Assessor Resource

AHCIRG101
Support irrigation work

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to provide support to others undertaking irrigation works in public, commercial and domestic situations

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

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work

1.1 Identify the required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions

1.2 Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor

1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)

1.5 Provide irrigation support according to work health and safety requirements and workplace information

1.6 Identify and report workplace hazards to the supervisor

2. Undertake irrigation work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary

2.2 Undertake irrigation work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner

2.3 Carry out interactions with other staff and customers in a positive manner

2.4 Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials

2.5 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor

3. Handle materials and equipment

3.1 Store waste material and debris produced during irrigation work in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions

3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines

3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities

4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work

4.1 Return materials to store or dispose of according to supervisor's instructions

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions

4.3 Make good the site according to supervisor's instructions

4.4 Report work outcomes to the supervisor

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:

apply safe work practices

clean up on completion of work

prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work

undertake irrigation work as directed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices for supporting irrigation work

safe work practices

preparing for irrigation work and cleaning up on project completion

basic construction techniques

irrigation tools and equipment

repair and maintenance of irrigation fittings

work health and safety and safe work practices

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

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work

1.1 Identify the required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions

1.2 Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor

1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)

1.5 Provide irrigation support according to work health and safety requirements and workplace information

1.6 Identify and report workplace hazards to the supervisor

2. Undertake irrigation work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary

2.2 Undertake irrigation work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner

2.3 Carry out interactions with other staff and customers in a positive manner

2.4 Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials

2.5 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor

3. Handle materials and equipment

3.1 Store waste material and debris produced during irrigation work in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions

3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines

3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities

4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work

4.1 Return materials to store or dispose of according to supervisor's instructions

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions

4.3 Make good the site according to supervisor's instructions

4.4 Report work outcomes to the supervisor

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:

apply safe work practices

clean up on completion of work

prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work

undertake irrigation work as directed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices for supporting irrigation work

safe work practices

preparing for irrigation work and cleaning up on project completion

basic construction techniques

irrigation tools and equipment

repair and maintenance of irrigation fittings

work health and safety and safe work practices

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
Identify the required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions 
Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor 
Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials 
Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) 
Provide landscaping support according to work health and safety requirements and workplace information 
Identify and report workplace hazards to the supervisor 
Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary 
Undertake irrigation work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner 
Carry out interactions with other staff and customers in a positive manner 
Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials 
Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor 
Store waste material and debris produced during irrigation work in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions 
Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines 
Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities 
Return materials to store or dispose of according to supervisor's instructions 
Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions 
Make good the site according to supervisor's instructions 
Report work outcomes to the supervisor 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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