| Type | Micro-credential |
| Size/Credits | 20 |
| Level | 3 |
| Sector | Forestry |
| Owner | Te Pukenga Work Based Learning Limited |
| Developer | Te Pukenga Work Based Learning Limited |
| Primary topic | Environment |
| Secondary topic | None |
| Current? | Y |
| Pre-employment and/or On-the-job | Vocational |
| Qualification | Forestry Operations – Environment (Micro-credential) 3987 |
| Learner outcomes / graduate profile | LO 1 – Demonstrate knowledge of the role of health and safety in forestry operations LO 2 – Demonstrate knowledge of general safety requirements in a forestry operation LO 3 – Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and related requirements to be used in the event of a forest emergency LO 4 – Demonstrate knowledge of personal safety in first line vegetation firefighting LO 5 – Describe environmental considerations for forestry LO 6 – Demonstrate knowledge of legislation that impacts on environmental management of commercial forestry LO 7 – Describe the environmental requirements for a specific forestry operation in terms of the job prescription LO 8 – Identify substances which may adversely affect work performance and safety, and describe the effects of substance misuse on work performance LO 9 – Explain factors affecting fluid loss for workers in a forestry operation LO 10 – Describe how to maintain adequate hydration in a forestry operation, and explain the associated benefits LO 11 – Explain the role of diet in maintaining the physical wellbeing of forestry workers LO 12 – Describe causes and effects of stress and fatigue on the work performance of workers in a forestry operation, and explain ways to reduce stress and fatigue LO 13 – Describe ways to attend to personal health matters |
| Stackable | Not currently |
| Link to other learning | |
| Development / approval date | 1/1/2019 |
| More information at | 0800 86 22 84 |
| Comments | Candidates must be employed in a relevant workplace. |