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Observe permaculture principles and work practices

Observe permaculture principles and work practices

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER106
State Code
OFB81
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow workplace directions and instructions while observing permaculture principles and practices being carried out on community, home or school gardens and farms.The unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise 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 to work in a permaculture environment
  • 1.1 Meet with supervisor, observe conditions and receive work tasks
  • 1.2 Identify required materials, tools and equipment
  • 1.3 Check materials, tools and equipment and inform supervisor of deficiencies or faults
  • 1.4 Load and unload materials according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 1.5 Identify hazards and inform and clarify controls with supervisor
  • 1.6 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to workplace procedures
2. Identify and apply permaculture work practices
  • 2.1 Identify environmentally sustainable work practices, and seek clarification from supervisor when unsure
  • 2.2 Adopt work practices that maximise productivity and time efficiency and minimise waste and resource use
  • 2.3 Follow instructions and directions and ask for clarification when unsure
3. Contribute to improved permaculture practices
  • 3.1 Improve personal permaculture practices through accessing and applying current information on permaculture
  • 3.2 Apply permaculture practices supporting the environment and community issues following discussions with supervisor and colleagues
  • 3.3 Contribute to review of practices in a permaculture environment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO09 AHCPER101 Observe permaculture principles and work practices Unit of competency