Range of VariablesThe Range of Variables explains the contexts within which the performance and knowledge requirements of this standard may be assessed. The scope of variables chosen in training and assessment requirements may depend on the work situations available |
What are plant displays in the context of this standard? | Plant displays include displays for functions, annual bedding displays, herbaceous perennial displays, and indoor presentations. |
What aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes should be taken into account? | Aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes may include light, air, humidity, desired effect, nature of event or exhibition, time-span of display, size of display, barriers preventing display in particular locations, access restrictions. |
What OHS hazards may be associated with the preparation of plant displays? | Hazards may include interference with services, manual handling, moving machinery and machinery parts, and solar radiation. |
What does a display plan include? | A display plan may include action required, display location, plants required, materials, who is responsible, deadlines, assistance required, maintenance requirements, and access availability. |
What determines the plant types selected for display? | Choice of plants may be influenced by factors including colour of foliage or flowers, shape and growth of foliage, texture, size, longevity, portability hardiness in particular environmental conditions. |
What tools, equipment and machinery may be required? | Tools, equipment and machinery may include hand tools such as rakes, shovels, spades, wheelbarrows, hoses, forklifts, backhoes, and trolley. |
What safety equipment may be required? | Safety equipment may include signage and barriers. |
What enterprise specifications for quality may apply to this standard? | Enterprise specifications for quality may include the shape of plant, vigour, colour, height, and the absence of pests and diseases. |
What accessories and materials may be used for the preparation of plant displays? | Accessories and materials may include sculptures, rocks, water, surface and edge treatments, garden furniture, nursery products, signage, stands, boxes, fabrics and other decorative materials. |
What OHS requirements are relevant to this standard? | OHS requirements may include cleaning, maintaining and storing tools, equipment and machinery; appropriate use of personal protective equipment including sun protection, drinking to avoid dehydration, safe operation of tools, equipment and machinery, correct manual handling, basic first aid, personal hygiene and reporting problems to supervisors. |
For more information on contexts, environment and variables for training and assessment, refer to the Sector Booklet. |
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