Assessor Resource

AHCPER212
Use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment. It requires knowledge of the correct purpose and function of garden hand tools and equipment and their maintenance needs.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

This unit 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.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

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. Identify and describe uses of tools

1.1 Correctly identify garden hand tools and equipment

1.2 Describe the correct purpose of each tool and how to use it correctly

1.3 Describe the maintenance and storage requirements for the tools

2. Use tools for their designed purpose

2.1 Ensure safe work practices are complied with

2.2 Undertake tasks using garden hand tools and equipment correctly

2.3 Return tools used to the storage area and stow correctly

3. Clean, maintain and store garden hand tools and equipment

3.1 Identify tools that need repairs or maintenance

3.2 Undertake regular tool maintenance tasks

3.3 Store garden hand tools and equipment properly to ensure long service

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:

describe uses of tools and equipment

use a range of garden hand tools and equipment properly

clean, maintain and store garden hand tools and equipment

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

permaculture principles and practices related to garden tool use and maintenance

principles of sustainable horticultural practices

ergonomics

garden hand tools and equipment used in permaculture systems, such as:

spades and shovels

forks

trowels

rakes

scythes and sickles

hand mowers

secateurs & loppers

picks & mattocks

pruning saws and bow saws

club hammer and sledge hammer

maintaining tools and equipment in good condition, such as:

replacing dulled blades

replacing broken handles

lubricating moving parts

adjusting mechanisms

sharpening and honing blades

storage techniques for hand tools and equipment

carrying and transporting hand tools and equipment safely

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design Course (PDC).

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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. Identify and describe uses of tools

1.1 Correctly identify garden hand tools and equipment

1.2 Describe the correct purpose of each tool and how to use it correctly

1.3 Describe the maintenance and storage requirements for the tools

2. Use tools for their designed purpose

2.1 Ensure safe work practices are complied with

2.2 Undertake tasks using garden hand tools and equipment correctly

2.3 Return tools used to the storage area and stow correctly

3. Clean, maintain and store garden hand tools and equipment

3.1 Identify tools that need repairs or maintenance

3.2 Undertake regular tool maintenance tasks

3.3 Store garden hand tools and equipment properly to ensure long service

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:

describe uses of tools and equipment

use a range of garden hand tools and equipment properly

clean, maintain and store garden hand tools and equipment

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

permaculture principles and practices related to garden tool use and maintenance

principles of sustainable horticultural practices

ergonomics

garden hand tools and equipment used in permaculture systems, such as:

spades and shovels

forks

trowels

rakes

scythes and sickles

hand mowers

secateurs & loppers

picks & mattocks

pruning saws and bow saws

club hammer and sledge hammer

maintaining tools and equipment in good condition, such as:

replacing dulled blades

replacing broken handles

lubricating moving parts

adjusting mechanisms

sharpening and honing blades

storage techniques for hand tools and equipment

carrying and transporting hand tools and equipment safely

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design Course (PDC).
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Correctly identify garden hand tools and equipment 
Describe the correct purpose of each tool and how to use it correctly 
Describe the maintenance and storage requirements for the tools 
Ensure safe work practices are complied with 
Undertake tasks using garden hand tools and equipment correctly 
Return tools used to the storage area and stow correctly 
Identify tools that need repairs or maintenance 
Undertake regular tool maintenance tasks 
Store garden hand tools and equipment properly to ensure long service 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AHCPER212 - Use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment
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AHCPER212 - Use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment

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