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 to renovate turf | 1.1 Identify the turf renovation site and extent of works 1.2 Select turf and renovation materials 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls 1.4 Select, use and maintain safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) |
2. Prepare renovation equipment | 2.1 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery 2.2 Calibrate and adjust tools, equipment and machinery |
3. Implement sports turf renovation | 3.1 Identify renovation works from the program and schedule work in a sequential, timely and effective manner 3.2 Review renovation tasks and undertake remedial action 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work |
4. Complete renovation activities | 4.1 Remove and dispose of waste material in an environmentally aware and safe manner 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and machinery 4.3 Record and report work outcomes |
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:
conduct a site hazard identification and risk control assessment
implement a sports turf renovation program
prepare, check and calibrate turf renovation machinery and equipment
record outcomes of renovation works
renovate a sports turf for successful high performance use
use turf renovation machinery and equipment to restore turf health and condition
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices of turf renovation
field measurement techniques such as infiltration rate, organic fines, hardness, traction, surface smoothness, and turf sward height
nutrition and plant growth regulators
planting, care and renovation scheduling requirements of grass species and cultivars
specialist turf renovation practices to achieve high performance turf
standards for turf surface appearance and quality
structure of a sports turf soil profile
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.