CLAYDON BROTHERS AHCNSY206 Nursery Plants User Guide

AHCNSY206 Nursery Plants

Student Assessment Book
AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants

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Introduction

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain and care for containerised nursery plants, including preparing for work, maintaining the nursery environment and plants, and completing plant maintenance operations.
This unit applies to individuals who care for nursery plants under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil.

Learning Outcomes

1. Prepare for work
2. Maintain nursery plants
3. Complete nursery plant maintenance operations

Assessment types

In this unit you will complete the following assessments:

1. Assessment Task 1: Written Assessment
2. Assessment Task 2: Prepare for Work
3. Assessment Task 3: Maintain Nursery Plants
4. Assessment Task 4: Complete Nursery Plant Maintenance

Assessment Cover Sheet

Please complete this form for each assessment task and attach to each of your assessment responses/evidence when you submit these for marking to your Assessor. Your work may not be returned to you we are required to keep it in your file for auditing purposes. Please ensure you have kept a copy.

Student Name| | USI|
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Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Assessor’s Name| | Date Submitted|
Assessment Task Number| Name of Assessment Task| Satisfactory| Not Yet Satisfactory
Assessment Task 1| Written Assignment| ☐| ☐
The following questions are to be completed by the assessor:
Is the Student ready for assessment?| Yes| No
Has the assessment process been explained?| Yes| No
Does the Student understand which evidence is to be collected and how?| Yes| No
Have the Student’s rights and the appeal system been fully explained?| Yes| No
Have you discussed any special needs to be considered during assessment?| No| Yes

Student’s declaration:

• The material I have submitted is my own work.
• None of this work has been completed by any other person and I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
• I have kept a copy of all relevant notes and reference material that I used in the production of my work.
• I have given references for all sources of information that are not my own, including the words, ideas, and images of others.

Student Name| | USI|
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Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Feedback to Student by Assessor
Student’s Signature| | Date|
Assessor Statement| I certify that the student being assessed has the skills, knowledge and abilities as described in the unit of competency and associated assessment requirements. The quality, quantity, currency, and relevance of the assessment evidence enabled me to make a judgement of competency for this student. I have uploaded this student’s evidence for the RTO to certify and forwarded results to the Administration for entry into RTO Student Management System.
Assessor’s name
Please print|
Assessor’s Signature| | Date|

Assessment Task 1: Written Assessment

Student Instructions
Answer all questions in the space provided.
You will be required to have a good understanding of the following areas:

1. Workplace requirements applicable to health and safety in the workplace for nursery plant care
2. Principles and practices of nursery plant care, including:
   a. Basic plant knowledge as it applies to maintaining nursery plants
   b. Common problems that may occur with containerised plants in a growing environment
   c. Hygiene and quality control when tending nursery plants

Benchmark
You must get all questions 100% correct and all documentation requested in this assessment is submitted to gain a satisfactory in this task.
Resources required for this assessment task:

You need to have access to the following:

• Pen and Paper
• This Booklet
• Access to learning materials
• Access to the internet
• Access to a PC and word processing software

Location: Classroom/Computing Lab
Submission
Submit your responses by the due date and in accordance with the general instructions at the beginning of this unit of competency. Attach the Assessment Agreement and the Assessment cover sheet for this assessment task.
Questions to respond to.

Q4| Having basic plant knowledge is crucial for working in a nursery environment. Match the different plant-based terms to their definition.
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Terms:
Photosynthesis Stems Translocation     Roots    Transpiration Respiration        Leaves
| Absorbs oxygen, water and other nutrients from the soil, while also acting as a storage for food produced by the plant.
| Supports leaves, flowers and fruits, while also transporting water and other nutrients throughout the plant.
| Main area that transpiration occurs and are specialised for photosynthesis.
| The process which converts light into energy that can be used by plants.
| Process where sucrose combines with oxygen to produce energy that the plant can use.
| Process where the water moves throughout a plant, and also includes the evaporation of water from the plant.
| The process that moves sucrose and other substances throughout a plant.

Q5

| For each of the hygiene and quality control practices, list three (3) ways to minimise risk of contamination.
Personal hygiene|
Water source management|
Cleaning and storage practices|

Evidence to submit

Assessment Task 2: Preparing for Work

Student Instructions for this task:
For the purpose of this assessment, the supervisor is your assessor. The Assessor is to clarify items the student is unsure about prior to commencing. Student is to complete all tasks as stated and submit all work for assessment by the due date.
You will be required to have a good understanding of the following areas:

1. Confirm care activities to be undertaken with supervisor
2. Recognise potential hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to minimise risks to self and others
3. Select appropriate tools and equipment for the task
4. Select, fit and use personal protective equipment and clothing applicable to the task

Benchmark
Using the Assessment Matrix below you are to achieve at least a rating of 4 to be deemed satisfactory in this task. You must complete all activities in full and you must answer all questions in full.
You must demonstrate that you are able to prepare for work in a retail nursery setting.
All criteria listed in the Assessor’s Checklist must be met to the industry standards specified in this unit.
Location: Plant nursery
Resources:

• The Learning Guide
• Internet and PC
• Plant nursery tools, equipment and materials
• PPE applicable to plant maintenance
• “Nursery Operations and Practice” Booklet located in your Resources Folder
• Access to a real working nursery

Scenario
You are currently employed as a nursery worker at Trees in Newcastle, a retail plant nursery. You have just been given work tasks from your supervisor to maintain three (3) nursery plants.
The Nursery has their own “Nursery Operations and Practice” Booklet located in your Resources Folder which is their Work Instructions and Procedures for the Nursery.
Care Activity Plan for each plant- Document 1 (PC3.4)

Your name|
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Activity| To care for the nursery plants as specified in Assessment Task 3
Tasks/questions| Plant Name (common and scientific)| Plant Name (common and scientific)| Plant Name (common and scientific)
1.Equipment and Tools to be used (PC1.3)| | |
2. What PPE is required? (PC 1.4)| | |
3. What hygiene practices are to be used? (PC 2.1)| | |
4. Fertiliser Type required for this plant -(PC2.2) Liquid/Dry
Granular/Slow-Release Organic/Synthetic| | |
5. What weeds were in or around the plant? (PC 2.3) (Use
common name)| | |
6.How Weeds Were Removed? (PC 2.3)| | |

Care Activity Plan for each plant- Document 1 (PC3.4)

Your name|
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Activity| To care for the nursery plants as specified in Assessment Task 3
Tasks/questions| Plant Name (common and scientific)| Plant Name (common and scientific)| Plant Name (common and scientific)
15. What did you do with the unserviceable tools and equipment? (PC 3.3)| | |
16.Supervisor to verify that the student confirmed the care activities by initialling and dating (PC1.1 and 3.4)| | |

Wearing and Using PPE Demonstration 1

Student’s Name|
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Name of Assessor|
Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Assessment| Assessment Task 2: Prepare for Work- Demonstration on wearing PPE
Instructions for students
You will be observed wearing and using PPE for the activities you must complete. Use this checklist below when demonstrating these skills to your assessor. Refer to Learning Activity 3 in the Learning Guide.
Instructions for the Assessor
You are to record on this sheet whether the Candidate met the criteria below from the demonstration they completed. If they did tick Yes. If not, tick No and make a comment in the feedback section as to why it doesn’t so they can resubmit the required work. Assessors must read the Assessor Guide for further instructions prior to commencing the demonstration.
#| Did the student correctly demonstrate the items below?| Yes| No
| Selection of PPE| |
1| Select appropriate PPE by reading the pesticide label and/or the SDS| |
2| Select coveralls that are made of sturdy material| |
3| Select chemical resistant gloves thickness of 14 mils or more when using chemicals or herbicides| |
4| Make sure the gloves are unlined and long enough to reach the mid-forearm| |
5| Wear socks and close-toed shoes when handling pesticides unless the SDS or the label specifies waterproof boots or boot coverings instead of shoes.| |
6| Boots chosen had a sole pattern that was slip-proof on wet surfaces, which cleans easily, and does not collect mud.| |
7| Chose hat with non-absorbent material such as plastic safari hats with plastic sweatbands.| |
8| Wore compliant safety glasses or goggles over prescription eyewear (not contact lenses) with no scratches or cuts| |
9| Select chemical resistance headgear that protects neck and head.| |
10| Check respirators for wear and damage before and after each use.| |
11| Check all the headbands to make sure they aren’t frayed or damaged.| |
12| Select chemical-resistant suit or apron from neck to knees when mixing and loading chemicals.| |
13| Select protective eyewear such as goggles, a face shield, or safety glasses that have front, side, and brow protection and no padding on the goggles.| |

Safe Work Practices Demonstration – Document 3

Student’s Name|
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Name of Assessor|
Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Assessment| Assessment Task 2: Prepare for Work- Demonstration on implementing safe work practices
Instructions for students
You will be observed during this course on implementing safe work practices as outlined below. Use this checklist below when demonstrating these skills to your assessor.
Instructions for the Assessor
You are to record on this sheet whether the Candidate met the criteria below from the demonstration they complete over a period of time and on at least three occasions. If they did tick Yes. If not, tick No and make a comment in the feedback section as to why it doesn’t so they can resubmit the required work.
#| Did the student correctly demonstrate the items below?| Yes| No| Yes| No| Yes| No
| Date of assessment| | |
1| Wearing PPE when required| | | | | |
2| Undertake an induction on safe working practices| | | | | |
3| Be able to identify hazards and risks and minimise these| | | | | |
4| Use appropriate tools, keep them clean and well maintained| | | | | |
5| Identify unserviceable tools and equipment| | | | | |
6| Follows the rules and requirements as specified on the SDS sheets or in the policies and procedures| | | | | |
7| Use appropriate lifting methods| | | | | |
8| Housekeeping – keep their work area clean, waste disposed of correctly, follow hygiene procedures, dispose of waste appropriately| | | | | |
Feedback to Student
Assessor’s Signature:|
Date:|

Evidence to submit

Assessment Cover Sheet

Please complete this form for each assessment task and attach to each of your assessment responses/evidence when you submit these for marking to your Assessor. Your work may not be returned to you we are required to keep it in your file for auditing purposes. Please ensure you have kept a copy.

Student Name| | USI|
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Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Assessor’s Name| | Date Submitted|
Assessment Task Number| Name of Assessment Task| Satisfactory| Not Yet Satisfactory
Assessment Task 3| Maintain Nursery Plants| ☐| ☐
The following questions are to be completed by the assessor:
Is the Student ready for assessment?| Yes| No
Has the assessment process been explained?| Yes| No
Does the Student understand which evidence is to be collected and how?| Yes| No
Have the Student’s rights and the appeal system been fully explained?| Yes| No
Have you discussed any special needs to be considered during assessment?| No| Yes

Student’s declaration:

• The material I have submitted is my own work.
• None of this work has been completed by any other person and I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student/s.
• I have kept a copy of all relevant notes and reference material that I used in the production of my work.
• I have given references for all sources of information that are not my own, including the words, ideas, and images of others.

Assessment Task 3: Maintain Nursery Plants

Student Instructions
This task cannot be completed until you have completed and submitted Assessment Task 2: Prepare for Work.
Now that you have prepared for your work activities, you must now perform them.
The Assessor is to clarify items the student is unsure about prior to commencing. Student is to complete all tasks as stated and submit all work for assessment by the due date.
You are required to identify the diseases in three nursery plants.
You will be required to have a good understanding of the following areas:

1. Follow hygiene practices to minimise risk of contamination
2. Prepare and apply fertiliser according to work instructions
3. Identify weeds and remove from pots as directed
4. Block and space plants according to space requirements and instructions
5. Prune plants using the required tools and safe work practices and according to instructions
6. Stake and tie plants using the required materials and according to instructions

Benchmark
Using the Assessment Matrix below you are to achieve at least a rating of 4 to be deemed satisfactory in this task. You must complete all activities in full and you must answer all questions in full.
You must demonstrate that you are able to maintain nursery plants.
All criteria listed in the Assessor’s Checklist must be met to the industry standards specified in this unit.
Location : Plant retail nursery.
Resources:

• The Learning Guide
• Internet and PC
• Fertiliser
• Tools, equipment and materials applicable to work requirements
• PPE applicable to work requirements
• Water and watering equipment
• Nursery plants needing fertilising and weeding
• Stakes, ties etc.
• Plant Care Card for three plants
• Access to a real working nursery

Evidence to submit

Assessment Task 4: Complete Nursery Plant Maintenance Operations

Student Instructions
To ensure good nursery hygiene you are required to follow workplace procedures to avoid contamination and to keep the workplace neat and tidy. You will demonstrate the following skills to your Assessor over a period of time. Complete all aspects of the Care Activity Plan for each of the three plants.
You will be required to have a good understanding of the following areas:

1.  Remove and dispose of any plant or other waste
2.  Clean tools and equipment
3.  Disinfect tools and equipment
4. Maintain and store tools and equipment
5. Identify and report unserviceable tools and equipment
6. Record and report nursery plant care and maintenance

Benchmark
Using the Assessment Matrix below you are to achieve at least a rating of 4 to be deemed satisfactory in this task. You must complete all activities in full and you must answer all questions in full. You must demonstrate that you are able to complete the plant maintenance operations and meet the criteria in the Assessor’s Checklist through demonstration of these activities.
Location: Plant nursery.
Resources:

•  The Learning Guide
• Internet and PC
• Tools, equipment, and materials applicable to work requirements
• PPE applicable to work requirements
• Disposal site or bin to collect plant waste
• Care Activity Plan for each plant
• Tagging out labels
• Work Instruction for maintaining, storing and cleaning of tools and equipment

Evidence to submit

Record of Assessment Outcomes

This section records all the evidence used to form the final assessment decision. Please document all types of evidence used in this assessment.

Student Name|
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Unit of Competency| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Assessment Requirements| Task Outcomes
Satisfactory (S)| Not Satisfactory (NS)| Resubmit
Assessment Task 1: Written Assignment| ☐| ☐| ☐
Assessment Task 2: Prepare for Work| ☐| ☐| ☐
Assessment Task 3: Maintain Nursery Work Tasks 1-7| ☐| ☐| ☐
Assessment Task 4: Complete Nursery Plant Maintenance Operations| ☐| ☐| ☐
Overall Assessment Outcome
☐ Competent| ☐ Not Yet Competent| ☐ Resubmit
If a resubmission is required what additional evidence or corrections are required?
Assessor Name:|
Assessors Signature:| | Date|

Appendix 1 – Student Survey

At the end of each unit, we would like to collect feedback, so we can identify areas for improvement in our materials. Circle or highlight the response you wish to use. We would appreciate your assistance by providing your constructive feedback.
Please complete the survey and return it to Claydon Brothers Pty Ltd by email: sales@claydonbrothers.com.au.
Thank you for your time.

Qualification code and name|
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Unit code and name| AHCNSY206 – Care for nursery plants (Release 1)
Date:|
Please read the statements below and circle the most appropriate response:| Strongly Disagree| Disagree| Neutral| Agree| Strongly Agree
1. The amount of time for the assessment was appropriate.| 1| 2| 3| 4| 5
2. The training and assessment materials for this unit were suitable to my learning style and easy to use.| 1| 2| 3| 4| 5
3.  The content was interesting and engaging.| 1| 2| 3| 4| 5
4.  The topics were presented in a logical sequence.| 1| 2| 3| 4| 5
5. The assessment tasks were clear; and it was easy for me to understand what was required of me.| 1| 2| 3| 4| 5
6.  What did you find most interesting or useful about this unit?
7.  What, if anything, did you find the least useful about the unit?
8. Please make any constructive suggestions that would improve these materials for future students?

Thank you for providing your valuable feedback.

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