Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for planting operations
- Prepare for planting
- Assess plant site for suitability and prepare in line with work order.
- Select work methods, quantities and patterns to suit tree type and plant site.
- Select quantity from tree stock in line with production target and stock quality.
- Distribute required stock quantities across the site ready for planting
- Identify and resolve site or equipment hazards in line with organisational safety procedures.
- Plant tree stock
- Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures.
- Plant tree stock by hand with minimal handling, adapting work methods or patterns as required.
- Identify and dispose of unsuitable tree stock in line with environmental protection practices.
- Maintain and store equipment and remaining tree stock in line with organisational procedures.