- AHCINF303A - Plan and construct conventional fencing
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
AHCINF303A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Plan and construct conventional fencing
Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024
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Unit of Competency | AHCINF303A - Plan and construct conventional fencing |
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Description | This unit covers the functions required to plan and construct conventional fencing and defines the standard required to: site the fence line according to property or land management plan; estimate, cost and source fencing materials and arrange delivery; carry out fencing operations safely and efficiently; construct a fence that meets specifications in plan or contract and is within tolerances for materials; minimise environmental impacts and dispose of waste appropriately. | ||
Employability Skills | This unit contains employability skills. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit applies to workers in rural enterprises or who work as fencing contractors. It is likely to be carried out under routine supervision within enterprise guidelines. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Determine fencing requirements |
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Element: Prepare for construction |
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Element: Construct conventional fence |
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Element: Complete fencing operations |
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Evidence Required
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.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following: site the fence line according to property or land management plan estimate, cost and source fencing materials and arrange delivery carry out fencing operations safely and efficiently construct a fence that meets specifications in plan or contract and is within tolerances for materials minimise environmental impacts and dispose of waste appropriately. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances. |
Submission Requirements
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
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Required skills |
identify hazards and implement safe work procedures construct end assemblies construct gate assemblies and swing gates string and strain wires to manufacturer's recommended tension tie fencing knots use and maintain fencing machinery and equipment select fencing materials arrange and purchase supplies demonstrate safe workplace practices consult with and report to management minimise environmental impacts use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, follow sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legible information collected and select and apply procedures for a range of tasks use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning techniques, active listening, clarifying information and consulting with supervisors as required use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities. |
Required knowledge |
issues affecting property fence planning and construction procedures for planning fencing in relation to the whole property plan range of fencing designs, construction methods and materials types of fencing construction tools and equipment fencing materials and costings common fencing hazards and safety precautions OHS legislative requirements and Codes of Practice relevant Codes of Practice with regard to the protection of the environment hazard identification, assessment and control. |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. | |
Fencing construction may include: | conventional fencing constructed with post and wire/wire netting under tension. |
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice | Yes | No | Comments/feedback |
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Fencing requirements are assessed and clarified according to enterprise objectives. | |||
Equipment, materials and labour requirements are determined, and estimated costings are maintained within budgetary constrains. | |||
Plan is prepared giving consideration to siting fences in relation to natural features and proposed uses. | |||
Legal requirements associated with fencing construction are identified. | |||
Proposed fencing is checked and verified against property maps and work plan. | |||
Services, structures and features, which may impact on the fencing work, are identified and incorporated into the fencing plan. | |||
Tools and fencing equipment (including safety equipment), are arranged and safely and efficiently transported to the work site. | |||
Labour requirements are arranged and confirmed according to enterprise requirements. | |||
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk controls are implemented. | |||
Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to enterprise requirements. | |||
Fence lines are marked out and checked against work plan and property maps. | |||
Fence is constructed according to work plan and fence design. | |||
Gates are attached and appropriately positioned for correct operation and function according to work plan. | |||
All work is carried out safely according to enterprise requirements. | |||
Work site is cleared and tidied and all waste is disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. | |||
Tools and fencing equipment are transported safely from the work site and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations and enterprise requirements. | |||
Tools and equipment faults or malfunctions are reported for repair or replacement according to enterprise requirements. | |||
Relevant information is recorded and maintained according to enterprise requirements. |
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
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