Carry out installation tasks for low volume irrigation

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCIRG209A, 'Carry out installation tasks for low volume irrigation'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Prepare for work on a low volume irrigation installation site

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

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

1.3 Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use

1.4OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor

2 Prepare the site

2.1 Irrigation lines are measured and marked out

2.2 Irrigation components are laid out

2.3 Trenches are dug or tidied up

3 Install irrigation components

3.1 Work is undertaken according to plan and supervisor’s instructions

3.2System components are assembled and connected according to plan, with joints completed and tested

3.3 A clean and safe work area is maintained while installation work is carried out

3.4 Tools are chosen appropriate to the task being undertaken, and used according to guidelines and safe working practices

4 Complete installation tasks

4.1 The site is restored and waste material is removed from the site and disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner according to enterprise work procedures

4.2 Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned, maintained and stored according to enterprise work procedures

4.3 System is connected to water supply

4.4 System is flushed and commissioned as directed

4.5 Operating faults are identified and reported to supervisor and/or corrective actions taken


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCIRG209A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC21112 - Certificate II in Irrigation