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.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Prepare for brushcutting | 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Select personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 1.3 Identify and assess environmental conditions and site hazards in line with organisational procedures. 1.4 Select appropriate cutting methods for identified types of vegetation and to optimise time and safety. |
2. Operate brushcutter | 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 2.2 Use hand signals with other operators to maintain effective and safe operations. 2.3 Adjust brushcutter safety harness and handles to correct ergonomic position. 2.4 Monitor brushcutter for operational effectiveness and refuel as required. 2.5 Operate brushcutter appropriate to site conditions and at a safe distance from other people present. 2.6 Dispose of cut vegetation in line with environmental protection practices. |
3. Complete operator maintenance | 3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 3.2 Check brushcutter blades for bluntness or damage. 3.3 Remove and replace brushcutter blades and other operator-replaceable components in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 3.4 Dispose of used blades in line with environmental protection practices. 3.5 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:
assess, plan and safely complete brushcutting jobs in line with work order prescribing areas and types of vegetation to be cut
on completion of each of the above jobs:
dispose of cut vegetation in line with environmental protection practices
complete operator maintenance operator maintenance tasks including oil, fuel, safety checks, cleaning, lubricating, adjustments
compete basic records for equipment faults and maintenance requirements.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
typical workplace hazards associated with operating brushcutters and methods of minimising risks:
ground growth
ground slope
ground hazards
noise
weather
kickback
flying objects
safe working distances from other people present
purpose, features and safe operation of brushcutters
the correct ergonomic position in which to conduct brushcutter operations, including using a safety harness and handle adjustments
methods for assessing blade condition, removing and replacing
operator maintenance tasks including oil, fuel, safety checks, cleaning, lubricating, adjustments
different types of vegetation and the appropriate brushcutting methods
environmental protection practices for disposing of cut vegetation:
recycling vegetation where appropriate
sending vegetation to landfill only where it cannot be recycled
redirecting vegetation for energy recovery.
organisational procedures specific to brushcutting operations:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting equipment faults and maintenance requirements.
The following resources must be made available:
brushcutters
maintenance tools and equipment for removing and replacing blades
consumable fuel, brushcutter blades and other components
personal protective equipment suitable for operating brushcutters
manufacturers’ instructions for use and maintenance of equipment
work order with specific instructions for brushcutting operations
template documents for recording equipment faults and maintenance requirements
relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information
organisational procedures for operating brushcutters.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.