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 and collect soil samples for testing
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Determine reasons for testing of soil Completed |
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Prepare tools and materials for collecting samples Completed |
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Take samples according to recognised sampling techniques Completed |
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Label and record samples Completed |
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Determine physical characteristics of sample
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Conduct tests for texture and structure on the samples Completed |
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Determine soil colour and the presence of organic matter Completed |
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Determine characteristics of soil profile where required Completed |
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Determine depth of topsoil and determine if sufficient for the requirements of the plants to be installed Completed |
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Determine the ability of soil to drain or retain water Completed |
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Assess the physical characteristics of soil and determine improvements needed Completed |
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Determine chemical characteristics of sample
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Conduct tests for pH and salinity Completed |
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Determine the suitability of soil for particular plants Completed |
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Determine the soil’s fertility and the need for additional fertiliser or other amendments Completed |
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Determine the chemical characteristics of soil and improvements needed Completed |
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Prepare soils for planting or replanting
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Improve physical characteristics of garden or lawn areas as required Completed |
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Adjust pH and salinity of soil in garden or lawn areas as required Completed |
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Incorporate additional soil as needed to establish final levels Completed |
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Finish soil level and consolidate ready for planting according to planting plans and enterprise procedures Completed |
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