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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscaping work
   • Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor's instructions
   • Check all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items
   • Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading material to minimise damage to the materials and the vehicle
   • Select and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
   • Identify and report any workplace health and safety hazards to supervisor
2. Undertake landscape work as directed
   • Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary
   • Communicate with other staff and clients in a positive and professional manner
   • Handle and dispose of materials as directed
   • Tell supervisor if there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines
3. Handle materials and equipment
   • Store waste material and debris produced during landscape work in a designated area
   • Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery
   • Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities
4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work
   • Return materials to store or dispose of as directed
   • Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
   • Restore site according to supervisor’s instructions
   • Tell supervisor of work outcomes

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:

prepare materials, tools and equipment

undertake landscape work as directed

handle materials and equipment

follow safe work practices and safety directions

clean up on completion of landscape work

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practices of assisting with landscape construction work

basic construction techniques

how to repair and maintain landscape features

landscaping tools and equipment

maintenance practices for planted areas

safe work practices

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