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Select trees for tending operations

Select trees for tending operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2220
State Code
AXL80
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to select appropriate trees for tending operations which involves selecting trees to be thinned, pruned, treated for pests and other tending treatments used to provide a healthy environment for tree and forest growth. Work is completed in in a forest environment setting and involves identifying tree characteristics and marking them for specific treatments. The unit applies to Forestry technician, Nursery technician, Supervisor (Forestry operations), Tree planter, Silviculturist, Arboriculture technicianNo licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for selection process
  • 1.1 Determine tree distribution, characteristics and selection method from work order and where required check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Identify and follow site environmental protection practices and associated regulatory compliance requirements.
  • 1.3 Determine existing and potential site hazards and assess associated risks in line with organisational procedures.
  • 1.4 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
2. Select and mark trees for tending
  • 2.1 Locate forest area for tree selection in line with work order.
  • 2.2 Designate trees for particular tending treatments according to designated work order method, site procedures and environmental regulations.
  • 2.3 Mark or re-mark trees using appropriate marking method and equipment.
  • 2.4 Make recommendations for further tree selection to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5898 FPICOT2220B Select trees for tending operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS00 FWPSIL2001 Select and mark trees for tending operations Unit of competency