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Plan and implement sports turf renovation

Plan and implement sports turf renovation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF402A
State Code
D7262
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/04/2013
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
11/04/2013
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers the planning and implementation of sports turf renovation and defines the standard required to: plan a sports turf renovation program; conduct a site hazard identification and risk control assessment; develop a schedule of works and specifications for a sports turf renovation program; implement the schedule of works for sports turf surfaces; coordinate the work team and contractors; document a sports turf renovation program.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the turf renovation program
  • 1.1. The turf renovation site is identified and field measurements and tests undertaken.
  • 1.2. Site hazards are identified, risks assessed and controls implemented.
  • 1.3. Renovation materials and resource requirements are selected and calculated.
  • 1.4. Renovation costs are checked to be within budget levels and are verified by client/manager.
  • 1.5. Existing design plans and documentation are interpreted or new design plans are developed.
  • 1.6. A renovation program is developed containing the site assessment report, results of field measurements and tests, risk controls, and material and resource calculations.
  • 1.7. Schedule of works and specifications are developed and recorded in the program.
2. Prepare renovation equipment
  • 2.1. Machinery maintenance logs, maintenance plans and schedules are checked and machinery prepared for the program.
  • 2.2. Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise work procedures.
  • 2.3. Tools, equipment and machinery are calibrated and adjusted according to manufacturer guidelines and documented work method statements.
  • 2.4. Records of checks, calibrations and adjustments are entered into workplace documentation.
3. Implement the renovation program
  • 3.1. Enterprise work team and contractors are identified and work tasks are coordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the client, superintendent or board.
  • 3.2. Work pattern is organised and directed according to the schedule of works.
  • 3.3. Works are supervised and executed according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and environmental implications.
  • 3.4. Renovation tasks are monitored and remedial action is undertaken where necessary.
  • 3.5. A clean and safe work area is maintained throughout and on completion of work.
4. Complete renovation activities
  • 4.1. Site and surrounds are reviewed for completion of works and disposal of waste material.
  • 4.2. Tools, equipment and machinery are inspected and repair and maintenance requirements logged.
  • 4.3. Expenses are recorded and reviewed against budget.
  • 4.4. The renovation program is reviewed for costs, scheduling, works procedures and quality of work.
  • 4.5. A works report is documented and presented to the client/manager or board.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Turf materials include:
materials covering cool or warm season turf seed or plants of the species and cultivar specified by the supervisor and/or the turf renovation program.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
plan a sports turf renovation program
conduct a site hazard identification and risk control assessment
develop a schedule of works and specifications for a sports turf renovation program
implement the schedule of works for sports turf surfaces
coordinate the work team and contractors
document a sports turf renovation program.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO31 AHCTRF402 Plan and implement sports turf renovation Unit of competency