Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCINF302 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plan and construct an electric fence

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCINF302 - Plan and construct an electric fence
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, construct and maintain an electric fence.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety legislation and codes, manufacturer’s specifications and sustainability practices This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine electric fencing requirements
  • Access property maps and assess fencing requirements according to enterprise objectives and legislative requirements
  • Determine equipment, materials and labour requirements and ensure estimated costings are within budgetary constraints
  • Compare alternative electric fencing options to ensure cost-effectiveness
  • Prepare fencing plan giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses
       
Element: Prepare for construction
  • Seek clarification of work plan
  • Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site
  • Confirm and arrange labour requirements if required
  • Assess risk and minimise potential and existing hazards appropriately
       
Element: Construct electric fence
  • Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment
  • Construct electric fence according to work plan
  • Attach and position gates for correct operation and function
  • Install energiser according to manufacturer's specifications.
       
Element: Complete fencing operations
  • Check fencing for correct installation and performance
  • Identify and fix electric fence faults
  • Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all waste in an environmentally responsible manner
  • Transport tools and fencing equipment from the work site and check and store
  • Record and maintain relevant information
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Determine electric fencing requirements

1.1 Access property maps and assess fencing requirements according to enterprise objectives and legislative requirements

1.2 Determine equipment, materials and labour requirements and ensure estimated costings are within budgetary constraints

1.3 Compare alternative electric fencing options to ensure cost-effectiveness

1.4 Prepare fencing plan giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses

2. Prepare for construction

2.1 Seek clarification of work plan

2.2 Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site

2.3 Confirm and arrange labour requirements if required

2.4 Assess risk and minimise potential and existing hazards appropriately

3. Construct electric fence

3.1 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment

3.2 Construct electric fence according to work plan

3.3 Attach and position gates for correct operation and function

3.4 Install energiser according to manufacturer's specifications.

4. Complete fencing operations

4.1 Check fencing for correct installation and performance

4.2 Identify and fix electric fence faults

4.3 Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all waste in an environmentally responsible manner

4.4 Transport tools and fencing equipment from the work site and check and store

4.5 Record and maintain relevant information

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

develop an electric fencing plan for the enterprise

identify hazards and implement safe operating procedures

calculate and measure fencing requirements and calculate costings off the fencing plan

read and interpret plans and site maps and mark out fence lines

construct an electric fence that meets specifications and the needs of the enterprise

operate fencing tools and construction equipment

test and monitor the electric fence for earthing and current flow, resistance and leakage

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

basic operation of electric fences including earthing and current flow, resistance and leakage

differences between portable and mains power

issues affecting electric fencing in relation to the whole property plan

range of electric fencing designs, construction methods and materials

dangers posed by electricity to personnel and livestock

conditions under which electric fences may cause fire

safe methods for diagnosing routine faults

common electric fencing hazards and safety precautions

relevant State/Territory legislation and regulations regarding electric fences

work health and safety legislative requirements

relevant codes of practice with regard to protection of the environment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Determine electric fencing requirements

1.1 Access property maps and assess fencing requirements according to enterprise objectives and legislative requirements

1.2 Determine equipment, materials and labour requirements and ensure estimated costings are within budgetary constraints

1.3 Compare alternative electric fencing options to ensure cost-effectiveness

1.4 Prepare fencing plan giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses

2. Prepare for construction

2.1 Seek clarification of work plan

2.2 Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site

2.3 Confirm and arrange labour requirements if required

2.4 Assess risk and minimise potential and existing hazards appropriately

3. Construct electric fence

3.1 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment

3.2 Construct electric fence according to work plan

3.3 Attach and position gates for correct operation and function

3.4 Install energiser according to manufacturer's specifications.

4. Complete fencing operations

4.1 Check fencing for correct installation and performance

4.2 Identify and fix electric fence faults

4.3 Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all waste in an environmentally responsible manner

4.4 Transport tools and fencing equipment from the work site and check and store

4.5 Record and maintain relevant information

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access property maps and assess fencing requirements according to enterprise objectives and legislative requirements 
Determine equipment, materials and labour requirements and ensure estimated costings are within budgetary constraints 
Compare alternative electric fencing options to ensure cost-effectiveness 
Prepare fencing plan giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses 
Seek clarification of work plan 
Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site 
Confirm and arrange labour requirements if required 
Assess risk and minimise potential and existing hazards appropriately 
Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment 
Construct electric fence according to work plan 
Attach and position gates for correct operation and function 
Install energiser according to manufacturer's specifications. 
Check fencing for correct installation and performance 
Identify and fix electric fence faults 
Clear and tidy work site and dispose of all waste in an environmentally responsible manner 
Transport tools and fencing equipment from the work site and check and store 
Record and maintain relevant information 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AHCINF302 - Plan and construct an electric fence
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