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Identify, select and specify trees

KHU-AGR-0046

Australian Equivalent

AHCARB508

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, select and specify a range of trees in a range of urban and regional applications for local government and legal contexts. It requires the documentation of specification of trees and their respective growing environment in residential, commercial, public open spaces and amenity areas. The unit applies to individuals who work in arboriculture and 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. Legislation, regulations and by-laws relating to the treatment and removal of trees apply in some states and territories.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Determine tree selection criteria

0046.E1.O1Develop tree selection brief in consultation with client

0046.E1.O2Undertake site inspection to identify site conditions and constraints

0046.E1.O3Identify tree selection limitations according to legislative, regulatory and Australian standards

0046.E1.O4Determine functional life expectancy of site and planting

0046.E1.O5Assess tree characteristics suitable for the site conditions and constraints according to client brief

0046.E1.O6Assess and confirm the suitability of trees as a valid option for site

E2Identify and select trees

0046.E2.O1Determine dimensions of site for planting according to client brief

0046.E2.O2Estimate available root zone profile of site for planting

0046.E2.O3Assess and verify root zone profile is proportional to proposed tree size according to client brief

0046.E2.O4Assess environmental and hydrological conditions and consider impact on tree selection

0046.E2.O5Test and assess root zone profile physical and chemical properties to assist tree selection

0046.E2.O6Recommend soil/media amendments for planting site according to test result outcomes

0046.E2.O7Identify and evaluate performance of trees common in local region for suitability of selection

0046.E2.O8Use reference materials to identify and select trees with characteristics conforming to site conditions, selection criteria and client brief

0046.E2.O9Compile and update a database of tree selections and characteristics

E3Specify trees

0046.E3.O1Research and select availability, type and size of tree stock for selected trees

0046.E3.O2Select size and type of tree stock according to tree production characteristics and Australian quality standards for tree stock

0046.E3.O3Verify tree selection against selection criteria, size and quantities with client

0046.E3.O4Determine planting method and specification appropriate to the species and the site

0046.E3.O5Document specifications for selected trees according to industry and Australian standards

E4Verify quality of tree and materials on delivery

0046.E4.O1Inspect selected plants on site for quality and quantities according to specifications

0046.E4.O2Inspect delivered materials for root zone profile for quality and quantity according to specifications

0046.E4.O3Record quality check results according to workplace procedures

E5Correlate and present a report

0046.E5.O1Produce a report of the identification, selection and specification process, and incorporate correlated records according to industry standards

0046.E5.O2Present client or organisation with report