Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare materials, tools and equipment for work; complete routine horticulture production assistance work, including the safe use and operation of farm tools and equipment; clean up and dispose of waste consistent with environmental and enterprise requirements.
This unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.
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 horticultural production work | 1.1 Select materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions 1.2 Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and report faulty items 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 work support safely and as instructed 1.6 Identify and report workplace hazards |
2. Undertake horticultural production work as directed | 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary 2.2 Interact with other staff and customers in a positive and professional manner 2.3 Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials 2.4 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines |
3. Clean up on completion of work | 3.1 Return materials to store and dispose of waste materials 3.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment 3.3 Report work outcomes |
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:
prepare materials, tools and equipment for work
follow safety directions
handle materials and equipment
complete routine horticulture production assistance work, including the safe use and operation of farm tools and equipment
clean up and dispose of waste consistent with environmental and enterprise requirements
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices for supporting production of horticultural crops
planting, picking, packing, loading and transporting techniques appropriate to this level
safe work practices
use of horticultural tools and equipment
work health and safety and environmental protection legislation and enterprise procedures
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
Production horticulture (PHT)