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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for fencing work
   • Confirm work instructions with supervisor
   • Identify hazards and report to supervisor
   • Select tools and equipment appropriate to meet job requirements
   • Carry out routine pre-operational checks of tools
   • Identify faulty or unsafe tools and segregate for repair or replacement
   • Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment
   • Arrange transport of fencing materials, tools and equipment to worksite
2. Undertake fence installation
   • Install and secure posts and stays
   • String and tension wire
   • Attach wire netting or other fencing materials
   • Position and attach gates and check for their correct operation
3. Maintain and repair fencing
   • Identify faults or structural damage and carry out necessary repairs
   • Dismantle fences and recover re-useable materials
   • Identify and report further maintenance or repair works
   • Pack for reuse, or dispose of, used fencing material
4. Complete fencing work
   • Clear and tidy work area and dispose of all non re-useable materials in an environmentally responsible manner
   • Clean and store tools, personal protective equipment and re-useable materials
   • Complete workplace records

Range Statement

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Performance Evidence

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:

identify hazards and following safe work practices

select the appropriate materials and tools

assess the fencing site for environmental impacts of the fence

install fence posts and stays erect fences, tension fencing wire and netting, install gates and components

undertake repairs

record work activities

clean up the fencing site and remove and dispose of, or recycle, waste

use hand tools and powered fencing machinery in a safe, efficient and controlled manner

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

designs and purpose of a range of conventional fencing

wire types, knots, tensions applications and limitations

common hazards involved in fencing installation, maintenance and repair

uses and types of fencing tools and equipment

fencing materials manufacturers specifications and guidelines

relevant work health and safety and environmental legislation, codes of practice and enterprise procedures

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