Unit of competency Outline
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Renovate grassed areas
Renovate grassed areas
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF203
AHCTRF203
State Code
BAM16
BAM16
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic seasonal renovation practices to restore turf health and condition on a range of grassed areas. It applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare turf area for renovation
- 1.1 Locate services using site and construction plans
- 1.2 Identify work health and safety hazards
- 1.3 Select suitable safety equipment for the turf renovation program
- 1.4 Identify and report the environmental implications of the turf renovation program
- 1.5 Carry out preparation of turf area
2. Prepare equipment for turf renovation
- 2.1 Select appropriate hand tools and renovation machinery
- 2.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on hand tools and renovation machinery
- 2.3 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
3. Undertake turf renovation
- 3.1 Erect safety barriers around trench lines, holes and other disturbed surfaces during and between work periods
- 3.2 Use correct manual handling techniques when lifting or moving heavy loads
- 3.3 Operate turf renovation tools and machinery safely and effectively
4. Complete turf renovation
- 4.1 Dispose of plant debris and waste material removed from the site in an environmentally aware and safe manner
- 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and machinery
- 4.3 Maintain a clean and safe area throughout and on completion of work
- 4.4 Record work outcomes
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7254 | AHCTRF203A | Renovate grassed areas | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ46 | AHCTRF207 | Renovate grassed areas | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDE6 | AHC20416 | Certificate II in Horticulture | Qualification |
| BDE7 | AHC21616 | Certificate II in Landscaping | Qualification |
| BDB9 | AHC20616 | Certificate II in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |