Assessor Resource

AHCPGD402
Plan a plant establishment program

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a plant establishment program and a relevant site plan and specifications.

It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex 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. Carry out preliminary planning activities for the plant establishment program

1.1 Consult with client and clarify preferences and requirements for the plant establishment program

1.2 Research plant species and cultivars; and local by-laws and restrictions that may affect the plant establishment program

1.3 Identify environmental implications of the planned program and, if necessary, report to relevant personnel for further research

1.4 Develop a concept plan that reflects client preferences and requirements and takes into account site factors and any identified environmental requirements

1.5 Present the concept plan to the client for discussion and approval

2. Determine requirements of the plant establishment program

2.1 Identify plant species and cultivars appropriate to the site and consistent with the agreed concept plan

2.2 Calculate and cost the required quantity and confirm availability with suppliers

2.3 Select plant establishment procedures that suit the characteristics of available plant materials, the resources and equipment available and environmental factors that would affect the success of the plant establishment program

2.4 Identify post-planting care requirements

2.5 Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for planting and post-planting care and confirm availability confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel

2.6 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and develop controls, estimate costs and documented in the plan

2.7 Outline staged implementation and development, where appropriate, and provide access for future works provided

2.8 Determine timelines for preparations, planting and post-planting care, taking into account the needs of the plant species and cultivars, site conditions, and any other planning requirements

3. Prepare and document the plant establishment program and specification

3.1 Produce a scaled site plan which can be readily interpreted and understood by on-site personnel

3.2 Develop and document detailed on-site procedures and schedules required for the planting of the site and post-planting care of plants

3.3 Prepare detailed plan, specifications and quotation based on the requirements of the program, and present to the client for acceptance

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

plan a plant establishment program

consult with clients

document plans, specifications and work procedures

comply with legislative requirements

write plans reports that staff, clients and contractors can understand

calculate the cost and spatial and logistical requirements of components of the plant establishment program

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

identification, propagation and establishment techniques of specific plant species and cultivars

the advantages and disadvantages of a range of plant establishment procedures

maintenance requirements and practices for specific plant species and cultivars, prior to and after initial establishment

processes and techniques for preparing, costing and documenting plans for and scheduling plant establishment activities

processes and techniques for scheduling plant establishment activities

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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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. Carry out preliminary planning activities for the plant establishment program

1.1 Consult with client and clarify preferences and requirements for the plant establishment program

1.2 Research plant species and cultivars; and local by-laws and restrictions that may affect the plant establishment program

1.3 Identify environmental implications of the planned program and, if necessary, report to relevant personnel for further research

1.4 Develop a concept plan that reflects client preferences and requirements and takes into account site factors and any identified environmental requirements

1.5 Present the concept plan to the client for discussion and approval

2. Determine requirements of the plant establishment program

2.1 Identify plant species and cultivars appropriate to the site and consistent with the agreed concept plan

2.2 Calculate and cost the required quantity and confirm availability with suppliers

2.3 Select plant establishment procedures that suit the characteristics of available plant materials, the resources and equipment available and environmental factors that would affect the success of the plant establishment program

2.4 Identify post-planting care requirements

2.5 Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for planting and post-planting care and confirm availability confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel

2.6 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and develop controls, estimate costs and documented in the plan

2.7 Outline staged implementation and development, where appropriate, and provide access for future works provided

2.8 Determine timelines for preparations, planting and post-planting care, taking into account the needs of the plant species and cultivars, site conditions, and any other planning requirements

3. Prepare and document the plant establishment program and specification

3.1 Produce a scaled site plan which can be readily interpreted and understood by on-site personnel

3.2 Develop and document detailed on-site procedures and schedules required for the planting of the site and post-planting care of plants

3.3 Prepare detailed plan, specifications and quotation based on the requirements of the program, and present to the client for acceptance

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

plan a plant establishment program

consult with clients

document plans, specifications and work procedures

comply with legislative requirements

write plans reports that staff, clients and contractors can understand

calculate the cost and spatial and logistical requirements of components of the plant establishment program

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

identification, propagation and establishment techniques of specific plant species and cultivars

the advantages and disadvantages of a range of plant establishment procedures

maintenance requirements and practices for specific plant species and cultivars, prior to and after initial establishment

processes and techniques for preparing, costing and documenting plans for and scheduling plant establishment activities

processes and techniques for scheduling plant establishment activities

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
Consult with client and clarify preferences and requirements for the plant establishment program 
Research plant species and cultivars; and local by-laws and restrictions that may affect the plant establishment program 
Identify environmental implications of the planned program and, if necessary, report to relevant personnel for further research 
Develop a concept plan that reflects client preferences and requirements and takes into account site factors and any identified environmental requirements 
Present the concept plan to the client for discussion and approval 
Identify plant species and cultivars appropriate to the site and consistent with the agreed concept plan 
Calculate and cost the required quantity and confirm availability with suppliers 
Select plant establishment procedures that suit the characteristics of available plant materials, the resources and equipment available and environmental factors that would affect the success of the plant establishment program 
Identify post-planting care requirements 
Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for planting and post-planting care and confirm availability confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel 
Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and develop controls, estimate costs and documented in the plan 
Outline staged implementation and development, where appropriate, and provide access for future works provided 
Determine timelines for preparations, planting and post-planting care, taking into account the needs of the plant species and cultivars, site conditions, and any other planning requirements 
Produce a scaled site plan which can be readily interpreted and understood by on-site personnel 
Develop and document detailed on-site procedures and schedules required for the planting of the site and post-planting care of plants 
Prepare detailed plan, specifications and quotation based on the requirements of the program, and present to the client for acceptance 

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