Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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24/07/2026 5:42 AM AWST
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Assist in the preparation of turf surfaces for play
Assist in the preparation of turf surfaces for play
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCTRF205
AHCTRF205
State Code
OBJ48
OBJ48
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2020
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
28/01/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare sports turf surfaces for play.The unit applies to individuals who prepare sports turf surfaces for play and undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the site for sports turf preparation activities
- 1.1 Confirm sports turf set-up plan and work activity with supervisor
- 1.2 Identify workplace health, safety and environmental hazards, and assess risks and implement controls
- 1.3 Check the site condition and report irregularities to supervisor
2. Collect equipment required for sports turf preparation
- 2.1 Select, ensure serviceability of, fit and use personal protective equipment
- 2.2 Select and check tools and equipment and rectify or report faults to supervisor
- 2.3 Carry out pre-start checks according to supervisor instructions
- 2.4 Transport equipment safely to site according to regulatory requirements
- 2.5 Identify and manage permanent and temporary obstacles according to workplace set-up procedures
- 2.6 Follow site safety requirements and monitor and direct sports users
3. Use equipment to prepare turf grass playing surface
- 3.1 Check equipment and attachments to ensure fit and adjustments according to set-up plan and operator instructions
- 3.2 Operate equipment in a consistent and uniform manner
- 3.3 Collect and dispose of waste materials according to workplace and environmental procedures
4. Mark out playing surface for play
- 4.1 Select and check turf surface marking tools and equipment, and report faults according to workplace procedures
- 4.2 Locate lines, markers and match play equipment according to set-up plan, rules and regulations of intended sport
- 4.3 Place lines, markers and match play equipment according to set-up plan and intended sport, and to reduce wear on playing surface
- 4.4 Conduct preparation and marking-out activities within the timeframe of the sports event schedule and set-up plan
- 4.5 Maintain continuous oversight of turf preparation activities, and report any irregularities to supervisor
- 4.6 Report work outcomes to supervisor
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAM83 | AHCTRF202 | Prepare turf surfaces for play | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE052 | AHCSS00090 | Introduction To Sports Turf Maintenance Skill Set | Skill set |
| BHM4 | AHC21621 | Certificate II in Landscaping | Qualification |
| BJR4 | AHC21624 | Certificate II in Landscaping | Qualification |
| BDE7 | AHC21616 | Certificate II in Landscaping | Qualification |
| BHN0 | AHC20621 | Certificate II in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |
| BJS0 | AHC20624 | Certificate II in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |
| BEY1 | AHC20919 | Certificate II in Sports Turf Management | Qualification |