Unit of competency Outline
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Install cable and bracing
Install cable and bracing
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCARB308
AHCARB308
State Code
BAM68
BAM68
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to install cable and bracing hardware into the structure of a tree.The work requires the application of extensive arboricultural knowledge. This unit applies to individuals who have a range of skills to select and apply a specialised range of methods, tools, equipment and information to complete routine activities and provide and transmit solutions to predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.Some discretion and judgement may be required to the extent of pruning and cable and bracing required for a particular tree. Work is implemented with low risk work procedures and to comply with Safe Work Method Statement documentation.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states and territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction. Specific determination should be sought through the relevant State or Territory. Works involving this unit of competency may be subject to local tree protection and preservation laws, and the relevant content of applicable Australian Standards.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1 Determine cable and bracing requirements from client brief
- 1.2 Determine materials required for installing cable and bracing
- 1.3 Determine location of above-and-below-ground services
- 1.4 Undertake a site-specific risk assessment by identifying work health and safety hazards and assessing risk
- 1.5 Select appropriate cable and bracing tools and equipment
- 1.6 Select and use personal protective equipment
- 1.7 Confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures
- 1.8 Record and implement work health, safety, site, environmental and traffic control measures
2. Prepare trees for cable and bracing
- 2.1 Examine structural tree components using visual tree assessment and in accordance with Compartmentalisation of Decay in Trees (CODIT) principles in relation to tree anatomy and physiology
- 2.2 Examine branches to determine vitality and integrity of attachment ensuring ability to safely implement bracing
- 2.3 Undertake preliminary pruning in accordance with AS 4373 to aid cable and bracing installation
3. Install cable and bracing
- 3.1 Discuss planned approach to cable and bracing with other members of work team
- 3.2 Install cable and bracing
- 3.3 Determine the requirement for additional pruning to restore tree to its natural habit and form and sustain its growth
- 3.4 Check and record completed program for quality of work
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6662 | AHCARB308A | Install cable and bracing | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBV71 | AHCARB320 | Install tree support systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDE4 | AHC30816 | Certificate III in Arboriculture | Qualification |
| BDF1 | AHC30716 | Certificate III in Horticulture | Qualification |
| BCY8 | AHC31016 | Certificate III in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |