This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, collect, preserve and store small, macroscopic, marine life that is commonly encountered when undertaking marine monitoring activities, including marine macro-algae, invertebrates and fish.

The unit applies to individuals who work in a marine conservation and management role under broad supervision and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.