Unit of competency Outline
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Install structures for permaculture systems
Install structures for permaculture systems
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER327
AHCPER327
State Code
OFC48
OFC48
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and follow plans to build and install permaculture structures and features for a permaculture system.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources, and complete routine activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for structural work
- 1.1 Interpret plans and verify specifications with stakeholder
- 1.2 Confirm construction method and resource requirements with stakeholder
- 1.3 Verify compliance with regulatory requirements according to workplace procedures
- 1.4 Identify quantity and quality of materials from design drawings and specifications
- 1.5 Check and dress reclaimed materials to comply with specifications
- 1.6 Check size and quality of supplied materials against specifications
- 1.7 Report or replace substandard materials according to workplace procedures
- 1.8 Select, check and prepare tools and equipment for construction work
- 1.9 Identify health and safety hazards, assess risk, and implement controls according to workplace health, safety and environmental procedures
2. Set out the site for structure
- 2.1 Determine location of underground and overhead services from site plans and observations
- 2.2 Implement procedures to protect services from damage
- 2.3 Survey, locate and mark position of structure according to design plans
- 2.4 Undertake excavation works according to design specifications
- 2.5 Stockpile and prepare excavated material
3. Prepare construction materials ready for assembly
- 3.1 Arrange construction materials on site for efficient access
- 3.2 Measure and prepare individual components of structure according to design plans and specifications
- 3.3 Organise individual components in preparation for assembly
4. Assemble and erect structure
- 4.1 Install formwork and supports according to construction method
- 4.2 Assemble and fix materials into position according to design plans
- 4.3 Verify structural accuracy against plans and specifications
- 4.4 Report or rectify out-of-specification assembly components
- 4.5 Apply surface coatings and finishes according to specifications
5. Check quality of work and clean up site
- 5.1 Remove and dispose of waste from construction site according to workplace environmental procedures
- 5.2 Store unused materials
- 5.3 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
- 5.4 Inspect and confirm finished work with stakeholder
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAR33 | AHCPER310 | Install structures for permaculture systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJA5 | AHC33822 | Certificate III in Permaculture | Qualification |
| AF202 | AHCSS00138 | Permaculture Structures Skill Set | Skill set |