List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for revegetation works | 1.1 Identify appropriate timing and method of planting required 1.2 Select tools and materials required for the task and check functionality and cleanliness 1.3 Identify, obtain and store plant materials 1.4 Determine and organise labour and machinery requirements 1.5 Prepare a works schedule and provide to management or client 1.6 Conduct a safety risk assessment and apply work health and safety procedures |
2. Prepare the revegetation site | 2.1 Identify site hazards, assess risks and implement risk controls 2.2 Undertake site preparation according to planting plan or supervisor’s instructions 2.3 Use soil nutrients and ameliorants, if required by plan specifications 2.4 Mark out revegetation site according to supervisor instructions or plan, applying knowledge of ecosystems and habitat requirements 2.5 Treat all diseased and competing plants, debris and pollutants according to the plan and implement risk controls 2.6 Select and apply treatments according to the risk controls selected 2.7 Install protective structures where indicated by the risk controls implemented |
3. Undertake revegetation works | 3.1 Carry out revegetation works in accordance with work health and safety policies and procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment 3.2 Inspect plant materials before revegetation works and discard defective materials 3.3 Treat plant materials with required nutrients according to documented guidelines 3.4 Plant revegetation stock according to planting program 3.5 Apply appropriate techniques for protecting, securing or anchoring new plants 3.6 Apply appropriate biosecurity and environmentally sustainable practices 3.7 Ensure all of the revegetation program requirements have been implemented 3.8 Identify and report potential threats to revegetation works |
4. Maintain revegetated site | 4.1 Monitor growth of plants 4.2 Maintain site according to the planting program requirements 4.3 Undertake remedial action and plant protection according to the needs of the species 4.4 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment |
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
carry out all revegetation works according to the planting plan or supervisor instructions
prepare the site for revegetation works
conduct a site hazard identification and risk control assessment
recognise and treat plant diseases on a revegetation site
treat weeds and competing plants
clean and maintain the revegetated site
use, clean, maintain and store machinery and equipment according to manufacturer instructions
apply work health and safety practices in the context of own work
apply biosecurity measures in the context of own work
apply appropriate sustainability practices in the context of own work
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
revegetation techniques
ecosystems, provenance and habitat requirements
factors affecting the timing and method of planting
identification of pests and diseases of trees
principles and methods relating to the prevention and control of pests and diseases
safety requirements when handling and using hazardous goods
nutrient requirements of a range of plant species and cultivars
physiology of plant growth
techniques for protecting and securing or anchoring trees and shrubs
soils, nutrients and ameliorants applicable to revegetation program
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.