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Plant trees by hand

Plant trees by hand

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSIL2002
State Code
ODS08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/01/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2022
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
21/06/2022
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select suitable tree stock, assess planting site and plant trees by hand as part of forestry operations.The unit applies to individuals who plant trees by hand as part of forestry operations.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for planting operations
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from work order or instruction, and where required seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm safety and environmental requirements, including use of personal protective equipment, for the task according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with manual tree planting operations
  • 1.4 Identify emergency and evacuation procedures to follow in the event of an incident or accident
  • 1.5 Consult with appropriate personnel to ensure that work is coordinated effectively with others in the workplace
  • 1.6 Select tools, equipment and materials for manual tree planting, and check for serviceability according to workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Obtain, visually assess and prepare planting stock according to work order
2. Assess planting site and tree stock
  • 2.1 Assess and prepare planting site according to work order
  • 2.2 Select work methods and patterns to suit tree type and planting site
  • 2.3 Select quantity of tree stock to plant according to production target and stock quality
  • 2.4 Confirm that required tree stock is distributed across the site ready for planting
  • 2.5 Identify and resolve issues associated with the site, equipment, tree stock, hazards or safety according to workplace procedures
3. Plant tree stock
  • 3.1 Use tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Plant tree stock by hand with minimal handling, adapting work methods or patterns as required
  • 3.3 Identify and dispose of unsuitable tree stock according to environmental protection practices
  • 3.4 Maintain and store equipment and remaining tree stock according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXK86 FWPFGM2203 Plant trees by hand Unit of competency