Application
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to provide support to others undertaking landscape works in public, commercial and domestic situations
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscaping work | 1.1 Identify the required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions 1.2 Conduct checks on materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor 1.3 demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials 1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) 1.5 Provide landscaping support according to workplace health and safety requirements and workplace information 1.6 Identify and report workplace hazards to the supervisor |
2. Undertake landscape work as directed | 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary 2.2 Undertake landscape work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner 2.3 Carry out interactions with other staff and customers in a positive manner 2.4 Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials 2.5 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor |
3. Handle materials and equipment | 3.1 Store waste material and debris produced during landscape work in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions 3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities |
4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work | 4.1 Return materials to store or dispose of according to supervisor's instructions 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions 4.3 Make good the site according to supervisor's instructions 4.4 Report work outcomes to the supervisor |
Evidence of Performance
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:
apply safe work practices in landscape construction and maintenance
clean up on completion of landscaping work
prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscaping work
undertake landscape work as directed
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices for supporting landscape work
safe work practices
preparing for landscape work and cleaning up on project completion
basic construction techniques
landscaping tools and equipment
maintenance practices for planted areas
repair and maintenance of landscape features
workplace health and safety and safe work practices
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Landscape [LSC]