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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine fencing requirements
   • Determine fencing requirements
   • Prepare fencing plan giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses
2. Prepare for construction
   • Check proposed fencing against property maps and work plan
   • Identify services, structures and features which may impact on the fencing work and incorporate into the fencing plan
   • Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site
   • Confirm and arrange labour requirements if required
   • Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement risk controls
3. Construct conventional fence
   • Select, use, maintain and store suitable personal protective equipment
   • Mark out and check fence lines against work plan and property maps
   • Construct fence according to work plan and fence design
   • Attach and position gates for correct operation and function
4. Complete fencing operations
   • Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all waste in an environmentally responsible manner
   • Transport tools and fencing equipment from the work site and store according to workplace procedures
   • Report tools and equipment faults or malfunctions
   • Record and maintain relevant information

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 range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

site the fence line according to property or land management plan

estimate, cost and source fencing materials and arrange delivery

identify hazards and implement safe work practices

carry out fencing operations safely and efficiently

construct a fence that meets specifications in plan or contract and is within tolerances for materials

construct gate assemblies and swing gates

string and strain wires to manufacturer’s recommended tension

use and maintain fencing machinery and equipment

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

issues affecting property fence planning and construction

procedures for planning fencing in relation to the whole property plan

range of fencing designs, construction methods and materials

types of fencing construction tools and equipment

fencing materials and costings

common fencing hazards and safety precautions

work health and safety legislative requirements and Codes of Practice

relevant Codes of Practice with regard to the protection of the environment

hazard identification, assessment and control

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