Assessor Resource

FPIFGM2209B
Cut, sort and set cuttings

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


The unit involves cutting, sorting and setting cuttings in a variety of work settings, including:

farms

agriculture

workshop

domestic

nurseries

local councils

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

This unit describes the outcomes required to cut, sort and set cuttings. The unit includes preparing cuttings and the growing environment

General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publication

This unit replaces FPIFGM2209A Cut, sort and set cuttings

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

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills



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.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently prepare cuttings and growth site, and sort and set correct cuttings by following specific guidelines, criteria and procedures

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, and satisfy, all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

follow applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to cutting, sorting and setting cuttings

follow organisational policies and procedures relevant to cutting, sorting and setting cuttings

using appropriate tools and equipment and maintaining a hygienic work environment

efficiently and hygienically selecting, sorting and storing cuttings

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to follow relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to review and identify work requirements; use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment; prepare and maintain a clean and hygienic work environment; apply correct preparation methods; recognise common diseases, pests and nutritional deficiencies

Communication skills sufficient to use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others, including landholders, and internal and external bodies and groups

Literacy skills sufficient to read and interpret information from tables and charts; locate, record and report information

Numeracy skills sufficient to measure, estimate and calculate time required to complete a task; calculate space required for successful propagation

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and equipment faults; demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for cutting, sorting and setting cuttings

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material and the safe use and storage of chemicals

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for cutting, sorting and setting cuttings

Environmental risks and hazards

Types and species of cuttings

Media mixing, conditioning and storage procedures

Growing environments and weed retardants that are suitable to plant and cutting species

Pre-planting treatments, water and nutrients that are suitable to plant and cutting species

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies, and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

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.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices, including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Environmental requirements may include:

legislation

organisational policies and procedures

workplace practices

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use, maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste minimisation and disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Environmental protection measures may include:

ground growth

canopy

general forest lean

wind speed and direction

fallen trees

density of trees

ground slope

soil and water protection

ground hazards and obstacles

contingencies for modifying operations during wet or other adverse weather conditions

hygiene of the area

relevant commonwealth, state or territory, and local legislation and regulations

Work order may include:

plant species

required safety clothing and equipment

quality standard

stock

required height

species characteristics and requirements

nutrients

watering quantities and method

growing environment

weed retardants

cutting selection methodology

written instructions

diagrams

instructions for the environmental monitoring of work and procedures

environmental care requirements relevant to the work

Appropriate personnel may include:

supervisors

clients

colleagues

line management

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice

Conditioning and storage

are in line with required species to allow for maximum viability

Disposing of may include:

recycling discarded cutting material

re-using discarded cutting material

Growing environment may include:

heat

light

humidity

wind

sun

moisture

topography

rainfall

Weed retardants may include:

weed-mat

slatted benches

chemical solutions

Equipment may include:

motorised or electrically-powered automated systems

manually-operated equipment and tools

Remedial action may include:

removal of infected material

treatment of growing site with chemicals

Records and reports may include:

tally sheets

quality sheets and forms

production sheets and downtime sheets

relate to:

production details

maintenance details

breakdowns or equipment faults

computer problems

interruptions to production

and may be:

manual

a computer-based system

other appropriate organisational communication system

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
Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to cutting, sorting and setting cuttings are identified and followed 
Site environmental protection measures are identified and adhered to in line with relevant legislation and regulations 
Work order is reviewed and checked as required with appropriate personnel 
Parent plant is prepared and suitable method applied to take cutting appropriate to the species 
Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements 
Work area is cleared and cleaned to eliminate contamination in line with hygiene practices, and organisational and environmental requirements 
Cuttings are visually assessed and selected for propagation in line with work order requirements 
Correct conditioning and storage procedures appropriate to species requirements are identified and followed to maintain maximum viability of cuttings 
Discarded cutting material is disposed of in line with workplace waste disposal guidelines, and organisational and environmental requirements 
Growing environment and weed retardants are prepared and applied in line with work order, and organisational and environmental requirements 
Equipment appropriate to work requirements is selected and checked for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations 
Remedial action is taken as required to control pests and diseases in line with specified planting program and environmental requirements 
Outcomes from cutting, sorting and setting cuttings are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FPIFGM2209B - Cut, sort and set cuttings
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FPIFGM2209B - Cut, sort and set cuttings

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