Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 11:40 PM AWST
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Prepare specialised plants
Prepare specialised plants
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY312
AHCNSY312
State Code
OCT51
OCT51
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and implement plant treatments and maintain aesthetic appearance of specialised plants.The unit applies to individuals who prepare specialised plants under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to treat specialised plants
- 1.1 Identify specialist plants requiring treatment
- 1.2 Assess appropriate techniques for plant species according to workplace production, marketing plan and customer requirements and clarify with supervisor
- 1.3 Determine treatment timing according to workplace procedures
2. Implement treatments and techniques
- 2.1 Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
- 2.2 Select required materials, tools and equipment, and check for safe operation
- 2.3 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment applicable to the task
- 2.4 Use treatments and techniques that meet requirements
3. Maintain aesthetic appearance of specialised plants
- 3.1 Monitor the health and aesthetic appearance of the plant to ensure quality standards are met
- 3.2 Maintain plant according to growth requirements
- 3.3 Manage environmental controls to optimise plant growth
- 3.4 Apply remedial or preventative measures to plants to ensure they maintain their aesthetic appearance
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAN01 | AHCNSY305 | Prepare specialised plants | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJB0 | AHC30722 | Certificate III in Horticulture | Qualification |
| BGG3 | AHC31120 | Certificate III in Nursery Operations | Qualification |
| BJP7 | AHC31124 | Certificate III in Nursery Operations | Qualification |
| BGG0 | AHC30620 | Certificate III in Production Horticulture | Qualification |
| BJQ4 | AHC30624 | Certificate III in Production Horticulture | Qualification |
| BJA7 | AHC32822 | Certificate III in Rural Operations | Qualification |