Unit of competency Outline

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Support turf work

Support turf work

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF102
State Code
OBJ49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
28/01/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with turf maintenance and growing activities to industry standards and deadlines for the green keeping and turf production industry.The unit applies to individuals who maintain turf under direct supervision 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 materials, tools and equipment for turf work
  • 1.1 Confirm work activity and identify resources required with supervisor
  • 1.2 Check availability and serviceability of materials, tools and equipment, and report problems and faults to supervisor
  • 1.3 Identify workplace health and safety hazards, and report to supervisor
  • 1.4 Load and unload materials according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 1.5 Select, check and use personal protective equipment according to work health and safety requirements
2. Undertake turf work as directed
  • 2.1 Follow supervisor instructions and directions and seek clarification when unclear of activity
  • 2.2 Interact with team members and turf users in a professional manner
  • 2.3 Use tools and equipment safely according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.4 Handle and dispose of materials according to workplace policies, procedures and practices
  • 2.5 Report problems or difficulties for complying with standards or work timelines
3. Handle materials and equipment
  • 3.1 Store plant debris and waste material produced during turf work
  • 3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing turf activities
4. Clean up on completion of turf work
  • 4.1 Store or dispose of materials according to supervisor instructions
  • 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
  • 4.3 Report work outcomes to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP33 AHCTRF101 Support turf work Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDB5 AHC10216 Certificate I in AgriFood Operations Qualification
BJB8 AHC10322 Certificate I in Horticulture Qualification
BDE1 AHC10316 Certificate I in Horticulture Qualification