Prepare a grave site

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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 AHCPGD205A, 'Prepare a grave site'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare site for excavation

1.1. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and reported to the supervisor.

1.2. Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used and maintained.

1.3. Tools, equipment and machinery are prepared and used according to supervisor's instructions.

1.4. Surrounding monuments, masonry or headstones that threaten the stability of the new gravesite are inspected and removed if necessary, according to supervisor's instructions.

1.5. Sludge pump is used to remove excess water if required.

1.6. Gravesite is marked out to suit coffin dimensions and according to supervisor's instructions and/or enterprise policy.

2. Assist with the excavation

2.1. Grave is excavated according to enterprise policy.

2.2. Sides of grave are shored where depth of grave exceeds 1.5 metres or as determined by enterprise policy.

2.3. Surface area for 400 mm from the edge of the excavation is covered with an approved material to ensure the integrity and stability of the soil.

2.4. Access to and egress from the excavation site is undertaken according to OHS requirements.

2.5. Gravesite is secured with protective restraints to limit access to the site while being established and when left unattended.

3. Backfill and enhance the gravesite following burial

3.1. Burial hole is back-filled with soil free from large lumps, plant debris or waste material.

3.2. Backfilling techniques are employed to consolidate the soil, to minimise cavities and to restore the ground to its original level.

3.3. Surrounding monuments, masonry or headstones are replaced as necessary.

3.4. Waste material and plant debris removed from the gravesite are disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner according to enterprise policy.

3.5. Gravesite is enhanced according to supervisor's instructions and/or enterprise policy.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCPGD205A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC20410 - Certificate II in Horticulture
  • AHC20610 - Certificate II in Parks and Gardens