What evidence is required to demonstrate competence for this standard as a whole

Competence in this standard requires evidence of the ability to develop conventional fencing plans and implement its construction It requires the ability to access and interpret plans arrange surveys and analyse results calculate cost structures obtain legal authorisations for development and provide alternative options Evidence must also be demonstrated in an awareness of legislative requirements associated with planning and construction activities The skills and knowledge required to plan and construct conventional fencing must be transferable to another rural environment

For example this could include different fencing situations materials terrain and environments

What specific knowledge is needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this standard in the workplace to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events The knowledge requirements for this competency standard are listed below

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

OHS legislative requirements and Codes of Practice

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

Hazard identification assessment and control

What specific skills are needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria appropriate literacy and numeracy levels as well as some complementary skills are required These include the ability to

Draft fencing plans and specifications

Cost fencing plans

Arrange and purchase supplies

Demonstrate safe workplace practices

Minimise environmental impacts

Read and interpret plans

Consult with and report to management

Calculate and measure fencing requirements and calculate costings

What processes should be applied to this competency standard

There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions Some of these are covered by the key competencies although others may be added The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency standard Following each question a number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where not required perform the process perform and administer the process and perform administer and design the process

How can communication of ideas and information be applied

Information with regard to fencing requirements and planning may be sourced from management and the property network

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Information with regard to the type of fencing siting details and resource requirements may be prepared and included in a plan

How are activities planned and organised

Activities involving the purchasing of materials and arranging their transportation to worksite may be planned and arranged prior to work schedule

How can team work be applied

In the application of methods and procedures to construct fencing according to plan within timeframes and health and safety meetings

How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied

Basic mathematical techniques may be applied in quantity surveying costing alternatives and measuring and drafting

How can problemsolving skills be applied

Problems of topography stock pressures location of gates may be solved by revising and making changes to the fencing plan

How can the use of technology be applied

Technology may be used to communicate process information and assist in construction processes

Are there other competency standards that could be assessed with this one

This competency standard could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function

There is essential information about assessing this competency standard for consistent performance and where and how it may be assessed in the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package All users of these competency standards must have access to both the Assessment Guidelines and the relevant Sector Booklet

What may be identified in fencing requirements?

What equipment and materials may be required for the construction of fences?

What information may be included for consideration in a fencing plan?

What information may be included in a work plan?

What may be involved in the efficient transport of tools and equipment?

What enterprise requirements may be applicable to this standard?

What hazards may be relevant to this standard?

What OHS requirements may be applicable to this standard?

What personal protective equipment may be relevant to this standard?

What may be involved in the construction of a fence?

When might gates be determined as operating correctly?

What may be involved in clearing and tidying a work site?