Unit of competency Outline

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Maintain roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades

Maintain roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCGRI301
State Code
OCU07
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
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out maintenance work on green infrastructure.The unit applies to individuals who carry out maintenance on roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades.This unit of competency is suitable for individuals using their own judgment to deal with predictable and unpredictable problems and to decide on solutions to a range of complex problems during the maintenance process.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions, depending on the location of work and/or plant and equipment used. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authorities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan maintenance of green infrastructure
  • 1.1 Read maintenance plan and records, determine maintenance objectives and schedule appropriate work
  • 1.2 Identify workplace processes, practices and procedures applicable to maintenance work
  • 1.3 Check sensors and review data for anomalies, if applicable
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and implement controls following workplace safety and environmental requirements, including planning safe access to maintenance areas for persons, materials and equipment
  • 1.5 Determine job priorities and sequence job tasks in consultation with others on site
  • 1.6 Identify, calculate and order materials and products for the task
2. Carry out maintenance of green infrastructure
  • 2.1 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for the task
  • 2.2 Select and check plant, equipment and tools for serviceability, and rectify and report faults
  • 2.3 Clear drainage areas and outlets, and inspect and report on roof or building surface penetrations or pooling water
  • 2.4 Prune or remove unwanted vegetation to encourage growth and minimise the risk of fire and other hazards
  • 2.5 Identify pests and diseases, and apply appropriate method of eliminating or controlling according to workplace and environmental requirements
  • 2.6 Evaluate condition of soil or growing media, top up and add ameliorants or additives, if required
  • 2.7 Test and adjust irrigation system, if required
3. Record maintenance activities
  • 3.1 Record plant health, burrows and nests, pest infestation and droppings if applicable
  • 3.2 Record condition and volume of soil or growing media
  • 3.3 Record maintenance activity undertaken, schedule next required maintenance activity, and update maintenance plan
4. Clean up
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials according to workplace and environmental requirements
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability, and report damage or faults
  • 4.3 Store and secure tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
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