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. Plan maintenance of integrated plant and animal systems | 1.1 Assess maintenance requirements for the integrated plant and animal system 1.2 Consult stakeholders about maintenance activities where required 1.3 Determine and source the required equipment, machinery and materials for maintenance activities 1.4 Read and interpret permaculture design specifications for the property and follow any specific directions on maintenance approaches and strategies 1.5 Plan movement through production areas to minimise disturbance and degradation during maintenance activities |
2. Undertake maintenance activities | 2.1 Maintain a clean and safe work area 2.2 Take appropriate measures to avoid degradation and disturbance to soil, plants, animals, waterways and other parts of the ecosystem 2.3 Monitor activities of personnel and visitors to reduce risks to the productive systems undergoing maintenance |
3. Complete maintenance activities | 3.1 Make site good on completion of maintenance activities 3.2 Clean and store equipment and machinery appropriately on completion of maintenance activities 3.3 Remove or store excess materials 3.4 Maintain records of maintenance activities |
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:
plan maintenance activities for integrated plant and animal systems
undertake maintenance
record and report on completion of activities
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
Integrated plant and animal systems, such as:
gardens, orchards, organic farms, woodlots and forests that include animals in free range or rotational systems
balanced ecosystems where the needs of all species are met
systems where poultry provide fertility, pest control and other services to plants, such as:
chicken-orchard systems
duck-rice systems
poultry used as tractor
frogs, birds and other wild creatures attracted to the garden to maintain ecological balance
patterns seen in nature, such as stacking and layering of plants in a forest, used in deliberate design
plants and animals commonly found on permaculture properties
plant groups and vegetation structures
permaculture practices, such as:
composting of weeds
chop and drop practices
feeding weeds to animals
soil support and enhancement strategies
animal husbandry strategies
permaculture design information, such as:
permaculture site plan
components of integrated plant and animal systems
the role of animals in improving soil, recycling nutrients, managing ‘weedy’ plants and controlling pests and diseases
plants as indicators and improvers
typical permaculture solutions to water catchment and storage for integrated plant and animal systems
recycling of materials and waste
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III (or higher) in Permaculture. Completion of a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) is NOT sufficient at this level.