The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Prepare tree inspection requirements
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Prepare forms for recording inspection Completed |
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Determine the scope of tree works required in consultation with client and in accordance with stakeholder needs and local regulations Completed |
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Determine location of above-and-below-ground services Completed |
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Undertake a site-specific risk assessment by identifying work health and safety hazards and assessing risk Completed |
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Confirm first aid and emergency personnel, equipment and procedures Completed |
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Select, prepare, and carry out pre-operational and safety checks, on tools, equipment and machinery Completed |
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Select and use personal protective equipment Completed |
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Record and implement work health, safety, site, environmental and traffic control measures Completed |
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Inspect tree
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Record tree type, location and dimensions Completed |
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Inspect tree for tree access and tree work methods Completed |
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Inspect branches for health, vitality and integrity of attachment Completed |
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Inspect tree structure for defects, signs and symptoms of disease, insects and other fauna Completed |
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Determine method of access and work method
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Record findings on hazard identification form Completed |
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Undertake load testing, probe cavities and test hollows by sounding if required Completed |
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Record result when tree condition requires modified tree access or work method Completed |
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Select appropriate method of access and tree work method Completed |
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Assess risk of selected method of access and tree work method Completed |
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Conduct meeting to communicate and confirm selected method of access and tree work method Completed |
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Record work site confirmation of method of access, work method and appropriate risk controls Completed |
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Record result and advise client
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Record result when tree access or tree work method is inappropriate Completed |
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Advise client and stakeholders of requirements for further advice or testing Completed |
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Seek further advice from consulting arborist or access specialist Completed |
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Complete inspection form and submit to client and stakeholders Completed |
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