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Plant trees by hand

Plant trees by hand

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFGM2203
State Code
AXK86
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
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to select suitable tree stock and plant by hand. Work is completed in a forest environment setting.The unit applies to Forestry worker, Arboriculture worker, Farm forestry worker, Nursery workerPlantation establishment worker, Plantation forest officer, Silviculturist,No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for planting operations
  • 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 Obtain and prepare planting stock in line with work order.
2. Prepare for planting
  • 2.1 Assess plant site for suitability and prepare in line with work order.
  • 2.2 Select work methods, quantities and patterns to suit tree type and plant site.
  • 2.3 Select quantity from tree stock in line with production target and stock quality.
  • 2.4 Distribute required stock quantities across the site ready for planting
  • 2.5 Identify and resolve site or equipment hazards in line with organisational safety procedures.
3. Plant tree stock
  • 3.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety 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 in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 3.4 Maintain and store equipment and remaining tree stock in line with organisational procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5987 FPIFGM2203B Plant trees by hand Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS08 FWPSIL2002 Plant trees by hand Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL7 FWP20116 Certificate II in Forest Growing and Management Qualification