Unit of competency Outline

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Support nursery work

Support nursery work

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY102
State Code
OCT96
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake routine nursery work under direct supervision and to support the nursery work of others.The unit applies to individuals who support nursery work while working alongside a supervisor, exercising limited autonomy within established and well known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for nursery work
  • 1.1 Collect required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor instructions
  • 1.2 Fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to job requirements
  • 1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials
  • 1.4 Report faulty or unsafe tools, equipment or PPE to supervisor
  • 1.5 Recognise and report workplace hazards to supervisor
2. Undertake nursery work as directed
  • 2.1 Provide nursery work support according to workplace health and safety requirements and supervisor instruction
  • 2.2 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor, and seek clarification when necessary
  • 2.3 Interact with staff and customers in a professional manner
  • 2.4 Follow workplace policies and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials
  • 2.5 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking nursery work
  • 2.6 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor
3. Clean up on completion of nursery work
  • 3.1 Store plants and materials according to supervisor instructions
  • 3.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions
  • 3.3 Report work outcomes and malfunctions, faults, wear or damage of tools to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAS77 AHCNSY101 Support nursery work Unit of competency