Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for planting operations
- Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to planting trees mechanically are identified and followed
- Planting requirements and factors are identified from work order and applied in line with site and quality control requirements
- Pre-startup checks are completed on equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations
- Suitable personal protective equipment and clothing are selected and used
- Potential and existing risks, hazards and site conditions are identified and assessed in line with OHS and environmental requirements
- Planting stock is stored and prepared for planting in line with operational requirements
- Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements
- Plant forest trees
- Tree stock is selected and plant site prepared in line with job and quality requirements
- Tree stock is planted in line with production target, quality, safety and specific job requirements
- Work methods and patterns are selected to suit particular operation and make efficient use of equipment and available time and resources
- Problems are identified and resolved in line with site procedures and environmental requirements
- Equipment is maintained and stored in line with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures