Unit of competency Outline

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Renovate sports turf

Renovate sports turf

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF311
State Code
OBJ39
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
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement renovation or remediation of a sports turf area for minor projects and seasonal renovations in the turf industry.The unit applies to individuals who renovate sports turf under general direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to renovate turf
  • 1.1 Assess the turf renovation site and determine extent of works according to renovation program
  • 1.2 Identify turf grass species, materials and resources and calculate quantities required for renovation program
  • 1.3 Collect soil samples and conduct or arrange tests to establish physical and chemical condition of the soil according to industry standards
  • 1.4 Identify, select and check hand tools, equipment and materials required for renovation work
  • 1.5 Identify workplace health, safety and environmental hazards, assess their risks and implement controls
  • 1.6 Prepare a schedule of works according to site assessment and soil conditions
2. Prepare renovation equipment
  • 2.1 Select, check, use and maintain safety and personal protective equipment
  • 2.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery and rectify, report or tag faults
  • 2.3 Calibrate and adjust tools, equipment and machinery for turf renovation
3. Implement sports turf renovation
  • 3.1 Operate turf renovation tools, equipment and machinery safely and effectively to renovate turf surface
  • 3.2 Assess and review renovation activities against scheduled works and undertake remedial action where out-of-specification
  • 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work
4. Complete renovation activities
  • 4.1 Collect and dispose of waste material according to workplace and environmental procedures
  • 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and machinery
  • 4.3 Record and report work outcomes according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM21 AHCTRF305 Renovate sports turf Unit of competency