Orientate, navigate, use and create maps in conservation areas

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SO 1

Communicate directions to specific locations according to the requirements of the situation.

AC 1

You need to use simple and understanding language to describe routes and locations. Use simple language like up, down, next to, right, left, near, far and behind. You need to use simple language that everybody can understand what you are saying.

AC 2

You need to use proper language and symbols on the map that everybody can understand what is going on, on the map. Proper language and symbols is very important on a map.

AC 3

The terminology used is understandable and appropriate for the situation. You need to make sure that everybody can understand it.

AC 4

There is selected routes as it applies to the situation. You need to look at tourist roads, firebreaks, boundary roads and service roads.

AC 5

Alternative routes are identified and provides between 2 points on a map. You need to communicate properly on a map that everybody knows the alternative routes.

SO 2

Find, orientate and navigate along a route to a specified destination.

AC 1

You need to have navigational tools to help you to find routes you can use mountains, power lines, roads, beacons, compass and GPS as tools. Tools is important that you don't get lost and that you know were you are.

SO 3

Read, interpret and use maps.

AC 1

When an appropriate map type is selected you look at the cadastral, relief, road map, vegetation maps, census data maps and distribution maps. It will help you to choose the correct map.

AC 2

You use an compass to get the correct point on the map. To know were is true and magnetic north. It is to not get lost and to know where is the correct location.

AC 3

You need to can see everything on the map all the symbols such as roads, power lines, railways, rivers, beacons, scale, measurements and co- ordinates. That you know where is what on the farm and map. It is that you don't get lost.

AC 4

Any map errors and shortcomings are identified like roads, boundaries, firebreaks, rivers, vegetative species distribution and grid – squares. It is recognized and fixed on the maps.

AC 5

Contour lines are interpreted. Such as aspect, elevation and topography. You need to explain it and interpret it correctly.

SO 4

Draw and/or create simple maps.

AC 1

You need to use simple maps with the correct places and objects on it that it match the real situation. You need to make it easy that everybody can understand it. It is also for record keeping.

AC 2

The map needs to have a scale. It must be correctly indicated and applied on the map that everybody knows on what scale is the map.

AC 3

On the map there must be symbols, a key or a legend. It must show you were is what on the map.

AC 4

The map must be understanding and that other users can interpret it. Everything on the map must be clearly indicated.

AC 5

The map must be neat and clear. You need to make sure that it have all the information on it what it needs like a scale, symbols, roads, a legend, power lines, rivers and fire breaks.

SO 5

Plot information on a map using symbols.

AC 1

You need to have a range of symbols on your map such as plants, tracks, trails, roads, rivers, waterholes, natural features, disease, damage causing animals, poaching and distribution of animals. These symbols will help anybody who is using the map.

AC 2

The map is clear and neat. It has all the information on it what it needs to have. All the co – ordinates and points is showing properly.

CONSERVATION IN SOCIETY

US: 252468

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Explain the concept and principles of nature conservation in broad terms.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The concept of nature conservation is explained in broad terms.

Conserving the natural resources for future availability. To conserve is to protect a natural resource from over usage, hunting, harvesting and overall abusing. It must be done in such a manner that all aspects as people, areas and legislation agrees.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The principles of nature conservation are outlined as to define the role and purpose of Nature Conservation.

We conserve resources from an ethical fundamental which is a principle, aswel as sustainability of a project.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

A comparison is drawn between sustainable and unsustainable use of natural resources.

To be sustainable any project, farm, game reserve, heritage site, park needs 3 balanced fundamentals aka: money, physical aspects and cultural aspects.

Considering each contributes to the other.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Outline the history of nature conservation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

An outline is given of key developments in the history of nature conservation as it applies to changing emphasis within this operational environment.

Key developments in history include the trial and errors which have contributed to a paradigm shifts in people’s idea of what needs to be done to conserve resources. From species conservation to biodiversity conservation. Animal centred to people centred as well as protected areas shifting to landscape areas.

.ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Key phases in the development of Nature Conservation is identified and discussed.

Phases such as different era’s, wants, beliefs, generations changes has caused different fases in conservation as well as the impact of war, groot trek and inhabitation of South Africa as a whole. This all has lead to the realisation of conserving landmass, animals, minerals etc.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate the relevance of nature conservation principles to society.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The value of nature conservation is explained as it applies to its aesthetic and ecological value.

Aesthetically we conserve places or species for the beauty and peace of mind it contributes, it also generates more attraction for tourist and is both beneficial for work creation and tourist. Ecologically we conserve with the goal to keep ecosystems sustainable and self-functioning with minimal impact of human habitation. Ensuring a stable ecological system ensures safe drinking water sources and food availability and continuous resources.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The relevance of nature conservation is explained as it applies to the legacy of nature conservation for future generations.

It is the ethical thing to do. Conserving means those future generations will also experience the resources we do at this day in time which is only fare. Effective conservation reduces global warming, eco-system collapse and destruction of natural heritage.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The importance of nature conservation is explained as it applies to its economic and recreational value.

Keeping resources sustainable means good eco-tourism, work creation, entrepreneurs, training and available medicine to local tribes. This all is beneficial for the economy of that specific area. People can also take part in sports and activities which they would travel far and wide to do. Conserving such places creates the possibilities of recreation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

The contribution of nature conservation to a nation's health is described.

South Africa is known for its biodiversity in cultures, fauna & flora, minerals, etc. conserving all these this creates attraction to south Africa from all over the world as we have some of the most beautiful places and animals to be seen as well as multiple different cultures and beliefs to experience. We have a rich history of war and apartheid and how our country rised from the ashes. Conserving what we have left makes South Africa a sustainable tourism industry.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Explain the inter-relatedness within ecosystems.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The meaning of eco-system inter-relatedness is clarified through the use of key conservation terms.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The importance of conserving the integrity of the habitat is explained as it applies to the promoting of the survival of species.

The importance of conserving such is to keep or develop it itno a sustainable system where minimal human interaction is needed. Implementing biodiversity for example makes an eco-system even more sustainable as it widens food chains and lowers risk of starvation.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Identify scarce plants and animals.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

An outline is provided of the work of local, national and international conservations agencies.

NGO's- non governmental organisation

IUCN- International union for conserving nature

WWF- world wildlife fund

TRAFFIC-TRAFFIC's Vision

is of a world in which trade in wild plants and animals is managed at sustainable levels without damaging the integrity of ecological systems and in such a manner that it makes a significant contribution to human needs, supports local and national economies and helps to motivate commitments to the conservation of wild species and their habitats.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Definitions are provided along with relevant examples of what is meant by the expression "red data".

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

A tabulation is given of CITES categories.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

An outline is provided of other degrees of scarcity/abundance of species.

Perform Conservation Guardianship

Nature Conservation is relevant to society because there are alotof benefits which we get from conservation of natural resources. Ex.

Plants:

·         Medicine

·         Food

·         Material to make furniture

·         Source of Energy for coal, fuel & wood to make fire.

·         We get material to make products such as books.

Animals:

·         Meat

·         Leather from their skin

·         Trophy Hunting (Private & Public)

·         Meat Hunting

Future Generations are going to benefit through conservation of natural recourses.

You can also benefit through the aesthetic value

If we don’t conserve we are going to lose all the above mention benefits and others.

Perform Basic Field Infrastructural maintenance in a Conservation Area

The Most important thing when you are checking the standard of the infrastructure check for weathering of paint and repaint if necessary. Also take careful note of varnished doors exposed to the Elements . With wood we checked signs of termite activity, be able to knock or brush off the tunnels and treat the wood and the base where it enters the floor or ground with approved insecticide. Also be able to check leaking pipes, burst pipes, unblocking drains. We also check for efficient operation of any appliances such as gas water, hot plates kettels ext.

Also in the bush we checked Fences, roads, tracks , trails, Applicators, pressure plates. Their were maintanace we did not do like wiring a new premises with electrical supply. Work that needs to be done by engineers.

We also painted the corner post of the fence near the 400ha camp that was exposed to the elements and got rusted.  

Participate in A Team

Purpose of Working in a team:

·         To Ensure the organisation runs smoothly.

·         To share different skills.

·         To oversee different aspects

·         Tasks can be handled quickly

·         Knowledge and skills are shared

·         A Well organised team – plans organises & delegates

Different Roles in A Team:

·         The Coordinator = Summarise the view of the group Will be prepared to make choices and make decisions

·         Shaper = Doing this they are quite happy to push their own views forward, do not mind being challenged

·         Plant = Original ideas, Very creative and imaginative , New ideas

·         Resource investigator = Group member with the strongest contacts an networks and is excellent bringing info forward

·         Implementer = Turning big ideas into manageable tasks, Logical and disciplined, Hardworking

·         Team Worker = Most aware of others in the team, promote harmony, Important when team is experiencing a stressful or difficult period.

·         Complementer = Complementer is the one who drives the deadlines make sure they are achieved.

·         Monitor evaluator =  seeing all the options Strategic perspective and can judge situations

·         Specialist = Provides special skills needed to finish the work  and has dedicated and single minded approach.

Ignite, control and extinguish fires in a conservation area unit.

Before any area can be burnt you must consider the following:    

·         Briefing must take place before

·         The area to be burned must be identified.

·         Map of the area must be available to see witch part is going to be burnt.

·         Determine the fuel load available

·         Analyse the weather conditions eg. Temperature, wind directions, rainfall etc.

·         Communicate with the neighbouring communities farmers, and all stakeholders.

·         Organise all the equipment necessary to extinguish the fire.

·         Once the area has been burnt then debriefing should take place.

Seven Main Reasons why vegetation needs to be burnt:

·         Unpalatable Grass

·         Parasites

·         Invading Grasslands

·         Firebreaks

·         Rotational Grazing

·         Accumulated Organic

·         Bush Encroachment

Two Methods used to extinguish an Fire:

·         The First Method is the use of beaters. A beater is made is made up of a wooden pole with rubber attached to the end. These should be soaked in water before a burn so they are wet, making it easier to put a fire out

·         The second method is water. Water tankers, knapsack sprayer.

·         Spray from the bottom of the fire.