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?
Undertake site assessment
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Specific species are identified and their fruiting, flowering and foliage characteristics recorded according to enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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Trees are assessed to determine suitability for pruning based upon the overall health and vigour of specimens. Completed |
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Branches are examined and their vitality and integrity of attachment ascertained to ensure the program can be safely implemented. Completed |
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Site conditions are assessed for equipment, personnel and access requirements. Completed |
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Site environmental concerns are assessed in relation to relevant legislation and/or regulations that may impact on a tree pruning program. Completed |
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Existing and/or potential OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls recommended. Completed |
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Plan a pruning program
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Pruning requirements including appropriate pruning techniques are determined according to management and/or client needs and the site assessment. Completed |
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Appropriate pruning tools, equipment and machinery are determined according to the pruning requirements and site assessment. Completed |
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Pruning strategies are planned with regard to mass energy ratios and compartmentalisation of decay in trees (CODIT) principles to ensure pruning is undertaken with minimum stress to trees, and without damage to property or personnel. Completed |
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Pruning program is documented and communicated to relevant personnel in accordance with enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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Monitor a pruning program
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Completed program is assessed to ensure pruning has been undertaken according to the identified program. Completed |
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Pruned trees are monitored over time to ensure they are able to sustain growth and are restored to their natural habit and form. Completed |
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Any pruning that causes stress is rectified. Completed |
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Treatments undertaken during monitoring are recorded for later reference. Completed |
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