Unit of competency Outline

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Support gardening work

Support gardening work

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPGD102
State Code
ODU92
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake routine gardening work under direct supervision and to support the gardening work of others.The unit applies to individuals who support gardening work while working alongside a supervisor, exercising limited autonomy within established and well known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for gardening work
  • 1.1 Collect required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor instructions
  • 1.2 Fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to job requirements
  • 1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials
  • 1.4 Check and report faulty or unsafe tools, equipment and PPE to supervisor
  • 1.5 Recognise and report workplace hazards to supervisor
2. Undertake gardening work as directed
  • 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor, and seek clarification when necessary
  • 2.2 Interact with staff and customers in a professional manner
  • 2.3 Handle and dispose of materials according to workplace practices and procedures
  • 2.4 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking gardening activities
  • 2.5 Undertake gardening work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner
  • 2.6 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor
3. Handle materials and equipment
  • 3.1 Handle and transport materials, tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Store, recycle or dispose of waste material and debris according to supervisor instructions
4. Clean up on completion of gardening work
  • 4.1 Restore site according to supervisor instructions
  • 4.2 Clean and store materials, tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions
  • 4.3 Report work outcomes and faults, wear or damage of tools to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM69 AHCPGD101 Support gardening work Unit of competency