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Plan and construct conventional fencing

Plan and construct conventional fencing

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCINF307
State Code
OFB16
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and construct conventional fencing.The unit applies to individuals who construct conventional fencing under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, legislative and regulatory requirements and manufacturer specifications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine fencing requirements
  • 1.1 Access property maps and assess fencing requirements according to workplace objectives
  • 1.2 Calculate fencing material required for the task
  • 1.3 Prepare fencing plan, giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features, land class and proposed use
2. Prepare for construction
  • 2.1 Check proposed fencing against property maps and work plan
  • 2.2 Identify services, structures and features that may impact on the fencing work, and incorporate into the fencing plan
  • 2.3 Organise and transport tools and equipment to the work site
  • 2.4 Confirm and arrange labour requirements
  • 2.5 Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
3. Construct conventional fence
  • 3.1 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task
  • 3.2 Mark out and check fence lines against work plan and property maps
  • 3.3 Construct fence according to fencing plan specifications and fence design
  • 3.4 Attach and position gates for correct operation and function
4. Complete fencing operations
  • 4.1 Clean and tidy work area and dispose of or recycle rubbish and waste material
  • 4.2 Transport, clean, maintain and store tools, fencing equipment and PPE according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO88 AHCINF303 Plan and construct conventional fencing Unit of competency