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Manage landscape projects

Manage landscape projects

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSC502
State Code
BAP71
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
040105 - Landscape Architecture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage landscape projects.This unit applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify issues relating to the landscape project
  • 1.1 Identify the goals and objectives of the project and discuss with the client
  • 1.2 Analyse landscape documentation to determine the nature and scope of the project
  • 1.3 Identify potential constraints to the success of the project
  • 1.4 Consider the environmental impact of the proposed landscape project works
  • 1.5 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls
2. Maintain effective client liaison
  • 2.1 Clarify responsibilities of all parties involved in the project according to the contract
  • 2.2 Clarify procedures to vary the contract to the satisfaction of all stakeholders
  • 2.3 Identify emergency procedures according to contract terms and conditions
  • 2.4 Establish communication obligations in respect of the work program according to contractual obligations and sound business principles
3. Develop work schedule
  • 3.1 Identify and document work schedules and timelines of operations in a form that is accessible and understandable to all relevant personnel
  • 3.2 Identify resources required for the landscape project according to the contract and landscape design
  • 3.3 Identify and document quantity, quality and timing of supply of each input and service
  • 3.4 Establish key performance outcomes and indicators to measure performance of all operations and personnel
4. Manage contractors
  • 4.1 Prepare standard contracts for specific works in line with the landscape design and contract
  • 4.2 Monitor progress of works against contract according to industry standards
  • 4.3 Identify, negotiate, implement and record variations
  • 4.4 Identify, rectify and record non-conforming elements of the contract
  • 4.5 Initiate progress payments and final payments according to the terms of contract
5. Submit works for hand over
  • 5.1 Undertake site inspection with relevant personnel at completion of works and prior to hand over
  • 5.2 Note, record and rectify all items below specification
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6927 AHCLSC502A Manage landscape projects Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODU86 AHCLSC505 Manage landscape projects Unit of competency