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Pot up plants

Pot up plants

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY205
State Code
OCS26
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to pot up established plants with developed root systems, including preparing and potting up propagated plants and completing potting up operations.The unit applies to individuals who pot up plants under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for potting up operations
  • 1.1 Confirm plant potting up activities to be undertaken with supervisor
  • 1.2 Recognise potential hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to minimise risk to self and others
  • 1.3 Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials according to supervisor instructions
  • 1.4 Clean and disinfect work area according to hygiene requirements
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment applicable to the task
2. Undertake potting up operations
  • 2.1 Prepare and grade plants for potting as directed
  • 2.2 Pot up selected plants
  • 2.3 Check placement and depth of plants comply with planting method and instructions
  • 2.4 Add fertilisers according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.5 Apply hygiene requirements associated with potting up plants
3. Complete potting up operations
  • 3.1 Water plants in to eliminate air pockets and prevent dehydration
  • 3.2 Transport and place plants in growing area according to supervisor instructions
  • 3.3 Remove and dispose of waste material according to workplace procedures, and perform cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Clean, disinfect, maintain and store tools and equipment, and work area according to hygiene requirements
  • 3.5 Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Record and report potting up operations according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM50 AHCNSY201 Pot up plants Unit of competency