Assessor Resource

AHCNSY201
Pot up plants

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to transplant established plants with developed root systems.

It applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context. 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.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for potting up operations

1.1 Clarify work activity instructions with supervisor

1.2 Identify any work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor

1.3 Select and use tools and equipment for potting up

1.4 Clean and disinfect work area

1.5 Collect materials and check that there is sufficient quantity and quality for potting up operations

1.6 Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)

2. Prepare growing media

2.1 Measure media components and mix as instructed

2.2 Test growing media to ensure the product complies with media specifications

3. Pot up propagated plants

3.1 Prepare plants for potting

3.2 Pot up selected propagated plants

3.3 Grade plants during the potting process to meet quality specifications and report any abnormalities to supervisor

3.4 Adjust media level in pots to produce a well-furnished plant

3.5 Ensure that placement and depth of plants comply with the planting method and plan

3.6 Add fertilisers and other products as directed

4. Complete potting up operation

4.1 Water plants in to eliminate air pockets and prevent dehydration

4.2 Perform cleaning procedures and follow hygiene practices

4.3 Collect waste and dispose of or recycle to minimise damage to the external environment

4.4 Maintain records of potting up operations in the appropriate format

4.5 Clean 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:

prepare tools, equipment, media and plants

measure media components

disinfect work areas

operate potting machinery (if required)

pot up propagated plants

handle plants with care

treat common problems of plants

use and maintain tools

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practices of potting up plants

appropriate use of personal protective equipment

basic plant physiology

common problems in a controlled environment

enterprise plants and their characteristics

hygiene and quality control

methods of disposing of waste

properties of relevant potting media

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for potting up operations

1.1 Clarify work activity instructions with supervisor

1.2 Identify any work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor

1.3 Select and use tools and equipment for potting up

1.4 Clean and disinfect work area

1.5 Collect materials and check that there is sufficient quantity and quality for potting up operations

1.6 Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)

2. Prepare growing media

2.1 Measure media components and mix as instructed

2.2 Test growing media to ensure the product complies with media specifications

3. Pot up propagated plants

3.1 Prepare plants for potting

3.2 Pot up selected propagated plants

3.3 Grade plants during the potting process to meet quality specifications and report any abnormalities to supervisor

3.4 Adjust media level in pots to produce a well-furnished plant

3.5 Ensure that placement and depth of plants comply with the planting method and plan

3.6 Add fertilisers and other products as directed

4. Complete potting up operation

4.1 Water plants in to eliminate air pockets and prevent dehydration

4.2 Perform cleaning procedures and follow hygiene practices

4.3 Collect waste and dispose of or recycle to minimise damage to the external environment

4.4 Maintain records of potting up operations in the appropriate format

4.5 Clean 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:

prepare tools, equipment, media and plants

measure media components

disinfect work areas

operate potting machinery (if required)

pot up propagated plants

handle plants with care

treat common problems of plants

use and maintain tools

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

the principles and practices of potting up plants

appropriate use of personal protective equipment

basic plant physiology

common problems in a controlled environment

enterprise plants and their characteristics

hygiene and quality control

methods of disposing of waste

properties of relevant potting media

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Clarify work activity instructions with supervisor 
Identify any work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor 
Select and use tools and equipment for potting up 
Clean and disinfect work area 
Collect materials and check that there is sufficient quantity and quality for potting up operations 
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) 
Measure media components and mix as instructed 
Test growing media to ensure the product complies with media specifications 
Prepare plants for potting 
Pot up selected propagated plants 
Grade plants during the potting process to meet quality specifications and report any abnormalities to supervisor 
Adjust media level in pots to produce a well-furnished plant 
Ensure that placement and depth of plants comply with the planting method and plan 
Add fertilisers and other products as directed 
Water plants in to eliminate air pockets and prevent dehydration 
Perform cleaning procedures and follow hygiene practices 
Collect waste and dispose of or recycle to minimise damage to the external environment 
Maintain records of potting up operations in the appropriate format 
Clean and store tools and equipment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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