Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for tree or shrub removal
- Confirm transplanting instructions confirmed with the supervisor
- Identify work health and safety hazards and report to the supervisor
- Locate all underground services as outlined by supply authorities
- Prepare and use tools and equipment appropriate to the task being undertaken
- Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Prepare tree or shrub and undertake earthworks for removal
- Remove tree or shrub from original site
- Excavate the soil around the root zone
- Prune tree roots where required to meet the appropriate Australian Standard
- Stabilise tree as the root system is undercut and apply anti-transpirants as a root soak or foliar spray to ensure viability of the plant is maintained
- Bind root ball with appropriate material to ensure adequate soil is retained and kept moist prior to transportation and installation
- Lift tree and secure for potential storage or transportation using safe lifting techniques
- Prepare and handle tree or shrub to minimise damage during handling and transportation
- Replant tree or shrub in new environment
- Complete transplant operation