Unit of competency Outline

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Support gardening work

Support gardening work

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPGD101
State Code
BAM69
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
14/09/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide support for gardening work.This 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 occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for gardening work
  • 1.1 Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor's instructions
  • 1.2 Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items
  • 1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle
  • 1.4 Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) selected as directed by supervisor and ensure correct fit
  • 1.5 Tell supervisor if any risks are identified
2. Undertake gardening work as directed
  • 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary
  • 2.2 Communicate with other staff and clients in a professional manner
  • 2.3 Handle and dispose of materials
  • 2.4 Tell supervisor of there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines
  • 2.5 Undertake gardening work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner
3. Handle materials and equipment
  • 3.1 Store waste material and debris produced during gardening work in a designated area
  • 3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery
  • 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities
4. Clean up on completion of gardening work
  • 4.1 Return materials to store or disposed of as required
  • 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
  • 4.3 Restore site
  • 4.4 Tell supervisor of work outcomes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7102 AHCPGD101A Support gardening work Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODU92 AHCPGD102 Support gardening work Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDB5 AHC10216 Certificate I in AgriFood Operations Qualification
BGO83 22523VIC Certificate I in Employment Pathways Accredited course
BDE1 AHC10316 Certificate I in Horticulture Qualification