Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide support to others undertaking landscape works in public, commercial and domestic situations.
This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for landscaping work | 1.1 Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor's instructions 1.2 Check all materials, tools and equipment and tell supervisor if there are insufficient or faulty items 1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading material to minimise damage to the materials and the vehicle 1.4 Select and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) 1.5 Identify and report any workplace health and safety hazards to supervisor |
2. Undertake landscape work as directed | 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and ask for clarification when necessary 2.2 Communicate with other staff and clients in a positive and professional manner 2.3 Handle and dispose of materials as directed 2.4 Tell supervisor if there are problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines |
3. Handle materials and equipment | 3.1 Store waste material and debris produced during landscape work in a designated area 3.2 Handle and transport materials, equipment and machinery 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work site while undertaking landscaping activities |
4. Clean up on completion of landscaping work | 4.1 Return materials to store or dispose of as directed 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment 4.3 Restore site according to supervisor’s instructions 4.4 Tell supervisor of work outcomes |
Evidence of Performance
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:
prepare materials, tools and equipment
undertake landscape work as directed
handle materials and equipment
follow safe work practices and safety directions
clean up on completion of landscape work
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
the principles and practices of assisting with landscape construction work
basic construction techniques
how to repair and maintain landscape features
landscaping tools and equipment
maintenance practices for planted areas
safe work practices
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Landscape (LSC)