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Identify trees

Identify trees

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB323
State Code
OBV47
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
30/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify trees and their environmental and social benefits to clients and community.The unit applies to individuals who work in arboriculture under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Inspect tree features
  • 1.1 Observe morphological characteristics of tree specimens
  • 1.2 Observe tactile and sensory characteristics of tree specimens
  • 1.3 Record observations and characteristics according to workplace procedures
2. Inspect tree condition
  • 2.1 Observe tree general health and structural condition
  • 2.2 Inspect tree specimens for signs and symptoms of pests, diseases and deficiencies that affect tree characteristics
  • 2.3 Record inspections of tree condition
3. Identify tree
  • 3.1 Source and use reference material to assist identification
  • 3.2 Compare possible tree identification using images, samples and other plant identification resources
  • 3.3 Use characteristics of plant specimens to classify tree to family level and lowest taxonomic ranking
4. Assess environmental and social benefits of tree
  • 4.1 Examine tree for ecological habitat of localised biota
  • 4.2 Identify localised ecological and environmental benefits provided by tree
  • 4.3 Evaluate environmental and social benefits of tree
  • 4.4 Assess the environmental and social value of tree to key stakeholders
5. Report on results
  • 5.1 Record identification achieved
  • 5.2 Highlight key identifying features observed in the process
  • 5.3 Inform client of the results of the identification and benefits to stakeholders
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP25 AHCARB313 Identify trees Unit of competency