Assessor Resource

AHCINF201
Carry out basic electric fencing operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to install and maintain electric fences.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety legislation and codes, manufacturer’s specifications and sustainability practices.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for fencing operations

1.1 Confirm work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Identify hazards and report to supervisor

1.3 Select tools and equipment appropriate to meet job requirements

1.4 Carry out routine pre-operational checks of tools

1.5 Identify faulty or unsafe tools and segregate for repair or replacement

1.6 Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment

2. Carry out fencing operations

2.1 Dismantle old fencing and recover re-useable materials

2.2 Identify and carry out repair requirements

2.3 Calculate fencing wire requirements

2.4 Erect electric fences to contour

2.5 Install electric fence components

3. Complete fencing operation

3.1 Fill post holes to remove potential hazards and minimise environmental impact

3.2 Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all non-reusable materials in an environmentally responsible manner

3.3 Transport and store tools and re-usable materials

3.4 Report on further work or repair requirements

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify hazards and report to supervisor

read and interpret work plans

calculate and measure fencing wire requirements

erect electric fencing and install electric fencing components

minimise environmental impact

complete work efficiently within timeframes

communicate with work team and supervisor

dismantle old fencing as required

clean up after fencing

dismantle and transport portable electric fences

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

uses and structures of a range of electric fence types

uses and types of standard fencing tools and materials

common electric fencing hazards and safety precautions

the difference between portable and mains power

relevant legislative requirements associated with electric fencing

enterprise work health and safety policies

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for fencing operations

1.1 Confirm work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Identify hazards and report to supervisor

1.3 Select tools and equipment appropriate to meet job requirements

1.4 Carry out routine pre-operational checks of tools

1.5 Identify faulty or unsafe tools and segregate for repair or replacement

1.6 Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment

2. Carry out fencing operations

2.1 Dismantle old fencing and recover re-useable materials

2.2 Identify and carry out repair requirements

2.3 Calculate fencing wire requirements

2.4 Erect electric fences to contour

2.5 Install electric fence components

3. Complete fencing operation

3.1 Fill post holes to remove potential hazards and minimise environmental impact

3.2 Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all non-reusable materials in an environmentally responsible manner

3.3 Transport and store tools and re-usable materials

3.4 Report on further work or repair requirements

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify hazards and report to supervisor

read and interpret work plans

calculate and measure fencing wire requirements

erect electric fencing and install electric fencing components

minimise environmental impact

complete work efficiently within timeframes

communicate with work team and supervisor

dismantle old fencing as required

clean up after fencing

dismantle and transport portable electric fences

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

uses and structures of a range of electric fence types

uses and types of standard fencing tools and materials

common electric fencing hazards and safety precautions

the difference between portable and mains power

relevant legislative requirements associated with electric fencing

enterprise work health and safety policies

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm work instructions with supervisor 
Identify hazards and report to supervisor 
Select tools and equipment appropriate to meet job requirements 
Carry out routine pre-operational checks of tools 
Identify faulty or unsafe tools and segregate for repair or replacement 
Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment 
Dismantle old fencing and recover re-useable materials 
Identify and carry out repair requirements 
Calculate fencing wire requirements 
Erect electric fences to contour 
Install electric fence components 
Fill post holes to remove potential hazards and minimise environmental impact 
Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all non-reusable materials in an environmentally responsible manner 
Transport and store tools and re-usable materials 
Report on further work or repair requirements 

Forms

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