Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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Assessment Packages

Access trees for inspection

KHU-AGR-0038

Australian Equivalent

AHCARB322

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access trees for inspection. It does not describe the skills and knowledge required to access trees to conduct arboricultural work, tree pruning or removal. The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare site and inspect equipment

0038.E1.O1Confirm access to site and scope of works according to workplace procedures

0038.E1.O2Undertake a site-specific job safety analysis (JSA), record and implement control measures according to workplace safety procedures

0038.E1.O3Confirm availability of first aid and rescue personnel, equipment and procedures

0038.E1.O4Conduct pre-operational preparations and safety checks, on ropes, harnesses, tools and climbing equipment

0038.E1.O5Select, check and use personal protective equipment

E2Prepare to access tree

0038.E2.O1Inspect tree to determine efficient low-risk access route and climbing method through discussion with work team

0038.E2.O2Select and prepare climbing equipment according to manufacturer instructions, workplace health and safety regulations and industry standards

0038.E2.O3Configure climbing equipment components to form functional tree climbing system appropriate to the access method selected

0038.E2.O4Tie, dress, set and finish climbing knots and hitches according to climbing system

0038.E2.O5Conduct pre-climb checks of configured systems to ensure compatibility, safety and function according to selected climbing system, industry standards and manufacturer instructions

E3Access tree safely to work position

0038.E3.O1Select and install suitable anchor points according to access method selected

0038.E3.O2Use climbing equipment to ascend tree to suitable work positions within crown using safe access route

0038.E3.O3Undertake transitions between attachment points safely to reach suitable work positions

0038.E3.O4Communicate with work team during operations according to work site and environmental conditions using methods agreed with work team

0038.E3.O5Maintain awareness and clearances to avoid power lines according to workplace safety procedures

E4Descend from tree

0038.E4.O1Descend tree using climbing equipment in a controlled manner

0038.E4.O2Remove all climbing equipment safely in a controlled manner according to manufacturer instructions

0038.E4.O3Inspect, clean, maintain and store climbing and safety equipment according to manufacturer instructions