Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
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AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and implement turf renovation programs appropriate to site requirements. It applies to sports turf managers, such as golf course superintendents, bowling greenkeepers, sports ground curators and turf contractors, who are responsible for the coordination of turf renovation programs.
It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Unit Sector
Turf (TRF)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Element |
Performance criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Identify turf renovation needs |
1.1 Inspect and visually evaluate turf surfaces to determine their condition 1.2 Undertake soil tests to determine their need for amelioration 1.3 Perform compaction, visual, physical and chemical tests 1.4 Undertake water quality tests, where appropriate, to determine its effect on turf growth and development |
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2. Select appropriate renovation techniques |
2.1 Consider a range of renovation techniques and practices based on past practices and existing condition of turf 2.2 Refer to renovation records for information about previous practices and timing 2.3 Select turf renovation techniques according to the condition of the turf and the intended outcome of the program 2.4 Determine the timing of the renovation program according to the requirements of the turf species, requirements of the practice and the needs of players and use of the turf facility 2.5 Prepare an on-going turf maintenance program |
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3. Organise staff and resources for turf renovation project |
3.1 Record and program the turf renovation program 3.2 Determine machinery and equipment for the renovation program and check for availability and working condition 3.3 Calculate and order consumable requirements 3.4 Contact and hire contractors and machinery, if necessary, according to the requirements of the program |
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4. Review renovation outcomes and complete associated record keeping |
4.1 Record soil testing and water quality test results 4.2 Record direct costs of consumables and contractors 4.3 Record indirect costs of staff involvement 4.4 Record renovation practices and outcomes |
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
Unit Mapping Information
This unit is equivalent to AHCTRF502A Manage sports turf renovation programs.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
