Assessor Resource

AHCTRF402
Plan and implement sports turf renovation

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and implement sports turf renovation. It applies to greenkeepers and turf managers who plan, coordinate and supervise the renovation of a sports turf area for minor projects and seasonal renovations in the turf industry.

It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. 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 the turf renovation program

1.1 Identify the turf renovation site and undertake field measurements and tests

1.2 Select and calculate renovation materials and resource requirements

1.3 Interpret existing design plans and documentation

1.4 Develop a renovation program containing the site assessment report, results of field measurements and tests, risk controls, and material and resource calculations

1.5 Develop and record schedule of works and specifications in the works program

2. Prepare renovation equipment

2.1 Check machinery maintenance logs and prepare machinery for the program

2.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery

3. Implement the renovation program

3.1 Identify work team and contractors and coordinate work in a sequential, timely and effective manner

3.2 Organise and direct work pattern according to the schedule of works

3.3 Monitor renovation tasks and undertake remedial action

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work

4. Complete renovation activities

4.1 Review site and surrounds for completion of works

4.2 Inspect and repair tools, equipment and machinery

4.3 Record expenses and review against budget

4.4 Review the renovation program for costs, scheduling, works procedures and quality of work

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

plan a sports turf renovation program

document a sports turf renovation program

develop a schedule of works and specifications for a sports turf renovation program

implement the schedule of works for sports turf surfaces

coordinate a work team and contractors

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of sports turf renovation

enterprise and industry standards for turf surface appearance and quality

environmental implications of renovation activities, turf and soil treatments, and waste disposal procedures

field measurements, such as infiltration rate, organic fines, hardness, traction, surface smoothness and turf sward height

planting, care and renovation scheduling requirements of grass species and cultivars

specialist turf renovation practices to achieve high performance turf

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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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 the turf renovation program

1.1 Identify the turf renovation site and undertake field measurements and tests

1.2 Select and calculate renovation materials and resource requirements

1.3 Interpret existing design plans and documentation

1.4 Develop a renovation program containing the site assessment report, results of field measurements and tests, risk controls, and material and resource calculations

1.5 Develop and record schedule of works and specifications in the works program

2. Prepare renovation equipment

2.1 Check machinery maintenance logs and prepare machinery for the program

2.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery

3. Implement the renovation program

3.1 Identify work team and contractors and coordinate work in a sequential, timely and effective manner

3.2 Organise and direct work pattern according to the schedule of works

3.3 Monitor renovation tasks and undertake remedial action

3.4 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work

4. Complete renovation activities

4.1 Review site and surrounds for completion of works

4.2 Inspect and repair tools, equipment and machinery

4.3 Record expenses and review against budget

4.4 Review the renovation program for costs, scheduling, works procedures and quality of work

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

plan a sports turf renovation program

document a sports turf renovation program

develop a schedule of works and specifications for a sports turf renovation program

implement the schedule of works for sports turf surfaces

coordinate a work team and contractors

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of sports turf renovation

enterprise and industry standards for turf surface appearance and quality

environmental implications of renovation activities, turf and soil treatments, and waste disposal procedures

field measurements, such as infiltration rate, organic fines, hardness, traction, surface smoothness and turf sward height

planting, care and renovation scheduling requirements of grass species and cultivars

specialist turf renovation practices to achieve high performance turf

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
Identify the turf renovation site and undertake field measurements and tests 
Select and calculate renovation materials and resource requirements 
Interpret existing design plans and documentation 
Develop a renovation program containing the site assessment report, results of field measurements and tests, risk controls, and material and resource calculations 
Develop and record schedule of works and specifications in the works program 
Check machinery maintenance logs and prepare machinery for the program 
Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery 
Identify work team and contractors and coordinate work in a sequential, timely and effective manner 
Organise and direct work pattern according to the schedule of works 
Monitor renovation tasks and undertake remedial action 
Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout and on completion of work 
Review site and surrounds for completion of works 
Inspect and repair tools, equipment and machinery 
Record expenses and review against budget 
Review the renovation program for costs, scheduling, works procedures and quality of work 

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