This unit applies to the process of assisting with landscape construction work. This standard involves working under limited supervision within established routines, methods and procedures. Responsibility for some roles and co-ordination within a team may be required.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscape construction work

1.1. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions.

1.2. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor.

1.3. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle.

1.4. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use.

1.5. Construction activities are undertaken according to OHS requirements and according to workplace information.

1.6. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor.

2. Undertake landscape construction activities as directed

2.1. Instructions and directions provided by the supervisor are followed and clarification sought when necessary.

2.2. Landscape construction is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to enterprise guidelines.

2.3. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner.

2.4. Enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials is observed.

2.5. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor.

3. Handle materials and equipment

3.1. Waste material and debris produced during landscape construction is stored in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions.

3.2. Materials, equipment and machinery are handled and transported according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines.

3.3. A clean and safe work site is maintained while undertaking landscaping activities.

4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work

4.1. Materials are returned to store or disposed of according to supervisors instructions.

4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions.

4.3. Site is made good according to supervisor's instructions and good environmental practices.

4.4. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor.

Required skills

prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscaping work

undertake landscape construction as directed

handle materials and equipment

clean up on completion of landscaping work

use literacy skills to follow sequenced written instructions and record information accurately and legibly

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

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

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.

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 and prepare tools and equipment

implement work procedures including OHS

undertake landscape construction activities

transport and store machinery and equipment

clean up the site and dispose of or recycle waste materials and debris.

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.

Construction landscape features may include:

paths, paving

retaining walls

site structures and furniture

planted areas

irrigation systems.

Maintenance of landscape features may include:

watering

weeding

staking

repairing

painting

cleaning.

Unit sector

Landscape

This unit contains employability skills.