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

FPIFGM2204B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plant trees mechanically

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FPIFGM2204B - Plant trees mechanically
Description This unit describes the outcomes required to undertake forest planting operations mechanically. It includes the selection and planting of suitable tree stock, and the use and maintenance of equipmentGeneral workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publicationThis unit replaces FPIFGM2204A Plant trees mechanically
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit involves planting trees mechanically in a forest environment settingThe skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field Forest Growing and Management
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: 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
       
Element: 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
       


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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can safely and efficiently plant trees mechanically in line with job and environmental requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to, and satisfy, all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to planting trees mechanically

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to planting trees mechanically

planting tree stock mechanically with minimal handling, while adapting work methods or patterns to suit particular operation

identifying and resolving problems, including potential site or equipment hazards, unsuitable planting stock, pests, disease and nutrition deficiencies

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to follow relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on required knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of employability skills

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

Technical skills sufficient to use and maintain relevant planting equipment; recognise common diseases, pests and nutrition deficiencies; efficiently and safely select and handle tree stock

Communication skills sufficient to use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others

Literacy skills sufficient to locate, record and report information

Numeracy skills sufficient to measure, estimate and calculate time required to complete a task

Problem solving skills sufficient to review and identify work requirements; identify problems and equipment faults; demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Required knowledge

Applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for planting trees mechanically

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material, returning the environment to its original or near to original condition on completion of activity and minimising carbon emissions

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for planting trees mechanically

Environmental risks and hazards

Role of wood or waste products in generating renewable energy through biomass

Typical stock defects, including pests, diseases and nutrition deficiencies

Techniques for operating in forest settings

Procedures for pre-operational checks on equipment

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies, and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices, including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Environmental requirements may include:

legislation

organisational policies and procedures

workplace practices

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use, maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste minimisation and disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Planting requirements may include:

planting site and environmental requirements

examination of stock sampling

examination and assessment criteria

Factors may include:

planting depth

spacing

root placement

firmed vertical and undamaged

position of seedling in row

Equipment may include:

planting machine

tube planter

planting frame

harness

box seedlings

auger

personal protective equipment

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice

Preparation may include:

hole depth

hole width

cultivation

Planted may include:

minimal handling of tree stock to minimise foliage and root damage

monitoring planting to ensure quality

Methods may include:

feeding tree stock into the planting machine where required

Problems may include:

equipment faults and malfunctions

unsuitability of stock

common diseases, pests and nutrition deficiencies

communication misunderstandings

environmental issues or damage

production quality

safety

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
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 
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 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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