Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare plans for plant displays
- Display site is inspected for aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and controls implemented.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained according to procedures.
- Location and projected life of display are identified on the display plan.
- Plant types suitable for aesthetic effects, environmental and physical attributes are identified on the display plan.
- Actions, timelines and work organisation are identified on the display plan in consultation with the supervisor or manager.
- Availability of plants, materials and services for preparing the display are confirmed.
- Materials, tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to the display plan and enterprise work procedures.
- Select plants
- Place plants
- Maintain plants
- Health of the plants is monitored to ensure retain optimum appearance.
- Plants are fertilised and watered to maintain optimum health and appearance.
- Plants are replaced when no longer at optimum health and appearance.
- Rubbish, litter and decaying material are removed from plants, pots and surrounds to maintain optimum appearance of display.