Unit of competency Outline

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Support turf establishment

Support turf establishment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF204
State Code
BAT60
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish turf by seed, sod or other methods.It applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to establish a planted area
  • 1.1 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery for planting
  • 1.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.3 Identify the environmental implications of the turf establishment program
2. Prepare the planting area
  • 2.1 Determine layout of services before undertaking earthworks
  • 2.2 Control existing weeds
  • 2.3 Check soil for moisture, tilth, compactness, depth and organic matter
  • 2.4 Apply soil additives as instructed
  • 2.5 Rake the surface evenly to achieve a consistent surface and level as required
  • 2.6 Water the planting site
  • 2.7 Remove and disposed of debris and rubbish
3. Plant turf
  • 3.1 Inspect turf plant material before planting and discard material with defects
  • 3.2 Ensure seed is evenly distributed over the whole planting area with no overlap or areas missed
  • 3.3 Rake surface evenly and water thoroughly
  • 3.4 Position sods and roll evenly onto a moist surface
  • 3.5 Water newly laid turf thoroughly to encourage establishment
4. Provide post-planting care
  • 4.1 Protect the site from animals, pedestrian and vehicular traffic
  • 4.2 Roll the site evenly and efficiently with no disturbance
  • 4.3 Mow turf according to a specified pattern and height
  • 4.4 Apply top dressing evenly to the required depth over the whole area and is work or rub into the surface
  • 4.5 Water dry or under-watered plants
  • 4.6 Check watering patterns for dry spots
5. Complete establishment of the planted area
  • 5.1 Remove and dispose of waste material
  • 5.2 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and machinery
  • 5.3 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work
  • 5.4 Record and report work outcomes to the supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7255 AHCTRF204A Support turf establishment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBJ45 AHCTRF208 Support turf establishment Unit of competency