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Cut, sort and set cuttings

Cut, sort and set cuttings

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFGM2209
State Code
AXK81
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 cut, sort and set cuttings. The unit includes preparing cuttings and the growing environment. Work is completed in a variety of work settings, including forest environments, farms, nurseries and workshops. The unit applies to Forestry worker, Arboriculture worker, Farm forestry worker, Nursery workerPlantation establishment worker, Plantation forest officer, SilviculturistNo licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for cutting
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.3 Clear and clean work area to eliminate contamination of plants.
2. Sort and select cuttings for setting
  • 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • 2.2 Prepare parent plant and take cutting using method appropriate to species.
  • 2.3 Assess cuttings visually, select and condition for propagation to maintain maximum viability appropriate to species requirements.
  • 2.4 Dispose of discarded cutting material in line with environmental protection practices.
3. Prepare growing site and set cuttings
  • 3.1 Prepare growing environment and weed retardents in line with work order, and organisational and environmental requirements
  • 3.2 Set cuttings in growing environment using appropriate tools and equipment
  • 3.3 Control pests and diseases as required in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 3.4 Record and report cutting, sorting and setting production outcomes to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5992 FPIFGM2209B Cut, sort and set cuttings Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS38 FWPNSY2002 Cut, sort and set cuttings Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL7 FWP20116 Certificate II in Forest Growing and Management Qualification