MSS024009 - Assist with assessing and monitoring stormwater systems

This unit of competency covers the ability to inspect and/or monitor small-scale urban or semi-urban drainage systems. Personnel will plan and conduct survey, inspection and/or audit activities; collect and interpret information about the characteristics and condition of the catchment; and identify environmental issues and possible causes. This work assists engineers and planners to develop stormwater management plans and/or assess the environmental impacts of existing conditions or activities.This unit of competency is applicable to environmental technicians working in a range of industry sectors, such as stormwater management, clean water (e.g. catchments, supply and environmental flows); environmental services (e.g. monitoring of water quality), environmental compliance, auditing and inspection.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, environmental monitoring and management activities are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.