Unit of competency Outline

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Care for nursery plants

Care for nursery plants

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY206
State Code
OCT92
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain and care for containerised nursery plants, including preparing for work, maintaining the nursery environment and plants, and completing plant maintenance operations.The unit applies to individuals who care for nursery plants under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Confirm care activities to be undertaken with supervisor
  • 1.2 Recognise potential hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to minimise risks to self and others
  • 1.3 Select appropriate tools and equipment for the task
  • 1.4 Select fit, and use personal protective equipment and clothing applicable to the task
2. Maintain nursery plants
  • 2.1 Follow hygiene practices to minimise risk of contamination
  • 2.2 Prepare and apply fertiliser according to work instructions
  • 2.3 Identify weeds and remove from pots as directed
  • 2.4 Block and space plants according to spacing requirements and instructions
  • 2.5 Prune plants using the required tools and safe work practices and according to instructions
  • 2.6 Stake and tie plants using the required materials and according to instructions
3. Complete nursery plant maintenance operations
  • 3.1 Remove and dispose of waste material according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Clean, disinfect, maintain and store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Record and report nursery plant care and maintenance according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ20 AHCNSY202 Care for nursery plants Unit of competency