Applied scales in calculation of actual distances
1.8 Planned routes by determining directions, distance
calculation, speeds and time.
1.9 Identified types of angles in 2D and 3D shapes
1.10 Used angle properties in evaluating unknown angles
1.11 Applied properties of perpendicular and parallel
lines in shapes construction.
1.12 Collected and organized appropriate statistical data
1.13 Collected and organized appropriate statistical data
1.14 Identified and used appropriate formulas for work
related tasks
1.15 Identified and used function keys on a scientific
calculator
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.2 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.3 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.3 Direct Observation
3.4 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.5 Written Examination
4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual

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 Assessment workplace or
through accredited institution
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/03/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to effectively use digital devices such as
smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs. It entails identifying and using digital
devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs for purposes of
communication, work performance and management at the work place.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required
key outcomes which level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace
function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1. Identify 1.1 Concepts of ICT are determined in accordance with

appropriate computer equipment
computer 1.2 Classifications of computers are determined in
software and accordance with manufacturers specification
hardware 1.3 Appropriate computer software is identified according
to manufacturer’s specification
1.4 Appropriate computer hardware is identified according
to manufacturer’s specification
1.5 Functions and commands of operating system are
determined in accordance with manufacturer’s
specification
2. Apply security 2.1 Data security and privacy are classified in accordance
measures to with the prevailing technology
data, hardware, 2.2 Security threats reidentified and control measures are
software in applied in accordance with laws governing protection of
automated ICT
environment 2.3 Computer threats and crimes are detected.
2.4 Protection against computer crimes is undertaken in
accordance with laws governing protection of ICT

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3. Apply 3.1 Word processing concepts are applied in resolving
computer workplace tasks, report writing and documentation
software in 3.2 Word processing utilities are applied in accordance
solving tasks with workplace procedures
3.3 Worksheet layout is prepared in accordance with work
procedures
3.4 Worksheet is build and data manipulated in the
worksheet in accordance with workplace procedures
3.5 Continuous data manipulated on worksheet is
undertaken in accordance with work requirements
3.6 Database design and manipulation is undertaken in
accordance with office procedures
3.7 Data sorting, indexing, storage, retrieval and security is
provided in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Apply internet 4.1 Electronic mail addresses are opened and applied in
and email in workplace communication in accordance with office
communication policy
at workplace 4.2 Office internet functions are defined and executed in
accordance with office procedures
4.3 Network configuration is determined in accordance
with office operations procedures
4.4 Official World Wide Web is installed and managed
according to workplace procedures
5. Apply Desktop 5.1 Desktop publishing functions and tools are identified in
publishing in accordance with manufactures specifications
official 5.2 Desktop publishing tools are developed in accordance
assignments with work requirements
5.3 Desktop publishing tools are applied in accordance with
workplace requirements
5.4 Typeset work is enhanced in accordance with workplace
standards
6. Prepare 6.1 Types of presentation packages are identified in
presentation accordance with office requirements
packages 6.2 Slides are created and formulated in accordance with
workplace procedures
6.3 Slides are edited and run in accordance with work
procedures
6.4 Slides and handouts are printed according to work
requirements

RANGE

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This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
Appropriate computer A collection of instructions or computer tools that
software may include but enable the user to interact with a computer, its
not limited to: hardware, or perform tasks.

Appropriate computer Collection of physical parts of a computer system such

hardware may include as;
but not limited to:  Computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse
 All the parts inside the computer case, such as the
hard disk drive, motherboard and video card
Data security and  Confidentiality of data
privacy may include but  Cloud computing
not limited to:  Integrity -but-curious data surfing
Security and control  Counter measures against cyber terrorism
measures may include  Risk reduction
but not limited to:  Cyber threat issues
 Risk management
 Pass-wording
Security threats may  Cyber terrorism
include but not limited  Hacking
to:
Word processing Using a special program to create, edit and print
concepts may include documents
but not limited to:
Network configuration Organizing and maintaining information on the
may include but not components of a computer network
limited to:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills

The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

 Analytical skills
 Interpretation
 Typing
 Communication

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  Computing (applying fundamental operations such as addition, subtraction,
division and multiplication)
 Using calculator
 Basic ICT skills

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Software concept
 Functions of computer software and hardware
 Data security and privacy
 Computer security threats and control measures
 Technology underlying cyber-attacks and networks
 Cyber terrorism
 Computer crimes
 Detection and protection of computer crimes
 Laws governing protection of ICT
 Word processing;
 Functions and concepts of word processing.
 Documents and tables creation and manipulations
 Mail merging
 Word processing utilities
 Spread sheets;
 Meaning, formulae, function and charts, uses and layout
 Data formulation, manipulation and application to cells

 Database;
 Database design, data manipulation, sorting, indexing,
storage retrieval and security
 Desktop publishing;
 Designing and developing desktop publishing tools
 Manipulation of desktop publishing tools
 Enhancement of typeset work and printing documents
 Presentation Packages;
 Types of presentation Packages
 Creating, formulating, running, editing, printing and
presenting slides and handouts
 Networking and Internet;
 Computer networking and internet.
 Electronic mail and world wide web
 Emerging trends and issues in ICT;
 Identify and integrate emerging trends and issues in
ICT

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  Challenges posed by emerging trends and issues

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Aspects of 1.1 Identified and controlled security threats
Competency 1.2 Detected and protected computer crimes
1.3 Applied word processing in office tasks
1.4 Designed, prepared work sheet and applied data to the
cells in accordance to workplace procedures
1.5 Opened electronic mail for office communication as per
workplace procedure
1.6 Installed internet and World Wide Web for office tasks
in accordance with office procedures
1.7 Integrated emerging issues in computer ICT
applications
1.8 Applied laws governing protection of ICT
2. Resource 2.1 Tablets
Implications 1.1 Laptops and
2.2 Desktop PCs
2.3 Desktop computer
2.4 Lap top
2.5 Calculator
2.6 Internet
2.7 Smart phone
2.8 Operations Manuals
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written Test
3.2 Demonstration
3.3 Practical assignment
3.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
3.5 Demonstration

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4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job
Assessment setting
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
for
assessment

DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP

UNIT CODE : LSM/OS/LS/BC/04/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate understanding of

entrepreneurship. It involves demonstrating understanding of an entrepreneur,
entrepreneurship and self-employment. It also involves identifying entrepreneurship
opportunities, creating entrepreneurial awareness, applying entrepreneurial motivation
and developing business innovative strategies.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Demonstrate understanding 1.1 Entrepreneurs and Business persons are
of an Entrepreneur distinguished as per principles of
entrepreneurship
1.2 Types of entrepreneurs are identified as per
principles of entrepreneurship
1.3 Ways of becoming an Entrepreneur are
identified as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.4 Characteristics of Entrepreneurs are identified
as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.5 Factors affecting Entrepreneurship development
are explored as per principles of
Entrepreneurship
2. Demonstrate understanding 2.1 Entrepreneurship and self-employment are
of Entrepreneurship and self- distinguished as per principles of
employment entrepreneurship

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 2.2 Importance of self-employment is analysed
based on business procedures and strategies
2.3 Requirements for entry into self-employment
are identified according to business procedures
and strategies
2.4 Role of an Entrepreneur in business is
determined according to business procedures
and strategies
2.5 Contributions of Entrepreneurs to National
development are identified as per business
procedures and strategies
2.6 Entrepreneurship culture in Kenya is explored
as per business procedures and strategies
2.7 Born or made Entrepreneurs are distinguished
as per entrepreneurial traits
3. Identify Entrepreneurship 3.1 Sources of business ideas are identified as per
opportunities business procedures and strategies
3.2 Business ideas and opportunities are generated
as per business procedures and strategies
3.3 Business life cycle is analysed as per business
procedures and strategies
3.4 Legal aspects of business are identified as per
procedures and strategies
3.5 Product demand is assessed as per market
strategies
3.6 Types of business environment are identified
and evaluated as per business procedures
3.7 Factors to consider when evaluating business
environment are explored based on business
procedure and strategies
3.8 Technology in business is incorporated as per
best practice

4. Create entrepreneurial 4.1 Forms of businesses are explored as per

awareness business procedures and strategies
4.2 Sources of business finance are identified as
per business procedures and strategies
4.3 Factors in selecting source of business finance
are identified as per business procedures and
strategies

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 4.4 Governing policies on Small Scale Enterprises
(SSEs) are determined as per business
procedures and strategies
4.5 Problems of starting and operating SSEs are
explored as per business procedures and
strategies

5. Apply entrepreneurial 5.1 Internal and external motivation factors are

motivation determined in accordance with motivational
theories
5.2 Self-assessment is carried out as per
entrepreneurial orientation
5.3 Effective communications are carried out in
accordance with communication principles
5.4 Entrepreneurial motivation is applied as per
motivational theories

6. Develop innovative business 6.1 Business innovation strategies are determined

strategies in accordance with the organization strategies

6.2 Creativity in business development is

demonstrated in accordance with
business strategies

6.3 Innovative business strategies are

developed as per business principles

6.4 Linkages with other entrepreneurs are

created as per best practice

6.5 ICT is incorporated in business growth

and development as per best practice

7. Develop Business Plan 7.1 Identified Business is described as per business

procedures and strategies
7.2 Marketing plan is developed as per business

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 plan format
7.3 Organizational/Management plan is prepared
in accordance with business plan format
7.4 Production/operation plan in accordance with
business plan format
7.5 Financial plan is prepared in accordance with
the business plan format
7.6 Executive summary is prepared in accordance
with business plan format
7.7 Business plan is presented as per best practice

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

5. Internal motivation include but 5.1 Interest

not limited to: 5.2 Passion
5.3 Freedom
5.4 Prestige

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

6. Business environment 6.1 External

6.2 Internal
6.3 Intermediate

7. Forms of businesses 7.1 Sole proprietorship

7.2 Partnership
7.3 Limited companies

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

7.4 Cooperatives

8. Governing policies 8.1 Increasing scope for finance

8.2 Promoting cooperation between
entrepreneurs and private sector
8.3 Reducing regulatory burden on
entrepreneurs

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

8.4 Developing IT tools for

entrepreneurs

9. External motivation include but 9.1 Rewards

not limited to: 9.2 Punishment
9.3 Enabling environment
9.4 Government policies

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

10. Entrepreneurial orientation 10.1 Passion

include but not limited to: 10.2 Interest
10.3 Hobbies
10.4 Skills

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

11. Innovative business strategies 11.1 New products

include but not limited to: 11.2 New methods of production
11.3 New markets
11.4 New sources of supplies
11.5 Change in industrialization

12. Communication principles 12.1 Feed back

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Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

include but not limited to: 12.2 Attention

12.3 Clarity
12.4 Timeliness
12.5 Adequacy
12.6 Consistency
12.7 Informality

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 Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship 2.1 Visionary
but not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented

4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure

13. Motivational theories include but 13.1 Marslows theory

not limited to: 13.2 McClelland theory
13.3 Fredrick Tylors theory

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

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Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Assessing a range of alternative products and strategies
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Identifying changing consumer preferences and demographics
 Thinking “outside the box”
 Ensuring quality consistency
 Reducing lead time to product/service delivery
 Management
 Using formal problem-solving procedures, e. g., root-cause analysis, six sigmas
 Communication
 Applying motivational principles, e. g., positive stroking, behavior modification
 Assessing range of alternatives rather than choosing the easiest option
 Achieving ownership and credibility for the enterprise vision
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Developing solutions and practical strategies which are “outside the box”

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Entrepreneurial competencies
 Decision making
 Business communication
 Change management
 Coping with competition
 Risk taking
 Net working
 Time management
 Leadership
 Factors affecting entrepreneurship development
 Principles of Entrepreneurship
 Features and benefits of common operational practices, e. g., continuous
improvement (kaizen), waste elimination,
 Conflict resolution
 Health, safety and environment (HSE) principles and requirements
 Customer care strategies
 Basic financial management
 Business strategic planning
 Impact of change on individuals, groups and industries
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international market trends

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 Product promotion strategies
 Market and feasibility studies
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international business environment
 Concepts of change management
 Relevant developments in other industries
 Regional/ County business expansion strategies
 Innovation in business

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Distinguished entrepreneurs and business persons
correctly
1.2 Identified ways of becoming an entrepreneur
appropriately
1.3 Explored factors affecting entrepreneurship development
appropriately
1.4 Analysed importance of self-employment accurately
1.5 Identified requirements for entry into self-employment
correctly
1.6 Identified sources of business ideas correctly
1.7 Generated Business ideas and opportunities correctly
1.8 Analysed business life cycle accurately
1.9 Identified legal aspects of business correctly
1.10 Assessed product demand accurately
1.11 Determined Internal and external motivation factors
appropriately
1.12 Carried out communications effectively
1.13 Identified sources of business finance correctly
1.14 Determined Governing policy on small scale enterprise
appropriately
1.15 Explored problems of starting and operating SSEs
effectively
1.16 Developed Marketing, Organizational/Management,
Production/Operation and Financial plans correctly
1.17 Prepared executive summary correctly
1.18 Determined business innovative strategies
appropriately
1.19 Presented business plan effectively

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2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Check list
2.2 Research tools (Questionnaire, interview guide,
observation schedule)
2.3 Materials, tools, equipment and machines relevant

3. Methods of 3.1 Written tests

Assessment 3.2 Observation
3.3 Oral questions
3.4 Third party report
3.5 Interviews
3.6 Case problems
3.7 Portfolio

4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a

Assessment simulated workplace setting
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/05/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTON
This unit covers competencies required to demonstrate employability skills. It
involves conducting self-management, demonstrating interpersonal communication,
critical safe work habits, leading a workplace team, planning and organizing work,
maintaining professional growth and development, demonstrating workplace learning,
problem solving skills and managing ethical performance.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make required level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range

1. Conduct self- 1.1 Personal vision, mission and goals are formulated
management based on potential and in relation to organization
objectives
1.2 Emotions are managed as per workplace
requirements
1.3 Individual performance is evaluated and monitored
according to the agreed targets.
1.4 Assertiveness is developed and maintained based
on the requirements of the job.
1.5 Accountability and responsibility for own actions
are demonstrated.
1.6 Self-esteem and a positive self-image are
developed and maintained.
1.7 Time management, attendance and punctuality are
observed as per the organization policy.
1.8 Goals are managed as per the organization’s
objective
1.9 Self-strengths and weaknesses are identified as per
personal objectives
1.10 Critics are managed as per personal objectives
2. Demonstrate 2.1 Listening and understanding is demonstrated as per
interpersonal communication policy

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 communication 2.2 Writing to the needs of the audience is
demonstrated as per communication policy
2.3 Speaking, reading and writing is demonstrated as per
communication policy
2.4 Negotiation skills are demonstrated as per
communication policy
2.5 Empathizing is demonstrated as per the
communication policy
2.6 Numeracy is applied as per the communication
policy
2.7 Internal and external customers’ needs are identified
and interpreted as per the communication policy
2.8 Persuasion is demonstrated as per the
communication policy
2.9 Communication nnetworks are established as per
the SOPs
2.10 Information is shared as per communication
structure
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Stress is managed in accordance with workplace
critical safe work procedures.
habits 3.2 Punctuality and time consciousness is demonstrated
in line with workplace policy.
3.3 Personal objectives are integrated with organization
goals based on organization’s strategic plan.
3.4 Resources are utilized in accordance with workplace
policy.
3.5 Work priorities are set in accordance to workplace
procedures.
3.6 Leisure time is recognized in line with organization
policy.
3.7 Abstinence from drug and substance abuse is
observed as per workplace policy.
3.8 Awareness of HIV and AIDS is demonstrated in line
with workplace requirements.
3.9 Safety consciousness is demonstrated in the
workplace based on organization safety policy.
3.10 Emerging issues are dealt with in accordance
with organization policy.
4. Lead a workplace 4.1 Performance expectations for the team are set
team 4.2 Duties and responsibilities are assigned in

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 accordance with the organization policy.
4.3 Team parameters and relationships are identified
according to set rules and regulations.
4.4 Forms of communication in a team are established
according to office policy.
4.5 Communication is carried out as per workplace place
policy and requirements of the job.
4.6 Team performance is supervised
4.7 Feedback on performance is collected and analyzed
based on established team learning process
4.8 Conflicts are resolved between team members in line
with organization rules and regulations.
4.9 Gender mainstreaming is undertaken in accordance
with set regulations.
4.10 Human rights are adhered to in accordance with
existing protocol.
4.11 Healthy relationships are developed and
maintained for harmonious co-existence in line with
workplace.
5. Plan and organize 5.1 Task requirements are identified as per the
work workplace objectives
5.2 Task is interpreted in accordance with safety (OHS ),
environmental requirements and quality
requirements
5.3 Work activity is organized with other involved
personnel as per the SOPs
5.4 Resources are mobilized, allocated and utilized to
meet project goals and deliverables.
5.5 Work activities are monitored and evaluated in line
with organization procedures.
5.6 Job planning is documented in accordance with
workplace requirements.
5.7 Planning and organizing of work activities is
reviewed as per the workplace requirements
5.8 Time is managed achieve workplace set goals and
objectives.
6. Maintain 6.1 Personal training needs are identified and assessed in
professional line with the requirements of the job.
growth and 6.2 Training and career opportunities are identified and
development availed based on job requirements.
6.3 Resources for training are mobilized and allocated

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 based organizations skills needs.
6.4 Licensees and certifications relevant to job and
career are obtained and renewed.
6.5 Personal growth is pursued towards improving the
qualifications set for the profession.
6.6 Work priorities and commitments are managed
based on requirement of the job and workplace
policy.
6.7 Recognitions are sought as proof of career
advancement in line with professional requirements.
7. Demonstrate 7.1 Own learning is managed as per workplace policy.
workplace 7.2 Learning opportunities are sought and allocated based
learning on job requirement and in line with organization
policy.
7.3 Contribution to the learning community at the
workplace is carried out.
7.4 Range of media for learning are established as per
the training need
7.5 Application of learning is demonstrated in both
technical and non-technical aspects based on
requirements of the job
7.6 Enthusiasm for ongoing learning is demonstrated
7.7 Time and effort is invested in learning new skills-
based job requirements
7.8 Willingness to learn in different context is
demonstrated based on available learning
opportunities arising in the workplace.
7.9 Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety
procedures are demonstrated in use of technology in
the workplace.
7.10 Initiative is taken to create more effective and
efficient processes and procedures in line with
workplace policy.
7.11 New systems are developed and maintained in
accordance with the requirements of the job.
7.12 Opportunities that are not obvious are identified
and exploited in line with organization objectives.
7.13 Opportunities for performance improvement are
identified proactively in area of work.
7.14 Awareness of personal role in workplace
innovation is demonstrated.
8. Demonstrate 8.1 Creative, innovative and practical solutions are
problem solving developed based on the problem

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 skills 8.2 Independence and initiative in identifying and solving
problems is demonstrated.
8.3 Team problems are solved as per the workplace
guidelines
8.4 Problem solving strategies are applied as per the
workplace guidelines
8.5 Problems are analyzed and assumptions tested as per
the context of data and circumstances
9. Manage 9.1 Policies and guidelines are observed as per the
workplace ethics workplace requirements
9.2 Self-worth and profession is exercised in line with
personal goals and organizational policies
9.3 Code of conduct is observed as per the workplace
requirements
9.4 Personal and professional integrity is demonstrated as
per the personal goals
9.5 Commitment to jurisdictional laws is demonstrated as
per the workplace requirements

RANGE
This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.

Range Variable

Drug and substance abuse Commonly abused

include but not limited to:  Alcohol
 Tobacco
 Miraa
 Over-the-counter drugs
 Cocaine
 Bhang
 Glue
Feedback includes but not  Verbal
limited to:  Written
 Informal
 Formal

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Relationships includes but not  Man/Woman
limited to:  Trainer/trainee
 Employee/employer
 Client/service provider
 Husband/wife
 Boy/girl
 Parent/child
 Sibling relationships
Forms of communication  Written
include but not limited to:  Visual
 Verbal
 Non verbal
 Formal and informal
Team includes but not limited to:  Small work group
 Staff in a section/department
 Inter-agency group
Personal growth includes but not  Growth in the job
limited to:  Career mobility
 Gains and exposure the job gives
 Net workings
 Benefits that accrue to the individual as
a result of noteworthy performance
Personal objectives include but  Long term
not limited to:  Short term
 Broad
 Specific
Trainings and career  Participation in training programs
opportunities includes but not o Technical
limited to o Supervisory
o Managerial
o Continuing Education
 Serving as Resource Persons in
conferences and workshops
Resource include but not limited  Human
to:  Financial
 Technology
o Hardware
o Software
Innovation include but not  New ideas
 Original ideas

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limited to:  Different ideas
 Methods/procedures
 Processes
 New tools
Emerging issues include but not  Terrorism
limited to:  Social media
 National cohesion
 Open offices
Range of media for learning  Mentoring
include but not limited to:  peer support and networking
 IT and courses

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Personal hygiene practices
 Intra and Interpersonal skills
 Communication skills
 Knowledge management
 Interpersonal skills
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Organizing skills
 Negotiation skills
 Monitoring skills
 Evaluation skills
 Record keeping skills
 Problem solving skills
 Decision Making skills
 Resource utilization skills
 Resource mobilization skills

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Work values and ethics
 Company policies
 Company operations, procedures and standards
 Occupational Health and safety procedures

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  Fundamental rights at work
 Personal hygiene practices
 Workplace communication
 Concept of time
 Time management
 Decision making
 Types of resources
 Work planning
 Resources and allocating resources
 Organizing work
 Monitoring and evaluation
 Record keeping
 Workplace problems and how to deal with them
 Negotiation
 Assertiveness
 Team work
 Gender mainstreaming
 HIV and AIDS
 Drug and substance abuse
0. Leadership
1. Safe work habits
2. Professional growth and development
3. Technology in the workplace
4. Learning
5. Creativity
6. Innovation
7. Emerging issues
o Social media
o Terrorism
o National cohesion

EVIDENCE GUIDE

This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

aspects of 1.1 Conducted self-management
Competency 1.2 Demonstrated interpersonal communication
1.3 Demonstrated critical safe work habits
1.4 Demonstrated the ability to lead a workplace team

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 1.5 Planned and organized work
1.6 Maintained professional growth and development
1.7 Demonstrated workplace learning
1.8 Demonstrated problem solving skills
1.9 Demonstrated the ability to manage ethical performance
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications
2.1 Case studies/scenarios
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment
 Oral Interview
 Observation
 Third Party Reports
 Written
4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a
Assessment simulated workplace setting
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
for
assessment

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 DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/06/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit specifies the competencies required to follow procedures for environmental
hazard control, follow procedures for environmental pollution control, comply with
workplace sustainable resource use, evaluate current practices in relation to resource
usage, develop and adhere to environmental protection
principles/strategies/guidelines, analyze resource use, develop resource conservation
plans and implement selected plans.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the
These describe the key
required level of performance for each of the
outcomes which make up
elements.
workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Control environmental 1.1 Storage methods for environmentally hazardous
hazard materials are strictly followed according to
environmental regulations and OSHS.
1.2 Disposal methods of hazardous wastes are
followed at all times according to environmental
regulations and OSHS.
1.3 PPE is used according to OSHS.
2. Control environmental 2.1 Environmental pollution control measures are
Pollution control compiled following standard protocol.
2.2 Procedures for solid waste management are
observed according Environmental Management
and Coordination Act 1999
2.3 Methods for minimizing noise pollution complied
following environmental regulations.
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Methods for minimizing wastage are complied
sustainable resource with.
use 3.2 Waste management procedures are employed
following principles of 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse,
Recycle)
3.3 Methods for economizing or reducing resource
consumption are practiced.
4. Evaluate current 4.1 Information on resource efficiency systems and
practices in relation to procedures are collected and provided to the work

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 resource usage group where appropriate.
4.2 Current resource usage is measured and recorded
by members of the work group.
4.3 Current purchasing strategies are analyzed and
recorded according to industry procedures.
4.4 Current work processes to access information and
data is analyzed following enterprise protocol.
5. Identify Environmental 5.1 Environmental legislations/conventions and local
legislations/convention ordinances are identified according to the
s for environmental different environmental aspects/impact
concerns 5.2 Industrial standard/environmental practices are
described according to the different
environmental concerns
6. Implement specific 6.1 Programs/Activities are identified according to
environmental organizations policies and guidelines.
programs 6.2 Individual roles/responsibilities are determined
and performed based on the activities identified.
6.3 Problems/constraints encountered are resolved in
accordance with organizations’ policies and
guidelines
6.4 Stakeholders are consulted based on company
guidelines
7. Monitor activities on 7.1 Activities are periodically monitored and
Environmental Evaluated according to the objectives of the
protection/Programs environmental program
7.2 Feedback from stakeholders are gathered and
considered in Proposing enhancements to the
program based on consultations
7.3 Data gathered are analyzed based on Evaluation
requirements
7.4 Recommendations are submitted based on the
findings
7.5 Management support systems are set/established
to sustain and enhance the program
7.6 Environmental incidents are monitored and
reported to
concerned/proper authorities
8. Analyze resource use 8.1. All resource consuming processes are Identified
8.2. Quantity and nature of Resource consumed is
determined
8.3. Resource flow is analyzed through different parts
of the process.
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 resources.
9. Develop resource 9.1. Efficiency of use/conversion of resources is
Conservation plans determined following industry protocol.
9.2. Causes of low efficiency of use of resources are
Determined based on industry protocol.
9.3. Plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use
are developed based on findings.

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
PPE May include but are 1.1 Mask
not limited to 1.2 Gloves
1.3 Goggles
1.4 Safety hat
1.5 Overall
1.6 Hearing protector
Environmental pollution 2.1 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
control measures may ingestion of airborne particles
include but are not limited 2.2 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
to: ingestion of gases and fumes
2.4 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
ingestion of liquid wastes
Wastes may include but are 3.1 Unnecessary waste
not limited to: 3.2 Necessary waste

Waste management 4.1 Sorting

Procedures may include but 4.2 Storing of items
are not limited to: 4.2 Recycling of items
4.3 Disposal of items
Resources may include but 5.1 Electric
are not limited to: 5.2 Water
5.3 Fuel
5.4 Telecommunications
5.5 Supplies
5.6 Materials

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Workplace environmental 6.1Biological hazards
hazards may include but are 6.2 Chemical and dust hazards
not limited to: 6.3 Physical hazards

Organizational systems 7.1 Supply chain, procurement and purchasing

and procedures may 7.2 Quality assurance
include but are not limited 7.3 Making recommendations and seeking approvals
to:

Legislations/Conventions 8.1 EMCA 1999

may include but are not 8.2 Montreal Protocol
limited to: 8.3 Kyoto Protocol

Environmental 9.1 Air pollution

aspects/impacts may 9.2 Water pollution
include but are not limited 9.3 Noise pollution
to: 9.4 Solid waste
9.5 Flood control
9.6 Deforestation/Denudation
9.7 Radiation/Nuclear /Radio Frequency/
Microwaves
9.8 Situation
9.9 Soil erosion (e.g. Quarrying, Mining, etc.)
9.10 Coral reef/marine life protection
Industrial standards / 10.1 ISO standards
Environmental practices 10.2 Company environmental management
may include but are not systems
limited to: (EMS)
Periodic may include but 11.1 hourly
are not limited to: 11.2 daily
11.3 weekly
11.4 monthly
11.5 quarterly
11.6 yearly
Programs/Activities may 12.1 Waste disposal (on-site and off-site)
include but are not limited 12.2 Repair and maintenance of equipment
to: 12.3 Treatment and disposal operations
12.4 Clean-up activities
12.5 Laboratory and analytical test
12.6 Monitoring and evaluation
12.7 Environmental advocacy programs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

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This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Following storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials
 Following disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Using PPE
 Practicing OSHS
 Complying environmental pollution control
 Observing solid waste management
 Complying methods of minimizing noise Pollution
 Complying methods of minimizing wastage
 Employing waste management procedures
 Economizing resource consumption
 Listing of resources used
 Measuring current usage of resources
 Identifying and reporting workplace environmental hazards
 Conveying all environmental issues
 Following environmental regulations
 Identifying environmental regulations
 Assessing procedures for assessing compliance
 Collecting information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and
procedures, and Providing information to the work group
 Measuring and recording current resource usage
 Analysing and recording current purchasing strategies.
 Analysing current work processes to access information and data and
Assisting identifying areas for improvement
 Analysing resource flow
 Determining efficiency of use/conversion of resources
 Determining causes of low efficiency of use
 Developing plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Checking resource use plans
 Complying to regulations/licensing requirements
 Determining benefit/cost of plans
 Ranking proposals based on benefit/cost compared to limited resources
 Checking proposals meet regulatory requirements
 Monitoring implementation
 Making adjustments to plan and implementation
 checking new resource usage

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials

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  Disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Usage of PPE Environmental regulations
 OSHS
 Types of pollution
 Environmental pollution control measures
 Different solid wastes
 Solid waste management
 Different noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing wstage
 Waste management procedures
 Economizing of resource consumption
 Principle of 3Rs
 Types of resources
 Techniques in measuring current usage of resources
 Calculating current usage of resources
 Types of workplace environmental hazards
 Environmental regulations
 Environmental regulations applying to the enterprise.
 Procedures for assessing compliance with environmental regulations.
 Collection of information on environmental and resource efficiency systems
and procedures,
 Measurement and recording of current resource usage
 Analysis and recording of current purchasing strategies.
 Analysis current work processes to access information and data Analysis of
data and information
 Identification of areas for improvement
 Resource consuming processes
 Determination of quantity and nature of resource consumed
 Analysis of resource flow of different parts of the resource flow process
 Use/conversion of resources
 Causes of low efficiency of use
 Increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Inspection of resource use plans
 Regulations/licensing requirements
 Determine benefit/cost for alternative resource sources
 Benefit/costs for different alternatives
 Components of proposals
 Criteria on ranking proposals
 Regulatory requirements
 Proposals for improving resource efficiency
 Implementation of resource efficiency plans
 Procedures in monitor implementation

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  Adjustments of implementation plan
 Inspection of new resource usage

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Aspects of 1.1 Controlled environmental hazard
Competenc 1.2 Controlled environmental pollution
y 1.3 Demonstrated sustainable resource use
1.4 Evaluated current practices in relation to resource usage
1.5 Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislations
and local ordinances according to the different
environmental issues /concerns.
1.6 Described industrial standard environmental practices
according to the different environmental issues/concerns.
1.7 Resolved problems/ constraints encountered based on
management standard procedures
1.8 Implemented and monitored environmental practices on a
periodic basis as per company guidelines
1.9 Recommended solutions for the improvement of the
program
1.10 Monitored and reported to proper authorities any
environmental incidents
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implication 2.1 Workplace with storage facilities
s 2.2 Tools, materials and equipment relevant to the tasks (e.g.
Cleaning tools, cleaning materials, trash bags)
2.3 PPE, manuals and references
2.4 Legislation, policies, procedures, protocols and
localordinances relating to environmental protection
2.5 Case studies/scenarios relating to environmental
Protection
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Written examination
3.4 Interview/Third Party Reports
3.5 Portfolio (citations/awards from GOs and NGOs,
certificate of training – local and abroad)

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 3.6 Simulations and role-play
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

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 DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES

UNIT CODE: LSM/OS/LS/BC/07/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit specifies the competencies required to lead the implementation of
workplace’s safety and health program, procedures and policies/guidelines.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
These are assessable statements which specify the
These describe the key
required level of performance for each of the
outcomes which make up
elements.
workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Identify workplace 1.1 Hazards in the workplace and/or its indicators of
hazards and risk its presence, are identified
1.2 Evaluation and/or work environment
measurements of OSH hazards/risk existing in the
workplace is conducted by
Authorized personnel or agency
1.3 OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers
are
Gathered
2. Identify and implement 2.1 Prevention and control measures, including use of
appropriate control safety gears / PPE (personal protective
measures equipment) for specific hazards
identified and implemented
2.2 Appropriate risk controls based on result of OSH
hazard evaluation is recommended.
2.3 Contingency measures, including emergency
procedures during workplace incidents and
emergencies are recognized and established in
accordance with organization procedures.
3. Implement OSH 3.1 Information to work team about company OSH
programs, procedures program, procedures and policies/guidelines are
and policies/ guidelines provided
3.2 Implementation of OSH procedures and policies/
guidelines are participated
3.3 Team members are trained and advised on OSH
standards and procedures
3.4 Procedures for maintaining OSH-related records

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 are implemented

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
1. Hazards may include 1.1. Physical hazards – impact, illumination, pressure,
but are not limited to: noise,
vibration, extreme temperature, radiation
1.2 Biological hazards- bacteria, viruses, plants,
parasites, mites, molds, fungi, insects
1.3 Chemical hazards – dusts, fibers, mists, fumes,
smoke,
gasses, vapors
1.4 Ergonomics
Psychological factors – over exertion/ excessive
force,
awkward/static positions, fatigue, direct pressure,
varying metabolic cycles
Physiological factors – monotony, personal
relationship, work out cycle
1.6 Safety hazards (unsafe workplace condition) –
confined space, excavations, falling objects, gas
leaks, electrical, poor storage of materials and
waste, spillage, waste and debris
1.7 Unsafe workers’ act (Smoking in off-limited areas,
Substance and alcohol abuse at work)
2. Indicators may 2.1 Increased of incidents of accidents, injuries
include but are not 2.2 Increased occurrence of sickness or health
limited to: complaints/ symptoms
2.3 Common complaints of workers related to OSH
2.4 High absenteeism for work-related reasons
3. Evaluation and/or 3.1 Health Audit
work environment 3.2 Safety Audit
measurements may 3.3 Work Safety and Health Evaluation
include but are not 3.4 Work Environment Measurements of Physical and
limited to: Chemical
Hazards

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4. OSH issues and/or 4.1 Workers’ experience/observance on presence of
concerns may include work hazards
but are not limited to:
4.2 Unsafe/unhealthy administrative arrangements
(prolonged work hours, no break time, constant
overtime, scheduling of tasks)
4.3 Reasons for compliance/non-compliance to use of
PPEs or other OSH procedures/policies/guidelines
5. Prevention and 5.1 Eliminate the hazard (i.e., get rid of the dangerous
control measures may machine
include but are not 5.2 Isolate the hazard (i.e. keep the machine in a closed
limited to: room and operate it remotely; barricade an unsafe
area off)
5.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,
replace the machine with a safer one)
5.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.
give trainings on how to use equipment safely;
OSH-related topics, issue warning signages,
rotation/shifting work schedule)
5.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e. use
safety guards to machine)
5.6 Use personal protective equipment
5.7 Safety, Health and Work Environment Evaluation
5.8 Periodic and/or special medical examinations of
workers
6. Safety gears /PPE 6.1 Arm/Hand guard, gloves
(Personal Protective 6.2 Eye protection (goggles, shield)
Equipments) may 6.3 Hearing protection (ear muffs, ear plugs)
include but are not 6.4 Hair Net/cap/bonnet
limited to: 6.5 Hard hat
6.6 Face protection (mask, shield)
6.7 Apron/Gown/coverall/jump suit
6.8 Anti-static suits
6.9 High-visibility reflective vest

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7. Appropriate risk Appropriate risk controls in order of impact are as
controls follows:
7.1 Eliminate the hazard altogether (i.e., get rid of the
dangerous machine)
7.2 Isolate the hazard from anyone who could be
harmed (i.e., keep the machine in a closed room
and operate it remotely; barricade an unsafe area
off)
7.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,
replace the machine with a safer one)
7.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,
train workers how to use equipment safely; train
workers about the risks of harassment; issue
signage)
7.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,
attach guards to the machine to protect users)
7.6 Use personal protective equipment (i.e., wear
gloves and goggles when using the machine)
8. Contingency 8.1 Evacuation
measures may include 8.2 Isolation
but are not limited to: 8.3 Decontamination
8.4 (Calling designed) emergency personnel
9. Emergency 9.1 Fire drill
procedures may 9.2 Earthquake drill
include but are not 9.3 Basic life support/CPR
limited to: 9.4 First aid
9.5 Spillage control
9.6 Decontamination of chemical and toxic
9.7 Disaster preparedness/management
9.8 se of fire-extinguisher
10. Incidents and 10.1 Chemical spills
emergencies may 10.2 Equipment/vehicle accidents
include but are not 10.3 Explosion
limited to: 10.4 Fire
10.5 Gas leak
10.6 Injury to personnel
10.7 Structural collapse
10.8 Toxic and/or flammable vapors emission.
11. OSH-related 11.1 Medical/Health records
Records may 11.2 Incident/accident reports
include but are not 11.3 Sickness notifications/sick leave application
limited to: 11.4 OSH-related trainings obtained

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.

Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Skills on preliminary identification of workplace hazards/risks
 Knowledge management
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Coordinating skills
 Communication skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Troubleshooting skills
 Presentation skills
 Training skills

Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 General OSH Principles
 Occupational hazards/risks recognition
 OSH organizations providing services on OSH evaluation and/or work
environment measurements (WEM)
 National OSH regulations; company OSH policies and protocols
 Systematic gathering of OSH issues and concerns
 General OSH principles
 National OSH regulations
 Company OSH and recording protocols, procedures and policies/guidelines
 Training and/or counseling methodologies and strategies

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Aspects of 1.1 Identifies hazards/risks in the workplace and/or its
Competency indicators
1.2 Requests for evaluation and/or work environment
measurements of OSH hazards/risk in the workplace
1.3 Gathers OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers
1.4 Identifies and implements prevention and control measures,
including use of PPE (personal protective equipment) for
specific hazards

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 1.5 Recommends appropriate risk controls based on result of
OSH hazard evaluation and OSH issues gathered
1.6 Establish contingency measures, including emergency
procedures in accordance with organization procedures
1.7 Provides information to work team about company OSH
program, procedures and policies/guidelines
1.8 Participates in the implementation of OSH procedures and
policies/guidelines
1.9 Trains and advises team members on OSH standards and
procedures
1.10 Implements procedures for maintaining OSH-related
records
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Workplace or assessment location
2.2 OSH personal records
2.3 PPE
2.4 Health records
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Portfolio Assessment
3.2 Interview
3.3 Case Study/Situation
3.4 Observation/Demonstration and oral questioning
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be
undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
for assessment

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 COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY

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 APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS

UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/01/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a technician in order to apply
algebra apply trigonometry and hyperbolic functions, apply complex numbers, apply
coordinate geometry, carry out binomial expansion, apply calculus, solve ordinary
differential equations, carry out mensuration, apply power series, apply statistics,
apply numerical methods, apply vector theory and apply matrix.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
1. Apply 1.1 Calculations involving Indices are performed as per the
Algebra concept
1.2 Calculations involving Logarithms are performed as per
the concept
1.3 Scientific calculator is used in solving mathematical
problems in line with manufacturer’s manual
1.4 Simultaneous equations are performed as per the rules
1.5 Quadratic equations are calculated as per the concept

2. Apply 2.1 Calculations are performed using trigonometric rules

Trigonometry and 2.2 Calculations are performed using hyperbolic functions
hyperbolic
functions

3. Apply 1.1 Complex numbers are represented using Argand

complex numbers diagrams
1.2 Operations involving complex numbers are performed
1.3 Calculations involving complex numbers are performed
using De Moivre’s theorem
4. Apply 4.1 Polar equations are calculated using coordinate geometry
Coordinate 4.2 Graphs of given polar equations are drawn using the
Geometry Cartesian plane
4.3 Normal and tangents are determined using coordinate
geometry
5. Carry out 1.1 Roots of numbers are determined using binomial
Binomial theorem

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
Expansion 1.2 Errors of small changes are determined using binomial
theorem

6. Apply 6.1 Derivatives of functions are determined using

Calculus Differentiation
6.2 Derivatives of hyperbolic functions are determined using
Differentiation
6.3 Derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions are
determined using Differentiation
6.4 Rate of change and small change are determined using
Differentiation.
6.5 Calculation involving stationery points of functions of
two variables are performed using differentiation.
6.6 Integrals of algebraic functions are determined using
integration
6.7 Integrals of trigonometric functions are determined using
integration
6.8 Integrals of logarithmic functions are determined using
integration
6.9 Integrals of hyperbolic and inverse functions are
determined using integration
7. Solve 6.1 First order and second order differential equations are
Ordinary solved using the method of undetermined coefficients
differential 7.2 First order and second order differential equations are
equations solved from given boundary conditions

8. Carry out 8.1 Perimeter and areas of figures are obtained

Mensuration 8.2 Volume and of Surface area of solids are obtained
8.3 Area of irregular figures are obtained
8.4 Areas and volumes are obtained using Pappus theorem
9. Apply 9.1 Power series are obtained using Taylor’s Theorem
Power Series 9.2 Power series are obtained using McLaurin’s ‘s theorem

10. Apply 10.1 Mean, median ,mode and Standard deviation are
Statistics obtained from given data
10.2 Calculations are performed based on Laws of
probability
10.3 Calculation involving probability distributions ,
mathematical expectation sampling distributions are
performed
10.4 Sampling distribution methods are applied in data

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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
analysis
10.5 Calculations involving use of standard normal table,
sampling distribution, T-distribution and Estimation are
done
10.6 Confidence intervals are determined
11. Apply 11.2 Roots of polynomials are obtained using iterative
Numerical numerical methods
methods 11.3 Interpolation and extrapolation are performed using
numerical methods
12. Apply 12.1 Vectors and scalar quantities are obtained in two and
Vector theory three dimensions
12.2 Operations on vectors are performed
12.3 Position of vectors is obtained
12.4 Resolution of vectors is done
13. Apply 13.1 Determinant and inverse of 3x3 matrix are obtained
Matrix 13.2 Solutions of simultaneous equations are obtained
13.3 Calculation involving Eigen values and Eigen
vectors are performed

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
May include but not limited to:
1. Operations  Addition
 Subtraction
2. Hyperbolic functions  Sinh x
 Cosh x
 Cosec x
 Coth x
 Tanh x
 Sech x
3. Probability Distributions  Binomial
 Poisson
 Normal
4. Numerical Methods  Newton Raphson

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  Gregory Newton

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Applying fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Using and applying mathematical formulas
 Logical thinking
 Problem solving
 Applying statistics
 Drawing graphs
 Using different measuring tools
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Calculating area and volume
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
 Rounding techniques
 Types of fractions
 Types of tables and graphs
 Presentation of data in tables and graphs
 Vector operations
 Matrix operations

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

 Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.4 Applied Trigonometry and hyperbolic functions
1.5 Applied complex numbers
1.6 Applied Calculus
1.7 Solved Ordinary differential equations
1.8 Carried out mensuration
1.9 Applied Power Series
1.10 Applied Vector theory
1.11 Applied Matrix

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 1.12 Applied Numerical methods
1 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Measuring equipment
2.3 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 1.1 Direct Observation
1.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
1.3 Written tests
2 Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
through accredited institution
3 Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 OPERATE SURVEY INSTRUMENTS

UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to operate linear, angle
and linear-angle measuring survey instruments

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.

1. Operate linear 1.1 Linear measuring instruments are identified as per

measuring survey procedures
instruments 1.2 Linear measuring instruments are operated as per
manufacturer’s manual
1.3 Linear measuring instruments are maintained as per
manufacturer’s instructions and survey procedures
2. Operate angle 2.1 Angle measuring instruments are identified as per
measuring survey procedures
instruments 2.2 Angle measuring instruments are operated as per
manufacturer’s instructions
2.3 Angle measuring instruments are maintained as per
manufacturer’s instructions and survey procedures
3. Operate height 3.1 Height measuring techniques are identified as per survey
measuring procedures
instruments 3.2 Height measuring instruments are operated as per
manufacturer’s instructions and survey procedure
3.3 Height measuring instrument are maintained as per
manufacturer’s instructions and survey procedure
4. Operate linear- 3.1 Linear and angle measuring instruments are identified
angle measuring as per survey procedures
instruments 3.2 Linear and angle measuring instruments are operated as
per manufacturer’s instructions
3.3 Linear and angle measuring instruments are maintained
as per manufacturer’s instructions and survey procedures

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

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 Variable Range

5. Linear measuring instruments  Chains

may include but not limited to:  Laser distance measuring equipment
 Cadastral tape
 Electronic distance measuring equipment (EDM)
6. Angle measuring instruments  Theodolite
may include but not limited to:  Sextant
7. Linear-angle measuring  Total station
instruments may include but not  GNSS receivers
limited to:  Total Positioning System (TPS)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Operating survey equipment
 Interpretation skills
 Analytical skills
 Measuring skills
 Observation skills
 Planning and organizing skills
 ICT skills
 Computing skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Survey instruments
 Record keeping
 Survey technologies

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Operated linear measuring instruments
1.2 Operated angle measuring instruments

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 1.3 Operated linear-angle measuring instruments
2 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.4 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.5 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
2. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Direct Observation
3.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.3 Written tests
4 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
5 Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 APPLY PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/03/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to collect data, pre-
process data, process data, present data, store and archive data.

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the
workplace function. elements.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.

1. Collect data 1.1 Type of data is identified

1.2 Method of data acquisition is identified
1.3 Tools and equipment for data acquisition are
identified
1.4 Data is collected
1.5 Data is stored
2. Pre-process data 2.1Tools for data pre-processing are identified
2.2 software for pre-processing is selected
2.3 Inner orientation is performed
2.4 Relative orientation is performed
2.5 Absolute orientation is performed
2.6 Aerial triangulation is done
3. Process data 3.1 Feature extraction is performed
3.2 Digital Terrain Models (DTM) are generated
3.3 Digital Elevation Models (DEM) are generated
3.4 Digital Surface Models (DSM) are generated
3.5 Contours are generated
3.6 Data editing and cleaning of models
3.7 Orthophotomaps are generated
4. Present data 4.1 Display data in softcopy
4.2 Display data in hardcopy
4.3 Display data in 3D models
4.4 Data is exported to desired format.
5. Store and archive data 5.1 Data is archived in standard exchange formats
5.2 Metadata is created

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
May include but not limited to:
1. Types data  Aerial photographs
 Ground coordinates
 Satellite Imagery
 Drone Imagery

Method  Aerial photography

 Ground survey
 Satellite
 Drone
2. Tools and equipment  Aircraft
 Drone
 Satellite
 Cameras and Sensors
 Storage equipment
 Computers
 Digital Photogrammetric Workstations (DPWs)
 Mirror stereoscopes
3. Software  ERDAS
 ILWIS
 IMAGESTATION
 PRO600
 MICROSTATION
 ARGIS
 ORIMA
4. Triangulation  Model coordinates
 Ground coordinates

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Basic ICT skills
 Visualize in 3-Dimension

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  Visual image interpretation
 GIS data manipulation
 Photogrammetric skills
 Data collection
 Use of photogrammetric software
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Stereo models
 Flight data
 Data sources
 Map design
 Photogrammetric software
 Spatial referencing
 Scales

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Collected data
1.3 Processed data
1.4 Presented data
1.5 Stored and archived data
5 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 1.1 Direct Observation
1.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
1.3 Written tests
6 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
7 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 APPLY PRINCIPLES OF GIS
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/04/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to collect data, pre-
process data, process data, present data, store and archive data.

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the
workplace function. elements.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.

1. Collect data 1.1 Sources of data are identified

1.2 Data is sorted according to quality
1.3 Data is captured
4. Pre-process data 2.1 Relevant data sets are selected
2.2 Data is cleaned
2.3 Projections of data are checked
2.4 Scales of data sets are harmonized
3. Process data 3.1 Geo-referencing is done
3.2 Digitization is performed as per parameters
3.3 Vector layers are overlaid
3.4 Attribute entry is done
3.5 Data is edited
3.6 Data is integrated
3.7 Analyse Data.
4. Present data 4.1 Data layers are arranged
4.2 Data is symbolized
4.3 Map layouts are designed
4.4 Web maps are published
4.5 Map is exported to desired format.
5. Store and archive data 5.1 Data is customized and stored
2.1 Data is archived in standard exchange formats
2.2 Metadata is created

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

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 Variable Range
May include but not limited to:
5. Sources of data  Existing maps
 Ground survey
 Remote sensing
 Photogrammetry
 Journals
 Digital data banks
 Statistic / report
6. Sorted  Evaluation
 Selection
 Cleaning
 Hierarchy
7. Quality  Accuracy
 Precision
 Integrity
 Logical consistency
 Data lineage
8. Captured  Digitization
 Keyboard entry
 Scanning
9. Parameters  Scale
 Units of measure
 Coordinate systems
 Projections
 Datum
10. Attribute  Spatial attributes
 Non-spatial attributes
11. Customized  Hardcopy
 Softcopy
 Online
12. Stored  Servers
 External hard disks
 Filing cabinets
 Catalogs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Basic ICT skills
 GIS data manipulation

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  Cartographic skills
 Data collection
 Operating GIS equipment
 Use of GIS software
 International Map of World (IMW) sheet indexing
 Designing maps
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Spatial data models
 Map projections
 Data sources
 Map design
 GIS software
 IMW
 Spatial referencing
 Scales
 Web mapping
 Map publishing

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Collected data
1.3 Processed data
1.4 Presented data
1.5 Stored and archived data
3 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.3 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.4 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
5. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 1.4 Direct Observation
1.5 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
1.6 Written tests
4 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
5 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 APPLY PRINCIPLES OF CARTOGRAPHY

UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/05/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to apply cartographic
techniques, communicate using maps, distinguish between maps and plans, determine
scale of maps and plans, compile and project maps, apply principles of reference
systems and represent relief

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.

1. Apply cartographic 1.1 Drawing equipment, media and inks are identified
techniques 1.2 Drawing equipment and media are prepared
1.3 Mapping scale is applied
1.4 Rectangular grid is constructed
2. Communicate 2.1 Map communication is demonstrated
using maps 2.2 Cartographic symbols are designed
3. Distinguish 3.1 Maps are identified
between maps and 3.2 Plans are identified
plans
4. Determine scale of 4.1 Scale of maps and plans are identified
maps and plans 4.2 Scales are determined
4.3 Scales are applied
5. Compile maps 5.1 Sources of mapping data are identified
5.2 Maps are compiled in phases
5.2 Maps are generalized
5.3 Maps are designed
6. Project maps 6.1 Map projections are selected
6.2 Map projections are applied
7. Apply principles of 7.1 Coordinate reference systems are selected
reference systems 7.2 Coordinate reference systems are applied

8. Represent relief 8.1 contours are generated from spot heights

8.2 ground profiles and sections are drawn
8.3 digital models are generated

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range
May include but not limited to:
8. Equipment  Set square
 Pantographs
 Compass
 Planimeter
 Scale rule
 Straight edge
 Technical pens
 Guillotine
9. Media  Plastic media
 Polyester
 PVC
 Paper and paper based
10. Coordinate reference systems  Geographical coordinates
 Rectangular coordinates (Cartesian)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Projecting maps
 Relief interpretation
 Operating cartographic equipment
 Scaling
 Scanning
 Digitizing
 Geo-referencing
 Editing skills
 Text placement

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Cartographic techniques
 Cartographic symbols

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 Map projections
 Coordinates conversion
 Cartographic rules
 Standard scales
 Map texts
EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Apply cartographic techniques
1.2 Communicate using maps
1.3 Distinguish between maps and plans
1.4 Determine scale of maps and plans
1.5 Project maps
1.6 Apply principles of reference systems
1.7 Represent relief
6 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.6 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.7 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
6. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.4 Direct Observation
3.5 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.6 Written tests
6 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
7 Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 APPLY LAND LAWS

UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CC/06/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to identify land laws,
verify land ownership, identify legal control over land use, demonstrate understanding
of land registration, demonstrate understanding of cadastral processes, demonstrate
understanding of land transactions and arbitrate land disputes.

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.

1. Identify land laws 1.1 Sources of land laws are identified

1.2 Land laws are defined as per source
1.3 Origin and evolution of land laws in Kenya
1.4 Principles of land policy.
2. Verify land 2.1 Land ownerships are identified as per type of ownership
ownership 2.2 Land ownership are identified as per land tenure system
3. Identify legal 3.1 Land uses are identified
control over land 3.2 Legal land controls and importance are identified as per
use the land use
4. Demonstrate 4.1 Registerable rights and interests in land are identified
understanding of 4.2 Land registration processes are identified as per existing
land registration laws
5. Demonstrate 5.1 Understanding of the survey act is demonstrated
understanding of 5.2 Land adjudication process is identified as per land
laws governing adjudication Act
surveying 5.3 Understanding of physical planning act is demonstrated
processes as per the land laws
5.4 Urban and cities act.
6. Demonstrate 1.1 Legal instruments of land transactions are identified as
understanding of per the land laws
land transactions 1.2 Land transaction process is identified as per land laws

7. Demonstrate 7.1 Land disputes are identified

understanding of 7.2 Roles of land surveyor in land arbitration is identified as
land disputes per land laws.
arbitration process 7.3 Actors in land dispute arbitration

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1. Sources may include but not  Common law

limited to:  Constitution
 Statutes
2. Land laws may include but not  Registered Land Act
limited to:  Registered Title Act
 Survey Act
3. Type of ownerships may  Public
include but not limited to:  Private
 Community
4. Land tenure system may  Free hold
include but not limited to:  Lease hold
5. Land uses may include but not  Agricultural
limited to:  Residential
 Industrial
 Commercial
 Recreation
6. Legal instruments may  Legal documents
include but not limited to:  Consent form
 Transfer forms
 Deeds
 Registry index maps (RIMs)
7. Land transaction may include  Land transfer.
but not limited to:  Change of user
 Consolidation of land
 Subdivision of land
8. Land disputes may include but  Land ownership disputes
not limited to:  Boundary disputes
 Land compensation disputes

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:

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  Interpretation skills
 Analytical skills
 Negotiation skills
 Planning and organizing skills
 Research skills
 Computing skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Land laws and statutes
 Conveyancing
 Land policy

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Identified land laws
1.2 Identified legal control over land use
1.3 Demonstrated understanding of land registration
1.4 Demonstrated understanding of surveying processes
1.5 Demonstrated understanding of land transactions
7 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
7. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.2 Written tests.
8 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution.
9 Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 CONDUCT TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CR/01/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to conduct a
reconnaissance, monument control points, determine position of control point,
determine position of detail points, and prepare topographical map
ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Conduct a 1.1 Site is visited as per workplace procedures
reconnaissance 1.2 General observation of the area is made.

1.3 Location of new control points are identified as per

existing control points
1.4 Control points are established based on the type of
monument and technique used
1.5 Decisions are made based on the observations
2. Monument control 2.1 Types of monuments are identified
points 2.2 Monumentation of points is made
3. Determine position 3.1 Control points are established as per the preferred
of control points method
4. Determine position 4.1 Co-ordinates of the features are determined
of detail points 4.2 Co-ordinates of spot heights are determined based on the
survey instrument and method

5 Prepare 5.1 Co-ordinates of detail points are plotted based on the

topographical map scale
5.2 Contours are generated from spot heights
5.3 Map is designed as per Cartographic standards

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1. General observations may  Existence of control points

include but not limited to:  Status of monuments
 Topography of the area
 Detail points
2. Decisions May include but not  Number of personnel required
limited to:  Time schedule for the Task.
 distance between staff stations
3. Type of monument May include  Wooden pegs
but not limited to:  Iron pins (IP)
 Iron pin in concrete (IPC)
 Iron pin in concrete underground (IPCU)
4. method May include but not  Traverse
limited to:  Levelling
 GNSS Positioning
5. survey instrument May include  Theodolite
but not limited to:  Total station

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Handling of the survey equipment
 Setting up of survey equipment
 Operating survey instruments
 Planning and organizing skills
 ICT skills
 Design skills.
 Computing skills

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  Excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills
 Analytical skills
 Measuring skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs)
 Safety measures
 Survey instruments
 Map projection
 Map designs
 Types of monuments
 Levelling
 Traversing
 Triangulateration
 GNSS

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Conducted a reconnaissance
1.2 Monumented control points
1.3 Determined position of control points
1.4 Determined position of detail points
1.5 Prepared topographical map
6 2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment  Direct Observation
 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
 Written tests
 Practical
2 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
3 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 CONDUCT ENGINEERING SURVEY
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CR/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to conduct a
reconnaissance, conduct control survey, set out engineering works, compute
earthworks, conduct underground survey and prepare as built survey map.
ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Conduct a 1.1 Site is visited as per workplace procedures
reconnaissance 1.2 General observation is made and recorded as per
workplace procedures
1.3 Decisions are made based on the observations
2. Conduct control 2.1 Monumentation of control points is performed as per
survey techniques
2.2 Horizontal and vertical controls are established as per
the method
3. Set out engineering 3.1 Setting out method is determined as per structure to be
works set out
3.2 Curves are set out as per their type and design
3.3 Buildings are set out as per their design
3.4 Trenches are set out as per their design
3.5 Slope stakes are set out as per their design
4. Compute 4.1 Profiles and cross sections are plotted based on profile
earthworks levelling
4.2 Mass haul diagram is drawn as per the design
4.3 Amount of cut and fill is determined based on the mass
haul diagram
5. Conduct 5.1 Horizontal and vertical controls are transferred from the
underground surface to underground
survey 5.2 The structure location is determined underground
5.3 Alignment survey is conducted as excavation proceeds
5.4 Underground excavations are guided as per the design
6. Prepare as built 6.1 Initial design plans are revised based on actual location
survey map of the structure on the ground
6.2 As built survey map is produced as per map design
standards

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1. General observations may  Existence of control points

include but not limited to:  Status of monuments
 Topography of the area
 Detail points
2. Decisions May include but not  Number of personnel required
limited to:  Time schedule for the Task.
 distance between staff stations
3. curves May include but not  horizontal curves
limited to:  vertical curves
4. Setting out method May include  By coordinates
but not limited to:  By theodolite and level
 By off set

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Handling of the survey equipment
 Setting up of survey equipment
 Operating survey instruments
 Planning and organizing skills
 ICT skills
 Design skills.
 Computing skills
 Excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills
 Analytical skills
 Measuring skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs)
 Setting out methods

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 Profiles and cross sections
 Safety measures
 Survey equipment and tools
 Map projection
 Map designs
 Computation procedures
 Levelling
 Traversing
 Triangulateration
 GNSS

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Conducted a reconnaissance
1.2 Conducted control survey
1.3 Determined setting out method
1.4 Set out curves
1.5 Set out buildings
1.6 Set out trenches
1.7 Set out slope stakes
1.8 Plotted profiles and cross sections
1.9 Drew mass haul diagram
1.10 Determined amount of cut and fill
1.11 Conducted underground survey
1.12 Prepared as built survey map
2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.3 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.4 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
2. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment  Direct Observation
 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
 Written tests
 Practical’s
3 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
4 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 CONDUCT CADASTRAL SURVEY
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CR/03/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to conduct a
reconnaissance, conduct control survey, compute theoretical positions of boundaries
(beacons), place beacons on the ground, prepare a cadastral plan and compile a
cadastral file
ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Conduct a 1.1 A search is conducted for the title at the ministry of
reconnaissance lands
1.2 Consent for subdivision of land and approved
subdivision plan are verified.
1.3 Site is visited as per workplace procedures
1.4 General observation is made and recorded as per
workplace procedures
1.5 Decisions are made based on the observations
2. Conduct control 2.1 Monumentation of control points is performed as per
survey techniques
2.2 Horizontal controls are established as per the method
3. Compute 3.1 Theoretical coordinates for beacons are computed based
theoretical on the approved subdivision plan
positions of 3.2 Placing data is computed based on the control survey
boundaries and computed theoretical coordinates
(beacons)
4. Place beacons on 4.1 Type of beacons are identified
the ground 4.2 Beacons are placed on the ground based on the placing
data
4.3 Accuracy is assessed.
5. Prepare a cadastral 5.1 Final beacon coordinates are determined
plan 5.2 Cadastral plan is drawn as per the final beacon
coordinates
6. Compile a 6.1 Land survey data is gathered, integrated and collated
cadastral file prior to compilation
6.2 Cadastral file is compiled
6.3 Cadastral file is Approved

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1. General observation May  Any beacons present

include but not limited to:  Vegetation
 Existing features
2. Decisions May include but not  Whether to redo the beacons
limited to:  Whether to place new beacons
3. Placing data May include but  Bearing
not limited to:  Distance
4. Types of beacons May include  Wooden pegs
but not limited to:  Iron pins (IP)
 Iron pin in concrete (IPC)
 Iron pin in concrete underground (IPCU)
5. Cadastral file may include but  Surveyor’s report
not limited to:  Final coordinate list
 Placing data
 Demonstration of placing and field checks
6. Approved may include but not  Preliminary checking
limited to:  Final checking
 Authentication

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Operating survey instruments
 Measuring skills
 Map design skills
 Plotting skills
 Planning and organizing skills
 Design skills
 ICT skills
 Computing skills
 excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills
Required knowledge

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The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Land laws
 Cadastral survey procedures
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s)
 Safety measures
 Survey equipment and tools
 Map projection
 Map designs
 Computation procedures
 Traversing
 Triangulateration
 GNSS
 Measuring

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Conducted a reconnaissance
1.2 Conducted control survey
1.3 Computed theoretical positions of boundaries (beacons)
1.4 Placed beacons on the ground
1.5 Prepared a cadastral plan
1.6 Compiled a cadastral file
2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.5 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.6 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 4.1 Direct Observation
4.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
4.3 Practical assessments
4.4 Written tests
4.5 Computation Checks
5 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
6 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 CONDUCT HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CR/04/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to conduct a
reconnaissance, conduct shore control survey, determine position of sea features and
prepare bathymetric and nautical charts
ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Conduct a 1.1 Site is visited as per workplace procedures
reconnaissance 1.2 General observation is made and recorded as per
workplace procedures
1.3 Decisions are made based on the observations
2. Conduct shore 2.1 Monumentation of shore control points is performed as
control survey per techniques
2.2 Horizontal and vertical controls are established as per
the method
3. Determine 3.1 Position of the vessel is determined at various times as
positions of sea per the instrument used
features 3.2 The depth of the water body is determined at various
positions as per the size of water body and hydrographic
equipment
4. Prepare 4.1 Height data and sea features are collected from the sea
bathymetric chart bed considering SOLAS
4.2 Height data and Sea Features are separated into layers
4.3 Data is processed
4.4 Data is edited
4.5 Bathymetric chart is designed
4.6 Bathymetric chart is presented for approval by relevant
authorities

5. Prepare nautical 5.1 Data is collected from the sea surface considering
charts SOLAS
5.2 Data is analyzed and evaluated.
5.3 Original maps are scanned
5.4 Data is captured and georeferenced
5.5 Base information is digitized into layers
5.6 The sea navigation routes are overlaid with
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 5.7 Data is edited
5.8 Nautical chart is designed
5.9 Nautical chart is presented for approval

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range

1. General observations May  Existing beacons along the shoreline

include but not limited to:  Siltation
 Aquatic weeds
2. Decisions May include but not  How to survey
limited to:  Type of equipment needed
3. instrument May include but not  theodolite
limited to:  total station
 GPS
4. hydrographic equipment may  sounding rods
include but not limited to:  sounding wires
 echo-sounders
5. SOLAS May include but not  Safety of life at sea
limited to:
6. Sea features May include but  Rocks
not limited to:  Knolls
 Coral reefs
 Wrecks
 Disaster areas
 Submarine cables
 Pipelines
 Marine contours
 Spot heights
7. Processed May include but not  Symbolization
limited to:  Color coding
 Bathymetric heights generated
8. Relevant authorities May  IHO- International Hydrographic Organization
include but not limited to:  IMO- International Maritime Organization
 KPA- Kenya Ports Authority
 KMA- Kenya Maritime Authority

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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Interpretation skills
 Swimming
 Analytical skills
 Operate hydrographic survey equipment
 Measuring skills
 Planning and organizing skills
 Design skills
 ICT skills
 Computing skills
 excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 SOLAS (safety of life at sea)
 Coordinate systems
 Safety precautions
 Bathymetric charts
 Nautical charts
 Law of the sea
 Hydrographic survey instruments
 Environmental health and safety

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Conducted a reconnaissance
1.2 Conducted shore control survey
1.3 Determined position of sea features
1.4 Prepared bathymetric chart
1.5 Prepared nautical charts
2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:
2.7 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated

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 environment where assessment can take place
2.8 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Direct Observation
3.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.3 Written tests
5 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
6 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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 CONDUCT MINING SURVEY
UNIT CODE:LSM/OS/LS/CR/05/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a surveyor to conduct a
reconnaissance, establish surface and underground baseline, measure surface and
underground works and prepare mine plans

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the
key outcomes which required level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
function.
1. Conduct a 1.1 Site is visited as per workplace procedures
reconnaissance 1.2 General observation is made and recorded as per
workplace procedures
1.3 Decisions are made based on the observations and
mining regulations
2. Establish control 2.1 Monumentation of control points is performed as per
points techniques
2.2 Horizontal and vertical surface controls are established
as per the method
2.3 Horizontal and vertical surface controls are transferred to
underground baseline as per the method
3. Measure surface 3.1 Levelling is conducted on the surface and underground
and underground as per survey technique
works 3.2 Traversing is conducted on the surface and underground
as per survey technique
3.3 Resource volumes are determined based on technique
3.4 All field measurements are recorded as per workplace
procedures
4. Prepare mine plans 4.1 Data from survey measurements are gathered, integrated
and reports. and collated as per workplace procedures
4.2 Mine plans and reports are prepared based on the data

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 RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.

Variable Range

1. General observations may  Existing horizontal and vertical control points

include but not limited to:  Type of mine
2. Decisions may include but not  Equipment required
limited to:  Mining Procedures
 Guidelines
3. Resource may include but not  Coal
limited to:  Precious stones
 Oil
4. Survey technique may include  Piling
but not limited to:  Drilling

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
 Operating mining survey equipment
 Interpretation skills
 Analytical skills
 Measuring skills
 Planning and organizing skills
 Design skills
 ICT skills
 Computing skills
 excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills
 Interpersonal skills
 Decision making skills

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s)
 Safety precautions
 Environmental health and safety
 Mining and environmental laws, Acts and regulations
 Types of minerals

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  Mining technologies

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.

1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Conduct a reconnaissance
1.2 Conduct Mining Survey
1.3 Prepare Mines Plans and Maps
1.4 Prepare Mines Reports

2. Resource Implications The following resources should be provided:

2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Direct Observation
3.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.3 Written tests
4 4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
5 5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

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