Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- 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
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- 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 AHCLSC310A, 'Implement a tree transplanting program'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Implement a tree transplanting program' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for tree transplantation | 1.1. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards associated with transplanting operations are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls implemented. 1.2. Liaison with local authorities and information services is undertaken to determine location of services and utilities, and legislation, local by-laws and regulations governing the transplanting/transporting of trees. 1.3. Tree is inspected to ensure the appropriate transplanting operations are implemented according to an identified program, and to ensure the safety of personnel, the public and property is maintained throughout and upon completion of work. 1.4. Root ball and crown treatments are selected, prepared and used according to the requirements of the species to ensure the tree remains viable throughout the transplanting process. 1.5. Site is prepared for transplanting activities including notification of local residents and authorities where necessary. 1.6. Surrounding property/vegetation is relocated, secured and/or protected from potential damage during tree transplanting. 1.7. Tools, equipment and machinery necessary to implement tree transplanting activities are selected, prepared and used according to enterprise guidelines and manufacturers' recommendations. |
2. Implement transplanting operations | 2.1. Soil around the root zone is excavated and root ball is undercut with minimum stress to the plant according to documented work procedures. 2.2. Roots are pruned where required to meet AS4373 Pruning of amenity trees. 2.3. Tree is stabilised as the root system is undercut and anti-transpirants applied as a root soak or foliar spray to ensure viability of the plant is maintained. 2.4. Root ball is bound with appropriate material to ensure adequate soil is retained and kept moist prior to transportation and installation. 2.5. Tree is lifted and secured for potential storage and/or transportation using safe lifting techniques and in accordance with documented guidelines. 2.6. Tree or shrub is prepared and handled to minimise damage during handling and transportation. 2.7. Appropriate drainage and soil improvements are implemented and the tree is re-installed and stabilised. 2.8. Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned and stored according to enterprise guidelines and manufacturers' recommendations. 2.9. Completed transplanting program is recorded and communicated to management and/or the client according to enterprise guidelines. |
3. Maintain health and viability of transplanted tree | 3.1. Water is applied to the reinstalled tree over a sustained period to ensure minimal leaf loss and that new growth is apparent. 3.2. Anti-transpirants are applied and any nutritional requirements of the species are provided. 3.3. Tree protection devices are installed to ensure adequate support and protection is provided. 3.4. Tree condition and site is monitored to ensure the plant remains healthy. |