This unit applies to working under routine supervision within established routines, methods and farm procedures.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for fencing operations

1.1. Tools and materials appropriate to meet job requirements are selected and checked against the work plan.

1.2. Routine pre-operational checks of tools are carried out and adjustments made according to manufacturers specifications.

1.3. Faulty or unsafe tools are identified and segregated for repair or replacement according to enterprise requirements.

1.4. Potential and existing hazards in the workplace are risk assessed and minimised according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and enterprise requirements.

2. Carry out fencing operations

2.1. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained according to OHS and workplace procedures.

2.2. Dismantling operations are carried out, as required, with a focus on minimising unnecessary damage and recovering all re-useable materials.

2.3. Repair requirements are identified and carried out according to work plan procedures.

2.4. Sundry electric fences are erected to contour according to work plan and OHS requirements.

2.5. Electric fence components are installed neatly according to manufacturer's specifications.

2.6. All work is carried out safely according to OHS and enterprise requirements.

3. Complete fencing operation

3.1. Post holes are firmly filled to remove potential hazards and minimise environmental impact.

3.2. Work site is cleared and tidied and all non-reusable materials are disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.

3.3. Tools and re-usable materials are transported safely from the work site and stored according to enterprise and manufacturers recommendations.

3.4. Further identified work or repair requirements are reported according to enterprise requirements.

Required skills

identify hazards and implement safe work practices

minimise environmental impact

interpret and apply task instruction

complete work efficiently within timeframes

maintain physical fitness

read and interpret work plans

communicate with work team and supervisor

calculate and measure fencing wire requirements

use interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

uses and structures of a range of electric fence types

uses and types of standard fencing tools and materials

common electric fencing hazards and safety precautions

dangers posed by electricity to personnel and livestock

difference between portable and mains power

OHS legislative requirements

relevant codes of practice with regard to protection of the environment.

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

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 workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

select the correct tools and equipment

apply appropriate methods to install and maintain electric fences

erect fences to contour

safely install components without damage

dismantle and transport fences.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Electric fences:

any electric fencing system components such as:

portable live posts

insulators

energiser and wire.

Unit sector

Infrastructure

This unit contains employability skills.