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Plan and implement permaculture works

Plan and implement permaculture works

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER415
State Code
OFC08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and plan permaculture works and implement and monitor the plan, including scoping of the work, planning on-site work health and safety, scheduling equipment, materials and work activity, minimising environmental impact during works, and supervising and monitoring work team activities.The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for permaculture works
  • 1.1 Confirm and verify client preferences and contract requirements
  • 1.2 Verify scope of works in permaculture works plan with client
  • 1.3 Verify statutory obligations and permits
  • 1.4 Conduct site visit to confirm details of permaculture works
  • 1.5 Identify health and safety hazards associated with the permaculture works and develop site safety plan
  • 1.6 Verify availability, quantity and costs of plants and materials specified in works plan
  • 1.7 Verify resources, tools and equipment required for permaculture works
  • 1.8 Confirm availability of resources, tools and equipment with suppliers and contractors
  • 1.9 Verify site access and establishment procedures according to works and environmental management plan
2. Plan and schedule permaculture works
  • 2.1 Source tools and materials required for project
  • 2.2 Allocate and schedule materials, resources and work tasks according to specifications and project timelines
  • 2.3 Determine and plan establishment and maintenance phases of works
  • 2.4 Determine impact of seasonal factors on works and incorporate into staging strategy
  • 2.5 Identify potential impediments to implementation, and prepare contingencies
  • 2.6 Collate planning information and prepare a permaculture works plan
3. Implement the permaculture works
  • 3.1 Implement safety plan for permaculture work site
  • 3.2 Oversee supply and delivery of materials and equipment
  • 3.3 Assemble human resources and allocate team leaders
  • 3.4 Conduct briefing sessions for safety and works activities according to safety and works plans
  • 3.5 Supervise progress of works and implement contingencies for discrepancies
4. Monitor and finalise permaculture works
  • 4.1 Monitor environmental impact and implement controls according to environmental management plan
  • 4.2 Monitor resource usage and costs according to budget and planned works
  • 4.3 Inspect site on completion and confirm works outcomes against permaculture works plan
  • 4.4 Confirm and sign off completed works with client and other stakeholders
  • 4.5 Report completion of permaculture works according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM74 AHCPER404 Plan and implement permaculture works Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHN1 AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design Qualification
BJA2 AHC42122 Certificate IV in Permaculture Qualification