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Assist with landscape construction work

Assist with landscape construction work

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSC201A
State Code
D6910
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/12/2011
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
02/12/2011
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit covers the process of assisting with landscape construction work and defines the standard required to: select and prepare tools and equipment; implement work procedures including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS); undertake landscape construction activities; transport and store machinery and equipment; clean up the site and dispose of or recycle waste materials and debris.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscape construction work
  • 1.1. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions.
  • 1.2. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor.
  • 1.3. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle.
  • 1.4. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use.
  • 1.5. Construction activities are undertaken according to OHS requirements and according to workplace information.
  • 1.6. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor.
2. Undertake landscape construction activities as directed
  • 2.1. Instructions and directions provided by the supervisor are followed and clarification sought when necessary.
  • 2.2. Landscape construction is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to enterprise guidelines.
  • 2.3. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner.
  • 2.4. Enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials is observed.
  • 2.5. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor.
3. Handle materials and equipment
  • 3.1. Waste material and debris produced during landscape construction is stored in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions.
  • 3.2. Materials, equipment and machinery are handled and transported according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines.
  • 3.3. A clean and safe work site is maintained while undertaking landscaping activities.
4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work
  • 4.1. Materials are returned to store or disposed of according to supervisors instructions.
  • 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions.
  • 4.3. Site is made good according to supervisor's instructions and good environmental practices.
  • 4.4. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Construction landscape features may include:
paths, paving
retaining walls
site structures and furniture
planted areas
irrigation systems.
Maintenance of landscape features may include:
watering
weeding
staking
repairing
painting
cleaning.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
select and prepare tools and equipment
implement work procedures including OHS
undertake landscape construction activities
transport and store machinery and equipment
clean up the site and dispose of or recycle waste materials and debris.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3296 RTF2215A Assist with landscape construction work Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR32 AHCLSC201 Assist with landscape construction work Unit of competency