Orientate, navigate, use and create maps in a conservation area...

Unit standard 252456
Specific Outcome 1:
Communicate directions to specific locations according to the requirements of the situation.


AC1: Routes and locations are described using clear and simple language.
- The routes and locations are indicated on the map to be able to know where what is on the farm.
AC2: Clearly discernible reference points are made on the map to indicate correct direction.
AC3: The terminology used to communicate direction is appropriate for the situation.
-It's important to use the correct terms when communicating for direction.
AC4: Appropriate routes are selected and described as it applies to the situation for which directions are provided.
- Chose the appropriate routes to arrive at the correct destinations at the appropriate time.
AC5: Alternative routes are identified and provided between two points on a map as it applies to the situation for which directions communicated.


Specific Outcome 2:
Find, orientate and navigate along a route to a specified destination.


AC1: A range of features and navigational tools are used to find, orientate and navigate along a route.
-A GPS is used to make it much easier to find specific destinations for example.


Specific Outcome 3:
Read, interpret and use maps.


AC1: An appropriate map type is selected as it applies to the terrain and purpose for use.
- It's much more sufficient to use the appropriate maps for each purpose or task to each location.
AC2: The user is orientated to the map using compass points (such as true and magnetic north)  
-Using a compass is another alternative to direct direction such as a GPS.
AC3: Real locations, distances, areas and relative positions are identified. Through the use of map reading and interpretation of information.
-You need the appropriate map to be able to find the correct information.
AC4: Map errors and shortcomings are identified and corrected in accordance with industry norms and standards.
-You need to view the map and make sure that there aren't any mistakes,if so you need to identify and correct them to be able to use the map.
AC5: Contour lines are interpreted and explained in accordance with industry standards.
- The maps are explained and understood.


Specific Outcome 4:
Draw and/or create simple maps.


AC1: Simple maps are drawn to ensure that the relative positions of places and objects match the real situation for record purposes.
- It's easier to put all your information on a map to match the real situation for the record purposes.
AC2:  Where appropriate, a suitable scale is chosen, indicated and correctly applied.
AC3: Symbols, conforming to conventional uses, or defined through a key or legend is used in the drawing and/or creating of simple maps.
-Simple keys are used to make it easier to identify important locations on the map.
AC4: Diagrams and modules used in the drawing of maps depict the area and/or land form accurately to enable reading and interpretation by other used.
-It's important to make sure all the detailed information is to be found on each map,for others immediate understanding of all the information given.
AC5: The drawing or creating of maps is concluded in a clear and neat manner to ensure that it contains all critical information's as required by the situation.
-Keep in mind that the layout of each map should be neat, professional and neutral.


Specific Outcome 5:  
Plot information on a map using symbols.


AC1: A range of symbols and keys are used to mark specific areas in the operational environment.
-Cross reference to Specific Outcome 4, AC 3.
AC2: The relevant information on the map is indicated accurately as per grid reference or co-ordinates.
-Cross reference to Specific Outcome 4, AC 4.

Photo's and Descriptions Of Resource Guardianship...

• Aerial count: A method to monitor and to identify local wildlife.

• Drive counts: Counting and comparing notes on a cruiser to get an average.

• Monitoring of local wildlife with a camera: This is one method to monitor the habits of wildlife.

• In this image you'll see another way to identify animals.
• Taxidermy animals on a table with someone explaining each one of these animals.

• Road strip counts: Observers in the cruiser count all animals seen on the game drive.
• A sample area is calculated from the average distance that animals are seen from the vehicle and the total distance traveled 

• Piccinini's, Sondela's restaurant.
• Made of Sandstone.
• Originated from Paul Kruger.

• The sites are very important for the SA community.
• It's worth while preserving.
• It's also passed down from one generation to another.

•  Routes and locations are described using clear and simple language.
• Clearly discernible reference points are used to communicate direction.
• A range of symbols and keys are used to mark specific areas in the operational environment.
• The relevant information on the map is indicated accurately as per grid reference or co-ordinates.

• A range of features and navigational tools are used to find,orientate and navigate along a route.
• An appropriate map type is selected as it applies to the terrain and purpose for use.
• Real locations, distances, areas and relative positions are identified through the use of a map reading and interpretation of information.
• Where appropriate, a suitable scale is chosen,indicated and correctly applied.

A follow up for my blog on Harvesting of Fauna =)

• Chemical Game Capture, where animal are darted by a veterinarian.
• and then transported in a truck to the desired destination.

• An example of harvesting of fauna: Using Fishing nets to capture fish,is a very effective way to capture a larger amount of fish.

• Passive Game Capture: Bomes with very few entrances with food inside.
• The Boma is left like this for a few days for the animals to get use to it.
• Persons are put on posts to watch the entrance,as the animal enters it is closed with a curtain.
• The animal is chased onto a loading ramp into a loading truck.

• Here is an example of Active Game Capture.

Carry out Harvesting of Fauna Unit Standard - 252455

 Specific Outcome 1

Carry out maintenance checks on equipment used for culling or harvesting:

AC1- Suitable equipment is selected for a particular culling or harvesting operation:

1. The suitable equipment for specific operation

• Fishing nets,mist nets,cages,fire alarms,boma plastic,ropes or game capturing.

     2.  Make sure equipment is in a good working order.Every game has its own equipment.

•  Equipment - Map of area, vehicles and extra petrol, spot lights, Rifles, skinners, Pots, Refrigerators, skinning knife, hanging hooks, darts.

AC2 - Equipment is checked for evidence of wear and tear:

      1. Check if equipment has been used/or not.
      2. Evidence can also be find on animals.

AC3 - Needed maintenance work is carried out to ensure trouble free service as it applies to the use of  identified equipment:

      1. When equipment need to be maintained it's important to report it to the qualified person for     him to do maintenance,this will ensure that everything is done correctly.

Specific Outcome 2

Carry out appropriate harvesting procedures 

AC1 - Appropriate harvesting methods is identified and described as it applies to the culling of harvesting  operation.

     1. Chemical Game Capture - Animals are darted by a veterinarian.

                                               - Animal is transported in a truck to desired destination.

                                                

     2. Passive Game Capture - Bomas with very few entrances with food inside, the boma is left like   this for a   few days for the animals to get use to it.

                                            - Persons are put on posts to watch the entrance, as the animal enters it's closed     with a curtain.

                                            - The animal is chased up a loading ramp into a loading truck.

     3. Active Game Captures - Boma is put up in a V- Shape with one entrance.

                                            - The animals are chased into the boma with a helicopter.

                                            - When the animals passed a certain section, the pilot signals the people to close the curtains.

                                            - Animals are chased into a loading truck.

AC2 - Appropriate harvesting procedures are applied in the participation in harvesting or culling activities.

     1. When dead/alive animals are harvested it should be done according to the standard/correct procedures.

AC3 - Products are processed in line with local veterinary,legal and quality assurance requirements. 

     1. Products should be handled according to the standard procedures.

AC4 - Harvesting activities are monitored to ensure that they are appropriate:

     1. Qualified persons should monitor any harvesting activities to ensure that they are done correctly.

  Specific Outcome 3 

Collect and record basic biological data of the specimens captured.

AC1 - Data is collected to ensure accurate record keeping of captured specimens.

     1. When doing game capturing, count the animals, take photos, make a video or write down notes.

AC2 - The required biological data of the specimens captured. 

     1. What the sizes are, what animal(specimen) it is, Their weight and gender.

AC3 - Data specific to the area of removal is recorded.

     1. When collecting a specimen, it's important to keep record of it- When, Where, How, What.

Specific Outcome 4

Report on the harvest

 AC1 - A report is drafted and submitted to the supervisor to give him detailed feedback on the captures. 

     1. When capturing is done,write a report to your supervisor to give him detailed feedback on the captures.

     

 AC2 - Reference is made to adherence to bag limits. 

     1. You need to give references to your supervisor, for him to get enough or other feedback from.

  

AC3 - Reference is made to adherence to permit conditions. 

     1. Amount landed, Weight, Numbers (Catch returns).