Assessor Resource

AHCNSY101
Support nursery work

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide support for nursery work.

This unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

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 materials, tools and equipment for nursery work

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

1.2 Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items

1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) selected as directed by supervisor and ensure correct fit

1.5 Tell supervisor if any risks are identified

2. Undertake nursery work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary

2.2 Communicate with other staff and clients in a professional manner

2.3 Handle and dispose of materials

2.4 Tell supervisor of there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines

3. Store and stockpile materials

3.1 Store plant debris and waste material produced during nursery activities as instructed

3.2 Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials in an appropriate and safe manner as instructed

3.3 Stockpile surplus materials for removal as instructed

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing nursery work

4. Clean up on completion of nursery work

4.1 Store plants and materials as instructed

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment

4.3 Tell supervisor of work outcomes

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:

prepare materials, tools and equipment for nursery work

undertake nursery work as directed

store and stockpile materials

clean up on completion of work

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practices of nursery work

basic stock control procedures

nursery hygiene and quality control

nursery plant maintenance activities

propagation techniques

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

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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 materials, tools and equipment for nursery work

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

1.2 Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items

1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials

1.4 Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) selected as directed by supervisor and ensure correct fit

1.5 Tell supervisor if any risks are identified

2. Undertake nursery work as directed

2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary

2.2 Communicate with other staff and clients in a professional manner

2.3 Handle and dispose of materials

2.4 Tell supervisor of there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines

3. Store and stockpile materials

3.1 Store plant debris and waste material produced during nursery activities as instructed

3.2 Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials in an appropriate and safe manner as instructed

3.3 Stockpile surplus materials for removal as instructed

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing nursery work

4. Clean up on completion of nursery work

4.1 Store plants and materials as instructed

4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment

4.3 Tell supervisor of work outcomes

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:

prepare materials, tools and equipment for nursery work

undertake nursery work as directed

store and stockpile materials

clean up on completion of work

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practices of nursery work

basic stock control procedures

nursery hygiene and quality control

nursery plant maintenance activities

propagation techniques

safe work practices

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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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 required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor's instructions 
Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items 
Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials 
Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) selected as directed by supervisor and ensure correct fit 
Tell supervisor if any risks are identified 
Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary 
Communicate with other staff and clients in a professional manner 
Handle and dispose of materials 
Tell supervisor of there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines 
Store plant debris and waste material produced during nursery activities as instructed 
Prepare and process plant debris and waste materials in an appropriate and safe manner as instructed 
Stockpile surplus materials for removal as instructed 
Maintain a clean and safe work site while completing nursery work 
Store plants and materials as instructed 
Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment 
Tell supervisor of work outcomes 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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