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SEG Awards ABC Level 3
Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture
Qualification Guidance – Pathways Production and Commercial Horticulture
Landscaping
Sports Turf – Greenkeeper
Sports Turf – Groundsman
Parks, Gardens and Green Space
England
601/2522/6
Wales
C00/0619/5
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................. 1
Aims ....................................................................................... 1
Target Group ........................................................................... 1
Progression Opportunities .......................................................... 2
Language ................................................................................ 2
Qualification Summary .............................................................. 3
Unit Details ............................................................................ 22
Promote Monitor and Maintain Health Safety and Security of
the Workplace ................................................................. 23
Estimate and Programme Resource Requirements ................ 35
Manage Your Own Resources ............................................. 43
Provide Nutrients to Plants or Crops ................................... 58
Monitor the Development of Crops or Plants ........................ 70
Plan and Manage the Control of Pests Diseases and Disorders 82
Specify the Maintenance of Landscapes .............................. 99
Monitor Landscape Maintenance and Inspect Landscape
Features and Facilities .................................................... 109
Evaluate Ground and Environmental Conditions to Establish
Grassed and Planted Areas .............................................. 125
Prepare Sites for Soft Landscape Establishment ................. 138
Establish Grass Swards ................................................... 149
Plan the Maintenance Repair and Renovation of Sports Turf
Areas ........................................................................... 160
Plan and Set Out Sports Areas ......................................... 174
Maintain Irrigation Systems ............................................ 184
Manage Information for Action ........................................ 196
Installing Drainage Systems ............................................ 213
D/502/1229 Installing Drainage Systems – Level 2 ............ 216
Maintain Drainage Systems ............................................. 224
T/502/1222 Maintain Drainage Systems – Level 2 .............. 226
Design and Install Drainage Systems ............................... 233
Monitor and Adjust Watering Systems for Crops or Plants ... 239
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Manage Site Clearance and Preparation for Planting ........... 250
Prepare For and Maintain the Planting of Crops or Plants..... 265
Promote and Monitor the Growth of Crops or Plants ........... 279
Plan and Prepare Growing Media ...................................... 293
Plan and Collect Propagation Material ............................... 305
Prepare and Establish Propagation Material ....................... 317
Plan and Implement Seed Propagation ............................. 331
Plan and Monitor Harvesting Operations............................ 346
Prepare and Store Harvested Crops .................................. 360
Plan and Manage the Collection of Orders ......................... 371
Prepare Collected Orders for Dispatch .............................. 385
Prepare Monitor and Adjust Environmental Conditions for
Protected Crops or Plants ................................................ 396
Plant Nomenclature and Structure .................................... 407
Communicate Information within the Workplace ................ 412
Y/502/1195 Communicate Information within the Workplace –
Level 3 ......................................................................... 414
Plan and Maintain Supplies of Physical Resources within the
Work Area..................................................................... 421
Prepare and Maintain Equipment and Machines .................. 429
Transplant Large Root-Balled Plants ................................. 444
Prepare and Apply Pesticides ........................................... 456
Identify the Need For and Plan Habitat Management Work .. 475
Co-Ordinate and Oversee Habitat Management Work ......... 488
Monitor and Evaluate the Effectiveness of Habitat Management
Work ............................................................................ 502
Encourage and Motivate Volunteers .................................. 511
Manage the Work of Volunteers ....................................... 522
Establish and Maintain Conditions Appropriate To the Welfare of
Animals ........................................................................ 545
Lead the Work of Teams and Individuals to Achieve Their
Objectives ..................................................................... 552
Improve Customer Service .............................................. 558
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Monitor and Solve Customer Service Problems .................. 566
Manage Budgets ............................................................ 575
Implement a Marketing Plan ............................................ 580
Maintain and Develop Decorative Horticultural Features ...... 585
Set and Mark Out Landscape Sites to Establish Grassed and
Planted Areas ................................................................ 599
Establish Planted Areas ................................................... 612
Plan and Maintain Planted Areas ...................................... 624
Plan and Renovate Planted Areas ..................................... 637
Prepare Sites for Landscape Works .................................. 649
Supporting Unit Information ............................................ 653
Laying Hard Surfaces for External Landscaping .................. 664
Construct Free Standing Walls ......................................... 674
Install Hard Landscape Features and Structures ................. 684
Plan and Construct Water Features .................................. 693
Construct Rock Gardens ................................................. 706
Repair and Restore Walls ................................................ 716
Restore Soft Landscape Areas ......................................... 722
Design Landscape Areas and Specify Materials and
Components .................................................................. 735
Assess the Characteristics of Sites ................................... 744
Prepare To Undertake and Report on a Field Survey ........... 760
Work With and Consult the Local Community .................... 771
Research and Plan Environmental Interpretations .............. 779
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for People ............... 793
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for Physical Features 802
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for Animals ............. 811
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for Habitat Types ..... 818
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for Plants ................ 827
Conduct and Report on a Field Survey for Access Networks . 835
Exhume Coffins and Remains .......................................... 845
Work With Children and Young People during Environmental
Activities ....................................................................... 852
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Deal With Accidents and Emergencies Involving Children and
Young People during Environmental Activities .................... 863
Plan Deliver and Evaluate Environmental Projects .............. 873
Appendices .......................................................................... 892
This is a live document and as such will be updated when required.
It is the responsibility of the approved centre to ensure the most
up-to-date version of the Qualification Guide is in use. Any
amendments will be published on our website and centres are
encouraged to check this site regularly.
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Introduction
This qualification has been developed for the Higher Level Apprenticeship in Horticulture (England) framework.
It is designed for learners who are either pursuing a career in horticulture
or who wish to commence one. It enables learners to develop their skills,
knowledge and understanding by following one of six pathways. There are
mandatory units that all learners must take as well as specific units,
depending upon the pathway chosen.
The qualification covers the following areas: Production and Commercial
Horticulture; Horticulture; Landscaping; Sports Turf (Greenkeeper and
Groundsman); Parks, Gardens and Green Space; and Cemeteries.
Aims
The ABC Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture aims to:
Provide learners with the opportunity to acquire the essential skills, knowledge
and understanding required to work in horticulture
Provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment for learners to
develop their competence to the horticulture industry
Develop underpinning knowledge within the subject area, by promoting and
encouraging the development of new techniques and learning activities.
Target Group
This qualification is designed for those learners who are aged 16 or over
and who are working in the Horticulture Sector, either in paid or unpaid
employment.
ABC expects approved centres to recruit with integrity on the basis of a
learner’s ability to contribute to and successfully complete all the
requirements of a unit(s) or the full qualification
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Progression Opportunities
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress on to other pathways
within the ABC Level 3Diplomas in Work-Based Horticulture, into
employment, gain promotion to a more senior position within existing
employment or progress into an Apprenticeship in the sector.
In addition, achievement of ABC Level 3 qualifications may also provide a
solid foundation upon which to develop skills in supervising and managing
people supporting progression to higher levels of responsibility and opening
up the possibility of entrepreneurial activities such as starting one’s own
business.
Centres should be aware that Reasonable Adjustments which may be
permitted for assessment may in some instances limit a learner’s
progression into the sector. Centres must, therefore, inform learners of
any limits their learning difficulty may impose on future progression
Language
These specifications and associated assessment materials are in English
only.
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Qualification Summary
Qualifications and Pathways
L3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Production and Commercial
Horticulture)
L3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Landscaping)
L3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Sports Turf – Groundsman)
L3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Sports Turf – Greenkeeper)
L3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Parks, Gardens and Green Space)
Qualification
Number 601/2522/6
Qualifications Wales
Number C00/0619/5
Regulated The qualifications identified above are all
regulated by Ofqual and Qualifications Wales
Assessment
Internal assessment, internal and external
moderation
Specific requirements and restrictions may
apply to individual units within qualifications.
Please check unit and qualification details for
specific information.
Grading Pass
Operational Start
Date 01/02/2014
Review Date 31/08/2020
Operational End Date
31/12/2019 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Production and Commercial
Horticulture)
31/12/2019 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Landscaping)
31/12/2019 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Sports Turf – Groundsman)
31/12/2019 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Sports Turf – Greenkeeper)
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31/12/2019 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Parks, Gardens and Green Space)
Certification End Date
31/12/2020 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Production and Commercial
Horticulture)
31/12/2020 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Landscaping)
31/12/2020 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Sports Turf – Groundsman)
31/12/2020 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Sports Turf – Greenkeeper)
31/12/2020 - L3 Diploma in Work-Based
Horticulture (Parks, Gardens and Green Space)
ABC Sector Landbased
Ofqual SSA Sector 03.2 Horticulture and Forestry
Stakeholder Support Lantra
Contact See ABC website for the Centre Support Officer
responsible for these qualifications
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Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Production and
Commercial Horticulture Pathway)
Rules of Combination: Learners must achieve a minimum of 57 credits
from this pathway. This must include 32 credits from the mandatory
units. Learners may achieve a maximum of 9 credits at Level 2.
Unit Level Credit
Value
GLH
Production and Commercial Horticulture Pathway
Mandatory Units
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety
and security [D/502/1523] 3 6 39
Estimate and programme resource
requirements [Y/502/0502] 3 4 26
Manage your own resources [F/501/2989] 2 7 70
Provide nutrients to plants or crops
[K/502/0956] 3 6 39
Monitor the development of crops or plants
[M/502/0957] 3 4 26
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases
and disorders [R/502/1471] 3 5 33
Optional Units – Group B
Maintain irrigation systems [F/502/1272] 3 3 19
Manage information for action [A/501/2988] 3 7 46
Installing drainage systems [D/502/1229] 2 3 23
Maintain drainage systems [T/502/1222] 2 3 23
Design and install drainage systems
[R/502/1227] 3 4 26
Monitor and adjust watering systems for crops
or plants [Y/502/1228] 3 5 33
Manage site clearance and preparation for
planting [H/502/1281] 3 6 39
Prepare for and maintain the planting of crops
or plants [H/502/0955] 3 6 39
Promote and monitor the growth of crops or
plants [Y/502/1181] 3 4 26
Plan and prepare growing media [K/502/0858] 3 6 39
Plan and collect propagation material
[D/502/1182] 3 5 33
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Prepare and establish propagation material
[T/502/1012] 3 6 39
Plan and implement seed propagation
[Y/502/0855] 3 7 46
Plan and monitor harvesting operations
[R/502/0952] 3 6 39
Prepare and store harvested crops
[Y/502/0953] 3 6 39
Plan and manage the collection of orders
[R/502/1180] 3 8 52
Prepare collected orders for dispatch
[A/502/1013] 3 6 39
Prepare, monitor and adjust environmental
conditions for protected crops or plants
[M/502/0859]
3 5 33
Plant nomenclature and structure [T/505/4978] 3 5 22
Communicate information within the workplace
[Y/502/1195] 3 2 13
Plan and maintain supplies of physical
resources within the work area [J/502/1449] 3 3 13
Prepare and maintain equipment and machines
[K/501/0492] 3 3 19
Transport large root-balled plants [A/502/1450] 3 4 26
Prepare and apply pesticides [J/502/1516] 3 7 46
Identify the need for and plan habitat
management work [T/502/1530] 3 4 26
Co-ordinate and oversee habitat management
work [A/502/1531] 3 4 26
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of
habitat management work [F/502/1532] 3 4 26
Encourage and motivate volunteers
[J/502/1645] 3 5 33
Manage the work of volunteers [D/502/1599] 3 6 39
Establish and maintain conditions appropriate
to the welfare of animals [K/502/1850] 2 3 23
Lead the work of teams and individuals to
achieve their objectives [K/505/4993] 3 4 26
Improve customer service [D/505/5011] 3 7 47
Monitor and solve customer service problems
[H/505/5012] 3 6 40
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Manage budgets [D/505/5008] 4 5 20
Implement a marketing plan [R/505/5006] 3 4 26
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Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Landscaping
Pathway)
Rules of Combination: Learners must achieve a minimum of 57 credits
from this pathway. This must include 27 credits from the mandatory units
plus at least 10 credits from Group B (all remaining credits can be made
up from this group). Any remaining credits may be made up from units in
Group C. Learners may achieve a maximum of 9 credits at Level 2.
Unit Level Credit
Value
GLH
Landscaping Pathway
Mandatory Units
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety
and security [D/502/1523] 3 6 39
Estimate and programme resource
requirements [Y/502/0502] 3 4 26
Manage your own resources [F/501/2989] 2 7 70
Specify the maintenance of landscapes
[J/502/1225] 3 6 39
Monitor landscape maintenance and inspect
landscape features and facilities [K/502/1282] 3 4 26
Optional Units – Group B
Provide nutrients to plants or crops
[K/502/0956] 3 6 39
Monitor the development of crops or plants
[M/502/0957] 3 4 26
Evaluate ground and environmental conditions
to establish grassed and planted areas
[L/502/0500]
3 3 19
Prepare sites for soft landscape establishment
[D/502/0503] 3 3 19
Establish grass swards [H/502/0857] 3 3 19
Maintain irrigation systems [F/502/1272] 3 3 19
Installing drainage systems [D/502/1229] 2 3 23
Maintain drainage systems [T/502/1222] 2 3 23
Design and install drainage systems
[R/502/1227] 3 4 26
Monitor and adjust watering systems for crops
or plants [Y/502/1228] 3 5 33
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Manage site clearance and preparation for
planting [H/502/1281] 3 6 39
Plan and collect propagation material
[D/502/1182] 3 5 33
Prepare and establish propagation material
[T/502/1012] 3 6 39
Plan and implement seed propagation
[Y/502/0855] 3 7 46
Plant nomenclature and structure [T/505/4978] 3 5 22
Maintain and develop decorative horticultural
features [D/502/1280] 3 8 52
Set and mark out landscape sites to establish
grassed and planted areas [H/502/0499] 3 3 19
Establish planted areas [D/502/0856] 3 3 19
Plan and maintain planted areas [D/502/0498] 3 3 19
Plan and renovate planted areas [Y/502/0497] 3 3 19
Prepare sites for landscape works [H/502/1183] 3 6 39
Laying hard surfaces for external landscaping
[T/502/1186] 2 4 30
Construct free standing walls [A/502/1187] 2 4 30
Install hard landscape features and structures
[F/502/1188] 2 6 45
Plan and construct water features [F/502/1191] 3 6 39
Construct rock gardens [J/502/1189] 2 6 45
Repair and restore walls [M/502/1283] 3 4 26
Restore soft landscape areas [A/502/1190] 3 4 26
Optional Units – Group C
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases
and disorders [R/502/1471] 3 5 33
Manage information for action [A/501/2988] 3 7 46
Communicate information within the workplace
[Y/502/1195] 3 2 13
Plan and maintain supplies of physical
resources within the work area [J/502/1449] 3 3 13
Prepare and maintain equipment and machines
[K/501/0492] 3 3 19
Transport large root-balled plants [A/502/1450] 3 4 26
Prepare and apply pesticides [J/502/1516] 3 7 46
Lead the work of teams and individuals to
achieve their objectives [K/505/4993] 3 4 26
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Improve customer service [D/505/5011] 3 7 47
Monitor and solve customer service problems
[H/505/5012] 3 6 40
Manage budgets [D/505/5008] 4 5 20
Implement a marketing plan [R/505/5006] 3 4 26
Design landscape areas and specify materials
and components [L/501/0503] 3 9 59
Assess the characteristics of sites [K/501/0525] 3 9 59
Prepare to undertake and report on a field
survey [T/502/3276] 2 4 30
Work with and consult the local community
[L/502/3168] 2 3 23
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Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Sports Turf-
Groundsman Pathway)
Rules of Combination: Learners must achieve a minimum of 57 credits of
which 45 credits must be from the mandatory units. The remaining credit
can be made up of from units in Groups B and/or C. Please note learners
who choose unit T/502/3276 must complete 2 other units from Group C.
Learners may achieve a maximum of 9 credits at Level 2.
Unit Level Credit
Value
GLH
Sports Turf – Groundsman Pathway
Mandatory Units
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety
and security [D/502/1523] 3 6 39
Estimate and programme resource
requirements [Y/502/0502] 3 4 26
Manage your own resources [F/501/2989] 2 7 70
Evaluate ground and environmental conditions
to establish grassed and planted areas
[L/502/0500]
3 3 19
Prepare sites for soft landscape establishment
[D/502/0503] 3 3 19
Establish grass swards [H/502/0857] 3 3 19
Plan the maintenance, repair and renovation of
sports turf areas [H/502/0504] 3 6 39
Plan and set out sports area [R/502/0501] 3 3 19
Maintain irrigation systems [F/502/1272] 3 3 19
Manage information for action [A/501/2988] 3 7 46
Optional Units – Group B
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases
and disorders [R/502/1471] 3 5 33
Maintain drainage systems [T/502/1222] 2 3 23
Design and install drainage systems
[R/502/1227] 3 4 26
Prepare and maintain equipment and machines
[K/501/0492] 3 3 19
Prepare and apply pesticides [J/502/1516] 3 7 46
Encourage and motivate volunteers
[J/502/1645] 3 5 33
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Manage the work of volunteers [D/502/1599] 3 6 39
Lead the work of teams and individuals to
achieve their objectives [K/505/4993] 3 4 26
Manage budgets [D/505/5008] 4 5 20
Implement a marketing plan [R/505/5006] 3 4 26
Set and mark out landscape sites to establish
grassed and planted areas [H/502/0499] 3 3 19
Establish planted areas [D/502/0856] 3 3 19
Prepare sites for landscape works
[H/502/1183] 3 6 39
Research and plan environmental
interpretations [R/502/3236] 3 5 33
Optional Units - Group C
Prepare to undertake and report on a field
survey [T/502/3276] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for people
[M/502/3275] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
physical features [A/502/3277] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
animals [F/502/3278] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for habitat
types [F/502/3281] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for plants
[A/502/3280] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for access
networks [J/502/3279] 2 4 30
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Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Sports Turf-
Greenkeeper Pathway)
Rules of Combination: Learners must achieve a minimum of 57 credits of
which 45 credits must be from the mandatory units. The remaining credit
can be made up of from units in Groups B and/or C. Please note learners
who choose unit T/502/3276 must complete 2 other units from Group C.
Learners may achieve a maximum of 9 credits at Level 2.
Unit Level Credit
Value
GLH
Sports Turf – Greenkeeper Pathway
Mandatory Units
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety
and security [D/5021523] 3 6 39
Estimate and programme resource
requirements [Y/502/0502] 3 4 26
Manage your own resources [F/501/2989] 2 7 70
Evaluate ground and environmental conditions
to establish grassed and planted areas
[L/502/0500]
3 3 19
Prepare sites for soft landscape establishment
[D/502/0503] 3 3 19
Establish grass swards [H/502/0857] 3 3 19
Plan the maintenance, repair and renovation of
sports turf areas [H/502/0504] 3 6 39
Plan and set out sports area [R/502/0501] 3 3 19
Maintain irrigation systems [F/502/1272] 3 3 19
Manage information for action [A/501/2988] 3 7 46
Optional Units – Group B
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases
and disorders [R/502/1471] 3 5 33
Maintain drainage systems [T/502/1222] 2 3 23
Design and install drainage systems
[R/502/1227] 3 4 26
Prepare and maintain equipment and machines
[K/501/0492] 3 3 19
Prepare and apply pesticides [J/502/1516] 3 7 46
Encourage and motivate volunteers
[J/502/1645] 3 5 33
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Manage the work of volunteers [D/502/1599] 3 6 39
Lead the work of teams and individuals to
achieve their objectives [K/505/4993] 3 4 26
Manage budgets [D/505/5008] 4 5 20
Implement a marketing plan [R/505/5006] 3 4 26
Set and mark out landscape sites to establish
grassed and planted areas [H/502/0499] 3 3 19
Establish planted areas [D/502/0856] 3 3 19
Prepare sites for landscape works [
H/502/1183] 3 6 39
Research and plan environmental
interpretations (R/502/3236] 3 5 33
Optional Units - Group C
Prepare to undertake and report on a field
survey [T/502/3276] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for people
[M/502/3275] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
physical features [A/502/3277] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
animals [F/502/3278] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for habitat
types [F/502/3281] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for plants
[A/502/3280] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for access
networks [J/502/3279] 2 4 30
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Level 3 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Parks, Gardens and
Green Space Pathway)
Rules of Combination: Learners must achieve 57 credits of which 22
credits must come from the mandatory units plus 15 credits must be
achieved for the optional units in Group B. Learners may achieve any
units from Group C and/or D to make up the credit. Please note learners
who choose unit T/502/3276 must complete 2 other units from Group D.
Learners may achieve a maximum of 9 credits at Level 2.
Unit Level Credit
Value
GLH
Parks, Gardens and Green Space Pathway
Mandatory Units
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety
and security [D/5021523] 3 6 39
Estimate and programme resource
requirements [Y/502/0502] 3 4 26
Manage your own resources [F/501/2989] 2 7 70
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases
and disorders [R/502/1471] 3 5 33
Optional Units – Group B
Provide nutrients to plants or crops
[K/502/0956] 3 6 39
Monitor the development of crops or plants
[M/502/0957] 3 4 26
Specify the maintenance of landscapes
[J/502/1225] 3 6 39
Monitor landscape maintenance and inspect
landscape features and facilities [K/502/1282] 3 4 26
Evaluate ground and environmental conditions
to establish grassed and planted areas
[L/502/0500]
3 3 19
Prepare sites for soft landscape establishment
[D/502/0503] 3 3 19
Establish grass swards [H/502/0857] 3 3 19
Plan the maintenance, repair and renovation of
sports turf areas [H/502/0504] 3 6 39
Plan and set out sports area [R/502/0501] 3 3 19
Maintain irrigation systems [F/502/1272] 3 3 19
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Installing drainage systems [D/502/1229] 2 3 23
Maintain drainage systems [T/502/1222] 2 3 23
Design and install drainage systems
[R/502/1227] 3 4 26
Monitor and adjust watering systems for crops
or plants [Y/502/1228] 3 5 33
Manage site clearance and preparation for
planting [H/502/1281] 3 6 39
Prepare for and maintain the planting of crops
or plants [H/502/0955] 3 6 39
Promote and monitor the growth of crops or
plants [Y/502/1181] 3 4 26
Plan and prepare growing media [K/502/0858] 3 6 39
Plan and collect propagation material
[D/502/1182] 3 5 33
Prepare and establish propagation material
[T/502/1012] 3 6 39
Plan and implement seed propagation
[Y/502/0855] 3 7 46
Plan and manage the collection of orders
[R/502/1180] 3 8 52
Prepare collected orders for dispatch
[A/502/1013] 3 6 39
Prepare, monitor and adjust environmental
conditions for protected crops or plants
[M/502/0859]
3 5 33
Plant nomenclature and structure [T/505/4978] 3 5 22
Maintain and develop decorative horticultural
features [D/502/1280] 3 8 52
Set and mark out landscape sites to establish
grassed and planted areas [H/502/0499] 3 3 19
Establish planted areas [D/502/0856] 3 3 19
Plan and maintain planted areas [D/502/0498] 3 3 19
Plan and renovate planted areas [Y/502/0497] 3 3 19
Prepare sites for landscape works [H/502/1183] 3 6 39
Laying hard surfaces for external landscaping
[T/502/1186] 2 4 30
Construct free standing walls [A/502/1187] 2 4 30
Install hard landscape features and structures
[F/502/1188] 2 6 45
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Plan and construct water features [F/502/1191] 3 6 39
Construct rock gardens [J/502/1189] 2 6 45
Repair and restore walls [M/502/1283] 3 4 26
Restore soft landscape areas [A/502/1190] 3 4 26
Exhume coffins and remains [Y/502/0483] 2 4 30
Optional Units - Group C
Manage information for action [A/501/2988] 3 7 46
Communicate information within the workplace
[Y/502/1195] 3 2 13
Plan and maintain supplies of physical
resources within the work area [J/502/1449] 3 3 13
Prepare and maintain equipment and machines
[K/501/0492] 3 3 19
Transport large root-balled plants [A/502/1450] 3 4 26
Prepare and apply pesticides [J/502/1516] 3 7 46
Identify the need for and plan habitat
management work [T/502/1530] 3 4 26
Co-ordinate and oversee habitat management
work [A/502/1531] 3 4 26
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of
habitat management work [F/502/1532] 3 4 26
Encourage and motivate volunteers
[J/502/1645] 3 5 33
Manage the work of volunteers [D/502/1599] 3 6 39
Lead the work of teams and individuals to
achieve their objectives [K/505/4993] 3 4 26
Improve customer service [D/505/5011] 3 7 47
Monitor and solve customer service problems
[H/505/5012] 3 6 40
Manage budgets [D/505/5008] 4 5 20
Implement a marketing plan [R/505/5006] 3 4 26
Design landscape areas and specify materials
and components [L/501/0503] 3 9 59
Assess the characteristics of sites [K/501/0525] 3 9 59
Work with and consult the local community
[L/502/3168] 2 3 23
Research and plan environmental
interpretations [R/502/3236] 3 5 33
Work with children and young people during
environmental activities [J/502/3282] 2 3 23
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Deal with accidents and emergencies involving
children and young people during
environmental activities [L/502/3283]
2 4 30
Plan, deliver and evaluate environmental
projects [A/502/3232] 3 10 65
Optional Units - Group D
Prepare to undertake and report on a field
survey [T/502/3276] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for people
[M/502/3275] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
physical features [A/502/3277] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for
animals [F/502/3278] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for habitat
types [F/502/3281] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for plants
[A/502/3280] 2 4 30
Conduct and report on a field survey for access
networks [J/502/3279] 2 4 30
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Qualification
Purpose
D. Confirm occupational competence and/or 'licence
to practice'
D1. Confirm competence in an occupational role to
the standards required
Entry
Requirements
16+
Age Range Pre 16 16 – 18 18+ 19 +
LARS Reference 60125226
Recommended
GLH2
370
Recommended
TQT3
570
Credit Value 57
Type of Funding
Available See LARS (Learning Aim Rates Service)
Minimum
Qualification Fee See ABC website for current fees and charges
Unit Fee
Unit fees are based upon a unit’s individual credit
value. Please see the ABC website for the current
fee charged per credit
Additional
Information
Independent assessment is required for certain
units within each pathway if it is being used for an
apprenticeship
See ABC website for resources available for this
qualification
2 See Glossary of Terms 3 See Glossary of Terms
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Independent Assessment Units
If the learner is completing this qualification as part of an apprenticeship,
they will be required to complete the knowledge aspect of certain units
within each pathway via independent assessment. The units that require
independent assessment are listed in the tables below for each pathway:
Production and Commercial Horticulture Pathway
Unit Knowledge
Credits
Promote, monitor, and maintain health and safety and
security
3
Estimate and programme resource requirements for
landscaping
3
Manage your own resources 2
Monitor the development of crops or plants 2
Landscaping Pathway
Unit Knowledge
Credits
Promote, monitor, and maintain health and safety and
security
3
Estimate and programme resource requirements for
landscaping
3
Manage your own resources 2
Monitor landscape maintenance and inspect landscape features and facilities
2
Sports Turf – Greenkeeper Pathway
Unit Knowledge
Credits
Promote, monitor, and maintain health and safety and
security
3
Estimate and programme resource requirements for
landscaping
3
Manage your own resources 2
Plan and set out sports areas 2
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Sports Turf – Groundsman Pathway
Unit Knowledge
Credits
Promote, monitor, and maintain health and safety and
security
3
Estimate and programme resource requirements for
landscaping
3
Manage your own resources 2
Plan and set out sports areas 2
Parks, Gardens and Green Space Pathway
Unit Knowledge
Credits
Promote, monitor, and maintain health and safety and
security
3
Estimate and programme resource requirements for
landscaping
3
Manage your own resources 2
Plan and manage the control of pests, diseases and disorders
2
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Unit Details
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Promote Monitor and Maintain Health Safety and
Security of the Workplace
Unit Reference
D/502/1523
Level
3
Credit Value
6
Guided Learning
Hours
39
Unit Summary
The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with
the knowledge, understanding and skills required
for monitoring and maintaining the safety and
security of the workplace. It also covers carrying
out risk assessments, promoting good standards of
health and safety and understanding how to deal
with any accidents or health emergencies. This
unit requires independent assessment if part
of an Apprenticeship Framework (see
Methods of Assessment below)
Learning Outcomes
(1 to 7)
The learner will
Assessment Criteria
(1.1 to 7.4)
The learner can
1. Understand how to
monitor and maintain
the health, safety and
security of the work
area
1.1 Explain the legal and organisational
responsibilities in relation to health, safety and
security covering:
People
Equipment and materials
The work area
1.2 Explain the importance of carrying out risk
assessments for all work activities including
assessing risks from new and non-routine activities
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1.3 Explain the importance of assessing security
issues associated with the work area covering:
Bio security
Building security
Data security
Personal security
1.4 Describe how to carry out and evaluate a risk
assessment
1.5 Explain the hierarchy of measures to control
risks (including elimination, substitution, relevant
engineering controls, safe systems of work,
training/instruction and personal protective
equipment)
1.6 Outline safe systems of work when people are
working alone or at risk of abuse
1.7 Explain safe methods and systems of working
with hazardous materials and equipment in line
with relevant legislation
1.8 Explain how hazardous and non-hazardous
waste should be managed in line with legislation
2. Understand how to
promote good
standards of health
and safety
2.1 Explain the methods of communicating health
and safety precautions to others entering the work
area
2.2 Explain how good standards of health and
safety contribute to the management and
efficiency of businesses or organisations
3. Understand how to
deal with health
emergency situations
3.1 Describe the types of accidents or incidents
which may occur and the correct actions to take
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3.2 Explain the importance of not carrying out
actions beyond own capabilities
3.3 Explain the potential risks to others from an
emergency situation
3.4 Explain the reasons for offering support and
help to others involved in the accident or incident
and how this should be achieved
4. Understand the
records required and
their importance
4.1 Explain the responsibility for and types of
records required and the importance of accurate
record keeping
4.2 Explain the relevant legislative requirements
for completing records of accidents and incidents
5. Monitor and
maintain the health,
safety and security of
the work area
5.1 Carry out risk assessments in accordance with
relevant legal and organisational requirements
5.2 Evaluate the risks which have been identified
and implement appropriate control measures
6. Promote good
standards of health
and safety
6.1 Ensure appropriate clothing and protective
equipment is worn which is consistent with
recognised health and safety practice and in line
with risk assessment
6.2 Communicate any health and safety
precautions that are being applied in the work area
to others entering the area
6.3 Use approved safe methods of lifting and
handling when carrying out work
6.4 Ensure standard procedures for personal
hygiene are followed at all times
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6.5 Adopt safe systems of work which are
consistent with organisational procedures and the
findings of the risk assessment
6.6 Take appropriate action if there is a danger of
accidents or injury
7. Respond to health
emergencies within
the work area
7.1 Implement procedures safely, correctly and
without delay in an emergency situation
7.2 Summon assistance immediately for any
health emergency and initiate action appropriate to
the condition and situation
7.3 Give assistance as required within the limits of
your capability, including suitable verbal support
7.4 Make the immediate vicinity as safe as
possible
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Supporting Unit Information
D/502/1523 Promote, Monitor and Maintain Health, Safety and Security -
Level 3
Indicative Content
To successfully achieve this unit, learners need to provide evidence that they
have met the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit.
Indicative content is offered as guidance to aid delivery of the unit and to
set the learning outcomes and assessment criteria in context.
Note 1: Examples are indicative of the range of considerations for
assessment criteria but are by no means all inclusive
LO1, LO2, LO3 and LO 4 are the key areas of knowledge for this unit
Learning Outcome 1. Understand how to monitor and maintain the
health, safety and security of the work area
1.1 Explain the legal and organisational responsibilities in relation
to health, safety and security covering the following
People explain the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work
Act, Regulations and Approved Codes of Practise. Explain both
employers and employees responsibilities to self and others and how
relevant Health and Safety regulations affect you and your work.
Explain how Health and safety law is enforced and explain the powers
of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspectors
Explain the requirements of Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations (PUWER) and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
Regulations ( LOLER)
Explain the requirements with regard to the work area and how
everyone has a legal duty to look after themselves and others. Risk
assessments to be in place.
1.2 Explain the importance of carrying out risk assessments for all
work activities including assessing risks from new and non-
routine activities explain the legal requirements and how risk
assessments make the work place a safer place and explain the
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difference between a generic and a dynamic risk assessment. A risk
assessment should identify the ways in which a task can go wrong and
what should be done to ensure it doesn’t.
1.3 Explain the importance of assessing security issues associated
with the work area covering the following
Bio-security - explain the dangers of cross contamination, and the
COSHH regulations
Building security - threat to staff, loss of stock, breach of security
Data security - threat to business and non-compliance with data
protection act
Personal security - threat to staff, explain PPE and safe areas and
need to behave in a safe and responsible manner.
1.4 Describe how to carry out and evaluate a risk assessment by
showing what actions have been taken out before the work actually
begins to prevent the staff who are undertaking the task from coming
to harm. Regular inspections need to be carried out to ensure the
workplace remains a safe place to work.
1.5 Explain the hierarchy of measures to control risks (including
elimination, substitution, relevant engineering controls, safe
systems of work, training/ instruction and personal protective
equipment) by using ERIC (Eliminate, Reduce, Isolate, Control)
methodology.
1.6 Outline safe systems of work when people are working alone or
at risk of abuse by stating Lone Worker Policy, emergency procedures
or ensuring adequate supervision and reporting in and out procedures.
1.7 Explain safe methods and systems of working with hazardous
materials and equipment in line with relevant legislation.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
specify the precautions that your employer and you must take to
protect your health from the effects of harmful substances. The
COSHH assessment should contain all the information on the dangers
involved in using the substance and the precautions to be taken
including appropriate safe working methods and correct PPE.
1.8 Explain how hazardous and non-hazardous waste should be
managed in line with legislation by explaining that only designated
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areas for disposal of waste are used; explain the difference between
organic and inorganic waste and the need for a licensed carrier of
waste to be employed.
Learning Outcome 2. Understand how to promote good standards
of health and safety
2.1 Explain the methods of communicating health and safety
precautions to others entering the work area such as clear
signage, site inductions, health and safety brief and toolbox talks, risk
assessments and wherever possible be accompanied with a trained
operative of member of staff.
2.2 Explain how good standards of health and safety contribute to
the management and efficiency of businesses or organisations
by making the work place a safer place to work this will ensure
maximum productivity and no lost time. The work place remains tidy
and orderly and operations will run smoothly.
Learning Outcome 3. Understand how to deal with health
emergency situations
3.1 Describe the types of accidents or incidents which may occur
and the correct actions to take for example minor cuts, bruises,
slips ,trips falls to more serious injury such as broken bones, scalds,
burns or even major injuries or death. Incidents could be fire, electric
shock or falls from height - this list is not by any means all inclusive.
All incidents should be reported and recorded in the accident book,
appropriate first aid administered or help summoned and any hazards
should be removed as soon as possible if safe to do so.
3.2 Explain the importance of not carrying out actions beyond own
capabilities such as untrained first aider could make the situation
worse, as could an untrained operative for example attempting to
extinguish a fire with the incorrect preventive materials.
3.3 Explain the potential risks to others from an emergency
situation such as fire, electric shock, overcome by fumes, unguarded
machinery etc.
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3.4 Explain the reasons for offering support and help to others
involved in the accident or incident and how this should be
achieved by being calm and assuring. To help with the investigation
of the cause and to prevent a reoccurrence and to get aid to anyone in
distress or who is injured or effected anyway by the resulting accident
or incident.
Learning Outcome 4. Understand the records required and their
importance
4.1 Explain the responsibility for and types of records required and
the importance of accurate record keeping such as entries into the
accident book for all injuries and the need to report some injuries and
incidents to the HSE (one where lost working time is three days or
more). There may also be a claim so records need to be accurate.
4.2 Explain the relevant legislative requirements for completing
records of accidents and incidents such as the Health and Safety at
Work Act and more serious accidents are reportable to HSE under
RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences
Regulations 1995).
LO5, LO6 and LO7 are the key areas of competence for this unit
Learning Outcome 5. Monitor and maintain the health, safety and
security of the work area
5.1 Carry out risk assessments in accordance with relevant legal
and organisational requirements refer to LO 1.4 and take into
account how risk assessments make your job safer, the importance of
regular site inspections, how safe working methods reduce accidents
and how minor events can combine to create a serious accident. Risks
assessments need to be both generic and dynamic.
5.2 Evaluate the risks which have been identified and implement
appropriate control measures refer to LO 5.1.
Learning Outcome 6. Promote good standards of health and safety
6.1 Ensure appropriate clothing and protective equipment is worn
which is consistent with recognised health and safety practice
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and in line with risk assessment such as high visibility clothing,
head protection, hearing protection, eye protection, overalls, barrier
creams, gloves, protective footwear this list is not by any means all
inclusive and specialist PPE may be required dependent upon the task
and the findings of the risk assessment e.g. entry into confined spaces
requires specialist PPE.
6.2 Communicate any health and safety precautions that are being
applied in the work area to others entering the area by
communications, inductions and instructions, and by carefully placed
signage for designated areas.
6.3 Use approved safe methods of lifting and handling when
carrying out work by using lifting aids and complying with Manual
Handling Regulations and being trained to lift specific items.
6.4 Ensure standard procedures for personal hygiene are followed
at all times by demonstrating personal hygiene, recognising
hazardous substances, using PPE and the need for other preventive
measures such as barrier cream.
6.5 Adopt safe systems of work which are consistent with
organisational procedures and the findings of the risk
assessment by adopting safe working practise and following
instructions.
6.6 Take appropriate action if there is a danger of accidents or
injury refer to LO3.1
Learning Outcome 7. Respond to health emergencies within the
work area
7.1 Implement procedures safely, correctly and without delay in an
emergency situation refer to LO3.1
7.2 Summon assistance immediately for any health emergency and
initiate action appropriate to the condition and situation by the
most appropriate means of communication, shout, use telephone and
relay all relevant information so the most up to date information is
relayed
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7.3 Give assistance as required within the limits of your capability,
including suitable verbal support refer to LO 3.4
7.4 Make the immediate vicinity as safe as possible by cordoning off
the area disconnecting any power sources, verbal communications and
remaining vigilant.
Teaching Strategies And Learning Activities
Centres should adopt a delivery approach which supports the development
of their particular learners. The aims and aspirations of all learners,
including those with identified special needs, including learning
difficulties/disabilities, should be considered and appropriate support
mechanisms put in place.
Methods Of Assessment
This unit will be internally assessed, internally and externally moderated via
a learner’s portfolio and other related evidence, against the unit outcomes
and assessment criteria.
The assessment of some knowledge and understanding may take place in a
non-work based environment e.g. training centre, however it must link
directly to workplace performance and include performance evidence. This
unit requires independent assessment if this is being used as part of
an Apprenticeship Framework. The questions can be found on this
qualifications page on the ABC Awards website.
All learners must complete a portfolio of evidence that shows achievement
of all the relevant learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Minimum requirements when assessing this unit
ABC expects that staff will be appropriately qualified to assess learners
against the outcomes and criteria within the units. Generally teaching staff
should be qualified and/or vocationally experienced to at least a level above
that which they are teaching.
It is important that practical assessment activities are supervised
appropriately.
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Evidence Of Achievement
Evidence presented to support achievement is not prescribed for each
learning outcome. It could typically include
Product evidence
Observation reports
Oral/written questions and answers
Reports/notes
Worksheets/job sheets/workbooks
Witness statements
Taped evidence (video or audio)
Photographic evidence
Case studies/assignments/projects
Interview/professional discussion
Site risk assessment
Tool / equipment inventory lists / maintenance schedules
Pictorial identifications
Letters / emails seeking clarification / confirmation of understanding
Internet research / copies of items with relevant knowledge highlighted
This is not an exhaustive list and learners should be encouraged to develop
the most appropriate evidence to demonstrate their achievement of the
learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
All evidence must be clearly signposted and made available for the external
moderator upon request.
All internal assessments must be accompanied by a signed Declaration of
Authenticity (this document is available on the ABC web site).
Additional Information
Useful sources of reference
The Health and Safety Executive website http://www.hse.gov.uk/ has useful information about identifying what health and safety legislation
applies to areas of work and lists of Acts, Statutory instruments and legal publications
http://www.hse.gov.uk/
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The Office of Public Information website http://www.opsi.gov.uk has
year by year lists of UK Acts and Statutory Instruments The website http://www.netregs.gov.uk/ provides helpful guidance
about environmental regulations. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations PUWER
All plant or equipment used at work, either in the office or in the field, comes under PUWER
See ABC website for further information
http://www.opsi.gov.uk/http://www.netregs.gov.uk/
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Estimate and Programme Resource Requirements
Unit Reference
Y/502/0502
Level
3
Credit Value
4
Guided Learning
Hours
26
Unit Summary
This unit will provide the learner with the skills,
knowledge and understanding required for
estimating resource requirements and
programming work for soft, hard and interior
landscapes. This unit requires independent
assessment if part of an Apprenticeship
Framework (see Methods of Assessment
below)
Learning Outcomes
(1 to 4)
The learner will
Assessment Criteria
(1.1 to 4.5)
The learner can
1. Be able to estimate
the resources
1.1 Identify the nature, extent, required outcome
and standards of proposed work clearly and
accurately
1.2 Identify required resources appropriate to the
work
1.3 Ensure timing of resource enable work to
proceed without delay
2.1 Confirm the work programme takes full
account of the resources required to proceed
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2. Be able to
sequence and
programme work
2.2 Provide a sequence of work which meets
agreed targets and enables the work to be
completed on time, safely and to the standard
required
2.3 Communicate the work programme effectively
and in time to all relevant people
3. Understand how to
estimate resource
requirements and
programme work
3.1 Explain project planning and methods of
estimating resource requirements
3.2 Compare the effects of timing of resource
provision on costs and completion
3.3 Assess methods to optimise resource usage
and timing and minimise waste
3.4 Evaluate the implications of estimating and
arranging resources for projects
4. Understand the
sequence and
programming of work
4.1 Explain the methods of sequencing work to
achieve targets and realistic work rates for the
work type programmed
4.2 Evaluate the use of performance measures
4.3 Describe the possible causes of disruption to
work programmes and their effects on quality and
timing
4.4 Explain the potential hazards that may be
encountered and the measures to take to reduce
these
4.5 Explain current health and safety legislation,
codes of practice and any additional requirements
which apply to this area of work
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Supporting Unit Information
Y/502/0502 Estimate and Programme Resource Requirements - Level 3
Indicative Content
To successfully achieve this unit, learners need to provide evidence that they
have met the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit.
Indicative content is offered as guidance to aid delivery of the unit and to
set the learning outcomes and assessment criteria in context.
Note 1: Cross references are first to the learning Outcome (LO) e.g. LO1 and
then to the Assessment criteria number listed e.g. LO 1.3
Note 2: Examples are indicative of the range of considerations for
assessment criteria but are by no means all inclusive
These are the key areas of competence for this unit
Learning Outcome 1. Be able to estimate the resources
1.1 Identify nature, extent required outcomes and standards of
work clearly and accurately e.g. client
brief/plan/specification/requirements, own survey /design / objectives
1.2 Resources to be identified appropriate to the work e.g.
labour e.g. skills required – labourers, landscapers, machine
operators.
equipment e.g. numbers, type, size, number, hours required.
materials e.g. type, quantity, quality.
finance to meet costs of e.g. labour, equipment, materials,
professional fees, services (phone, water, power), welfare,
contingencies.
specific expertise e.g. equipment operators, builders, landscapers,
labourers, Local Authority requirements.
1.3 Ensure timing of resources enable work to proceed without
delay e.g. prepare activity/flow chart, orders placed for materials /
equipment, labour availability, finances in place.
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Learning Outcome 2. Be able to sequence and programme work
2.1 Confirm the work programme takes full account of the
resources required to proceed e.g. check work programme takes
account of required resources - refer to
LO 1.2
2.2 Provide a sequence of work which meets agreed targets and
enables work to be completed on time, safely and to the
standard required e.g. activity / flow chart, commencement and
completion dates, sequential completion dates, delivery of equipment /
materials to target dates, labour requirements for sequenced work.
2.3 Communicate the work programme effectively and in time to all
relevant people e.g. provide programme information / target dates to
client, suppliers and labour force, place orders for materials /
equipment to meet target dates.
These are the key areas of knowledge for this unit
Learning Outcome 3. Understand how to estimate resource
requirements and programme work
3.1 Explain project planning and methods of estimating resource
requirements e.g.
Labour e.g. Number of hours required for each pay scale,
contingency for over run / sickness / holiday / waiting time.
Equipment e.g. For each type the - required working hours, running
costs, contingency for over run / breakdown / waiting time.
Materials e.g. Minimum amounts required, additions for breakage /
waste, storage / security.
Finance e.g. All labour (variations in rates of pay, holidays /
sickness), materials, equipment all types and number required),
welfare, site costs, contingency / overrun costs.
Specific expertise e.g. Know capabilities of each operator then fill
gaps, local authority requirements.
3.2 Compare the effects of timing of resource provision on costs
and completion e.g. monitor deliveries against work programme,
work progress against planed programme / flow chart and costs
against budget.
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3.3 Assess methods to optimise resource usage and timing and
minimise waste e.g. maintain records of hours of productive work
(labour and equipment), check deliveries against orders, actual use of
materials and make comparison against programmed requirements.
3.4 Evaluate the implications of estimating and arranging resources
for projects e.g.
horticultural items e.g. delivery and maintenance of viability of living
material, soil and weather conditions, appropriate labour availability.
landscape items e.g. delivery sequence, wastage, ground conditions,
appropriate labour availability.
Learning Outcome 4. Understand the sequence and programming
of work
4.1 Explain the methods of sequencing work to achieve targets and
realistic work rates for the work type programmed e.g. refer to
LO 2.2, LO 3.2 & 3.3
4.2 Evaluate the use of performance measures e.g. output rates of
labour and equipment, wastage, progress against programme,
deliveries against orders.
4.3 Describe the possible causes of disruption to work programmes
and their effects on quality and timing e.g. weather, soil / ground
conditions, late deliveries, labour absences, change to specification,
equipment malfunction, delay in authorisation, client interruptions /
amendments.
4.4 Explain the potential hazards that may be encountered and the
measures to take to reduce these e.g. presence of services, debris
/ rubbish, use of equipment / tools / materials, terrain, materials,
petroleum products. Measures for reduction e.g. locate services (CAT
scan) and give warnings / isolate, use competent staff, follow
manufacturer’s guidelines / instructions, risk assessments followed, use
PPE (steel toe cap boots, gloves, protective clothing as required).
4.5 Explain current health and safety legislation, codes of practice
and any additional requirements e.g.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 e.g. management of health
and safety and safety at work
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Risk assessments e.g. working practices
Codes of Practice e.g. pesticide application, use of equipment
Exposure records e.g. noise, vibration
COSHH Regulations e.g. risk assessments and use, fuel
Hazardous Waste Regulations e.g. waste disposal
Storage e.g. fuels, materials
PPE e.g. safety boots, ear defenders, protective clothing
Environmental Protection Act. E.g. environmental protection
Water Pollution Act e.g. water protection
RIDDOR e.g. reporting requirements
PUWER e.g. use of plant and equipment
LOLER e.g. lifting operations and lifting equipment
Welfare at Work e.g. staff facilities
Any additional requirements
Teaching Strategies And Learning Activities
Centres should adopt a delivery approach which supports the development
of their particular learners. The aims and aspirations of all learners,
including those with identified special needs, including learning
difficulties/disabilities, should be considered and appropriate support
mechanisms put in place.
Learning Outcomes (LO) 1 and 2
Delivery of these learning outcomes is by supervised practical work activities
giving learners the opportunity, first to practice the various tasks involved
and then to be observed correctly doing each task to demonstrate
achievement of the assessment criteria.
Learners not holding statutory qualifications to use equipment and materials
to be supervised by person who is qualified to do so.
Prior to, during and after completion of activities, photographs or video could
be taken to provide evidence of progress.
Learning Outcomes (LO) 3 and 4
Delivery of these learning outcomes is by generation of knowledge evidence
which could be linked to the practical work e.g. by observation of work
activities and witness testimony, answering oral or written questions,
assignments or internet research cross referenced to the knowledge
evidence.
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Methods Of Assessment
This unit will be internally assessed, internally and externally moderated via
a learner’s portfolio and other related evidence, against the unit outcomes
and assessment criteria.
The assessment of some knowledge and understanding may take place in a
non-work based environment e.g. training centre, however it must link
directly to workplace performance and include performance evidence. This
unit requires independent assessment if this is being used as part of
an Apprenticeship Framework. The questions can be found on this
qualifications page on the ABC Awards website.
All learners must complete a portfolio of evidence that shows achievement
of all the relevant learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Centres will need to devise assessment tasks which should be practical
where possible e.g. Learning Outcomes 1, 2 and 3 link together and can be
assessed practically by observation or by generation of diverse evidence.
These could also link to Learning Outcomes 4, 5 and 6 to allow knowledge
evidence to be gathered during the practical activities
It is important that practical assessment activities are supervised
appropriately.
Simulation will not be acceptable where the unit is included in
qualifications which verify competent performance.
Minimum requirements when assessing this unit
ABC expects that staff will be appropriately qualified to assess learners
against the outcomes and criteria within the units. Generally teaching staff
should be qualified and/or vocationally experienced to at least a level above
that which they are teaching.
Evidence Of Achievement
Evidence presented to support achievement is not prescribed for each
learning outcome. It could typically include
Product evidence
Observation reports
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Oral/written questions and answers
Reports/notes
Worksheets/job sheets/planting plans/workbooks
Witness statements
Taped evidence (video or audio)
Photographic evidence
Case studies/assignments/projects
Interview/professional discussion
Site risk assessment
Tool / equipment inventory and safety checklists / maintenance
schedules
Pictorial identifications
Letters / emails seeking clarification / confirmation of understanding
Internet research / copies of items with relevant knowledge highlighted
This is not an exhaustive list and learners should be encouraged to develop
the most appropriate evidence to demonstrate their achievement of the
learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Additional Information
Useful sources of reference
The Health and Safety Executive website http://www.hse.gov.uk/ has useful information about identifying what health and safety legislation
applies to areas of work and lists of Acts, Statutory instruments and legal publications
The Office of Public Information website http://www.opsi.gov.uk has year by year lists of UK Acts and Statutory Instruments
The website http://www.netregs.gov.uk/ provides helpful guidance
about environmental regulations. The Environment Agency website http://www.environment-
agency.gov.uk provides guidance about environmental permitting, pollution and emissions, waste and water etc
The Code of Practice - Protecting our Water, Soil and Air has a useful
list of references in Section 9
See ABC website for further information
http://www.hse.gov.uk/http://www.opsi.gov.uk/http://www.netregs.gov.uk/http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/
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Manage Your Own Resources
Unit Reference
F/501/2989
Level
2
Credit Value
7
Guided Learning
Hours
70
Unit Summary
This unit is mainly about making sure learners
have the personal resources (particularly
knowledge, understanding, skills and time) to
undertake their work role and reviewing their
performance against agreed objectives. It also
covers identifying and undertaking activities to
develop their knowledge, skills and understanding
where gaps have been identified. This unit
requires independent assessment if part of an
Apprenticeship Framework (see Methods of
Assessment below)
Learning Outcomes
(1 to 5)
The learner will
Assessment Criteria
(1.1 to 5.9)
The learner can
1. Manage their own
resources
1.1 Identify and agree the requirements of their
work-role with those they report to
1.2 Discuss and agree personal work objectives
with those they report to and how they will
measure progress
1.3 Identify any gaps between the requirements of
their work-role and their current knowledge,
understanding and skills
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1.4 Discuss and agree, with those they report to, a
development plan to address any identified gaps in
their current knowledge, understanding and skills
1.5 Undertake the activities identified in their
development plan and discuss, with those they
report to, how they have contributed to their
performance
1.6 Get regular and useful feedback on their
performance from those who are in a good position
to judge it and provide you with objective and valid
feedback
1.7 Discuss and agree, with those they report to,
any changes to their personal work objectives and
development plan in the light of performance,
feedback received, any development activities
undertaken and any wider changes
1.8 Check, on a regular basis, how they are using
their time at work and identify possible
improvements
1.9 Ensure that their performance consistently
meets or goes beyond agreed requirements
2. Use appropriate
behaviours to manage
their own resource
2.1 Demonstrate that they recognise changes in
circumstances promptly and adjust plans and
activities accordingly
2.2 Demonstrate that they prioritise objectives and
plan work to make best use of time and resources
2.3 Demonstrate that they take personal
responsibility for making things happen
2.4 Demonstrate that they take pride in delivering
high quality work
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2.5 Demonstrate that they agree achievable
objectives for themselves and give a consistent
and reliable performance
2.6 Demonstrate that they can find practical ways
to overcome barriers
2.7 Demonstrate that they make best use of
available resources and proactively seek new
sources of support when necessary
3. Know and
understand how to
manage their own
resources using
general knowledge
3.1 Demonstrate why managing their resources
(particularly knowledge, understanding, skills and
time) is important
3.2 Demonstrate how to identify the requirements
of a work-role
3.3 Demonstrate how to set work objectives which
are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
Realistic and Time-bound)
3.4 Demonstrate how to measure progress against
work objectives
3.5 Demonstrate how to identify development
needs to address any identified gaps between the
requirements of their work-role and their current
knowledge, understanding and skills
3.6 Demonstrate what an effective development
plan should contain
3.7 Demonstrate the type of development
activities which can be undertaken to address
identified gaps in knowledge, understanding and
skills
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3.8 Demonstrate how to identify whether/how
development activities have contributed to their
performance
3.9 Demonstrate how to get and make effective
use of feedback on their performance
3.10 Demonstrate how to update work objectives
and development plans in the light of performance,
feedback received, any development activities
undertaken and any wider changes
3.11 Demonstrate how to record the use of their
time and identify possible improvements
4. Know and
understand how to
manage their own
resources using
industry and sector
specific knowledge
4.1 Show that they know and understand the
industry/sector requirements for the development
or maintenance of knowledge, understanding and
skills
5. Know and
understand how to
manage their own
resources using
context specific
knowledge
5.1 Show that they know the agreed requirements
of their work-role including the limits of their
responsibilities
5.2 Show that they know their agreed personal
work objectives
5.3 Show that they know the reporting lines in
their organisation
5.4 Show that they know and understand their
current knowledge, understanding and skills
5.5 Show that they can identify gaps in their
current knowledge, understanding and skills
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5.6 Show that they know and understand their
personal development plan
5.7 Show that they know their organisation’s
policy and procedures in terms of personal
development
5.8 Show that they know the available
development opportunities and resources in their
organisation
5.9 Show that they understand possible sources of
feedback in their organisation
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Supporting Unit Information
F/501/2989 Manage Your Own Resources – Level 2
Indicative Content
To successfully achieve this unit, learners need to provide evidence that
they have met the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit.
Indicative content is offered as guidance to aid delivery of the unit and to
set the learning outcomes and assessment criteria in context.
Note 1: Cross references are first to the Learning Outcome (LO) e.g.) LO1
and then to Assessment Criteria number listed e.g. LO1.3.
Note 2: Examples are indicative of the range of considerations for
assessment criteria but are by no means exclusive.
Note 3: The example used in this indicative content is for a landscape
maintenance operative.
LO1 and LO2 are the key areas of competence for this unit
Learning Outcome 1. Manage their own resources
1.1 Identify and agree the requirements of their work-role with
those they report to include to travel to a range of landscape sites
on a daily basis transporting a ride-on machine with a van and trailer
and operating a range of hand tools and machines to complete tasks
such as grass cutting, edging off, hedge cutting, pruning and border
maintenance, spraying herbicides to hard standing and marking out a
range of sports pitches to the required standard. The requirements of
the work role are in the job description and agreed with the line
manager.
1.2 Discuss and agree personal work objectives with those they
report to and how they will measure progress to include to be
able to edge off and cut grassed areas with hand tools and pedestrian
machinery to the required height and standard for the contract and
progressing onto ride-on machines and other tasks as skills develop.
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Regular appraisals with line manager which could be monthly at first
during the probation period and then six monthly or annually to review
overall performance and to measure progress against work objectives.
See LO1.1 for further details.
1.3 Identify any gaps between the requirements of their work-role
and their current knowledge, understanding and skills to
include a training course for using tractors and ride-on mowers as well
as training courses such as health and safety, manual handling,
emergency first aid and PA1 and PA6 training for the use of herbicides
and machinery maintenance training to maintain machines on a daily
basis. The gaps in their knowledge and skills are identified by client
feedback and observations made by other employees including
managers when undertaking staff appraisals.
1.4 Discuss and agree, with those they report to, a development
plan to address any identified gaps in their current knowledge,
understanding and skills to include discussions and agreements for
an initial training plan takes place during appraisals with their line
manager to target specific on-site training using tools and equipment
to complete work to the required standard and specification and to
identify training courses to gain certificates needed to undertake
specific tasks such as chemical control of weeds. Specialist knowledge
of landscape sites and specifications to be included in development plan
with line manager. See LO1.1 and LO1.3 for details.
1.5 Undertake the activities identified in their development plan
and discuss, with those they report to, how they have
contributed to their performance to include monthly reviews or
team meetings that highlight staffing changes that dictate new roles or
tasks for the staff member or extra training to be given on specific
tasks where the employee is being asked to take on new responsibility.
Feedback and follow up interviews are then needed with line manager
to establish progress in their role and this feeds into staff appraisals.
See LO1.1 and LO1.2 for further details.
1.6 Get regular and useful feedback on their performance from
those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you
with objective and valid feedback to include unofficial discussions
and advice given by other work colleagues and in particular their line
manager who will act as a mentor and oversee the on the job training
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and development of the staff member. Official feedback to come in
during staff appraisals with line manager and from clients and
customers where the work has been carried out.
1.7 Discuss and agree, with those they report to, any changes to
their personal work objectives and development plan in the
light of performance, feedback received, any development
activities undertaken and any wider changes see LO1.5 for further
details.
1.8 Check, on a regular basis, how they are using their time at work
and identify possible improvements to include checking work
schedules and observing how efficiently the work is being done and if
there are complaints from customers or other colleagues if the work is
not up to standard. Completion of a schedule will analyse the specific
use of time and resources but feedback from other employees and
clients will identify how effective their time management is.
1.9 Ensure that their performance consistently meets or goes
beyond agreed requirements to include feedback from client
officers, customers and line manager to ensure that all standards are
met on all sites and that the work carried out is consistent and
regular. See LO1.8 for details.
Learning Outcome 2. Use appropriate behaviours to manage their
own resources
2.1 Demonstrate that they recognise changes in circumstances
promptly and adjust plans and activities accordingly to include
dealing with essential deadlines for contracts and prioritising work to
achieve the objectives set. To change plans so that work scheduled
each day promotes work efficiency so that work does not fall behind
schedule or fail to meet the specification. To be able to do extra work
to bring in extra revenue such as variation orders.
2.2 Demonstrate that they prioritise objectives and plan work to
make best use of time and resources to include prioritising the
most important areas and working in specific areas on certain days to
reduce travel time and add to work efficiency. See LO2.1 for further
details.
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2.3 Demonstrate that they take personal responsibility for making
things happen to include seeing a job on a site through to
completion including site checks at the end to ensure that the work
meets the specification and checking the standard of work with the
customer before proceeding onto the next job. A customer satisfaction
form or a survey will give written feedback on completed work.
2.4 Demonstrate that they take pride in delivering high quality
work to include see LO2.3 for further details.
2.5 Demonstrate that they agree achievable objectives for
themselves and give a consistent and reliable performance to
include setting deadlines for work to be completed to the agreed
standard when giving feedback to both their line manager and clients
and then meeting the objectives set and to the agreed specification.
2.6 Demonstrate that they can find practical ways to overcome
barriers to include dealing with difficult customers and completing
work to avoid further complaint. Re-arranging work around the
breakdown of machines and equipment so that other tasks can be
completed so that the work does not fall behind schedule which may
include working with other colleagues to secure machinery and
equipment on short term loan to complete necessary tasks to complete
the contract. Meeting directly with clients and the production of action
plans are practical ways to overcome barriers as well as getting
technical expertise from sources both internal and external to the
organisation.
2.7 Demonstrate that they make best use of available resources
and proactively seek new sources of support when necessary to
include see LO2.6 for further details.
LO3, LO4, and LO5 are the key areas of knowledge for this unit
Learning Outcome 3. Know and understand how to manage their
own resources using general knowledge
3.1 Demonstrate why managing their resource (particularly
knowledge, understanding, skills and time) is importan