Unit of competency Outline

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Carry out canopy maintenance

Carry out canopy maintenance

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT216
State Code
OCT25
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 prepare for crop canopy maintenance, and carry out and complete maintenance and pruning on crop canopies.The unit applies to individuals who carry out crop maintenance 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 canopy maintenance activities
  • 1.1 Confirm canopy maintenance activities and instructions with supervisor
  • 1.2 Select tools and equipment appropriate to canopy maintenance
  • 1.3 Identify workplace health and safety hazards, and report to supervisor
  • 1.4 Select and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) according to workplace health and safety requirements
  • 1.5 Fit and use PPE applicable to the task being undertaken
2. Carry out basic canopy maintenance
  • 2.1 Identify and prune unwanted growth
  • 2.2 Remove pruned material out of the canopy
  • 2.3 Perform post-pruning treatments on the canopy
  • 2.4 Shape, support or position canopy according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.5 Use control measures to regulate exposure of the crop to sun and protect crop from damage
  • 2.6 Operate and maintain tools and equipment according to instructions and manufacturer instructions
3. Complete canopy maintenance activities
  • 3.1 Clean, sharpen and return tools and equipment to required location
  • 3.2 Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Dispose of pruned material according to supervisor instructions
  • 3.4 Record and report canopy maintenance activities according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO02 AHCPHT202 Carry out canopy maintenance Unit of competency