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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for gardening work
   • Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor's instructions
   • Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items
   • Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle
   • Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) selected as directed by supervisor and ensure correct fit
   • Tell supervisor if any risks are identified
2. Undertake gardening work as directed
   • Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary
   • Communicate with other staff and clients in a professional manner
   • Handle and dispose of materials
   • Tell supervisor of there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines
   • Undertake gardening work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner
3. Handle materials and equipment
   • Store waste material and debris produced during gardening work in a designated area
   • Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery
   • Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities
4. Clean up on completion of gardening work
   • Return materials to store or disposed of as required
   • Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
   • Restore site
   • Tell supervisor of work outcomes

Range Statement

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Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

prepare materials, tools and equipment

handle materials and equipment

follow safe work practices and safety directions

undertake gardening work as directed

clean up on completion of gardening work

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of gardening work

garden tools and equipment

maintenance practices for planted areas

planting techniques

repair and maintenance of garden features

safe work practices

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