Unit of competency Outline
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Carry out irrigation site preparation tasks
Carry out irrigation site preparation tasks
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG207A
AHCIRG207A
State Code
WE006
WE006
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/04/2013
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
11/04/2013
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This Unit covers the process of carrying out site preparation tasks under routine supervision and defines the standard required to: assemble work materials and unload safely; identify hazards and follow OHS procedures; assist in marking out site boundaries and clearing the site; and assist in checking layout and levels against the site plan.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work on an installation site
- 1.1 The required materials,tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions
- 1.2 Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle
- 1.3 Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use
- 1.4OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor
2 Clear and clean a site for work
- 2.1 Assistance is provided in marking out the boundaries of the site
- 2.2 Existing infrastructure is identified and removed or reported on
- 2.3 Vegetation is cleared from the site in accordance with the irrigation plan and procedures
- 2.4 Assistance is provided with site preparation tasks
3 Apply work procedures to prepare the site
- 3.1 Soil characteristics and environmental hazards are noted to apply sustainable work practices
- 3.2 Features on the site are aligned to symbols and terminology on the site plan
- 3.3 Assistance is provided to check layout of services and checking of depths and levels
- 3.4 Marking out of the site is carried out as directed
The range statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Tools and equipment may include:
levelling equipment, wheelbarrow, string lines, tape measures, marking gauges, spades, shovels, crow bars, rakes, brooms, sanding blocks and hacksaws.
Personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) may include:
steel capped boots/shoes, overalls, gloves, sun hat, sunscreen lotion, safety goggles, face mask and hearing protection, and any protection required for the use of equipment.
OHS hazards should be identified through site risk assessment and organisational procedures and may include:
solar radiation, dust, noise, air- and soil-borne micro-organisms, chemicals and hazardous substances, sharp hand tools and equipment, manual handling, holes, and slippery and uneven surfaces.
Site preparation tasks may include:
assisting with taking levels and marking out boundaries or key features from a site plan.
Tools and equipment may include:
levelling equipment, wheelbarrow, string lines, tape measures, marking gauges, spades, shovels, crow bars, rakes, brooms, sanding blocks and hacksaws.
Personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) may include:
steel capped boots/shoes, overalls, gloves, sun hat, sunscreen lotion, safety goggles, face mask and hearing protection, and any protection required for the use of equipment.
OHS hazards should be identified through site risk assessment and organisational procedures and may include:
solar radiation, dust, noise, air- and soil-borne micro-organisms, chemicals and hazardous substances, sharp hand tools and equipment, manual handling, holes, and slippery and uneven surfaces.
Site preparation tasks may include:
assisting with taking levels and marking out boundaries or key features from a site plan.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assemble work materials and unload safely
identify hazards and follow OHS procedures
assist in marking out site boundaries and clearing the site
assist in checking layout and levels against the site plan.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assemble work materials and unload safely
identify hazards and follow OHS procedures
assist in marking out site boundaries and clearing the site
assist in checking layout and levels against the site plan.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J155 | AHC21112 | Certificate II in Irrigation | Qualification |
| D453 | AHC20310 | Certificate II in Production Horticulture | Qualification |