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Agri-Food

Certificate I in Agri-Food

Operations - AHC10210

Language Activities Manual

Pre-Vocational Language, Literacy & Numeracy Activities Manual

Acknowledgements

Each activity in this booklet has been aligned to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) *

indicators of competence so that they are at the levels appropriate to the delivery of language,

literacy and numeracy skills underpinning the units of competency.

*The “Title to and Intellectual Property rights in relations to the Australian Core Skills Framework is owned by the Commonwealth of Australia”.

Units of Competency and minimum required levels of reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning strategies

The following table provides the level of reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy that is required for the Certificate I in AgriFood Operations

Chapter

ACSF Reading Skills Level

ACSF Writing Skills Level

ACSF Oral Communication Skills Level

ACSF Numeracy Skills Level

ACSF Learning Skills Level

1. AHCWRK204A Work effectively in the industry

3 2 3 2 3

2. AHCWRK101A Maintain the workplace

3 2 2 3 3

3. AHCNSY101A Support nursery work

3 2 3 3 2

4. AHCLSC101A Support landscape work

3 2 3 3 2

5. AHCMOM203A Operate basic machinery and equipment

3 3 2 3 3

6. AHCMOM101A Assist with routine maintenance of machinery and equipment

3 2 2 3 3

7. AHCCHM101A Follow basic chemical safety rules

3 2 2 3 3

8. AHCNAR101A Support natural area conservation

3 2 2 3 2

9. AHCPHT101A Support horticultural production

3 2 2 3 2

10. AHCIRG101A Support irrigation work

3 2 2 3 2

11. AHCPCM201A Recognise plants

3 2 2 3 2

12. AHCTRF101A Support turf work

3 2 2 3 2

13. AHCPGD101A Support gardening work

3 2 2 3 2

14. AHCNAR102A Support native seed collection

3 2 2 3 2

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - AHCWRK204A Work Effectively in the Industry ................ 11

Activity 1 Directions .......................................................................................... 12 Activity 2 Safety ................................................................................................ 13 Activity 3 Safety of Machines and Tools ........................................................... 14 Activity 4 Environmental Threats ...................................................................... 15 Activity 5 Conditions of Employment ................................................................. 16

Activity 6 Current Work Practices ..................................................................... 17 Activity 7 Identification of Hazards .................................................................... 18

Activity 8 Operating Machinery and Equipment ................................................ 19

Activity 9 Message Taking ................................................................................ 20 Activity 10 Manual Handling ............................................................................... 21 Activity 11 Improving the Environment ................................................................ 22 Activity 12 Environmental Work Practices .......................................................... 23 Activity 13 Work Practices .................................................................................. 24

Activity 14 Handling Farm Chemicals Safely ...................................................... 25 Activity 15 Interpreting Information ..................................................................... 26 Activity 16 Communication at work ..................................................................... 27 Activity 17 Emergency ........................................................................................ 28

Activity 18 Conduct in the Workplace ................................................................. 29

Chapter 2 - AHCWRK101A Maintain the Workplace .......................... 31

Activity 19 Workplace Equipment ....................................................................... 32

Activity 20 Faulty Tools and Equipment .............................................................. 33 Activity 21 Maintenance Activities on a Coastal Cattle Station ........................... 34

Activity 22 Environmental Implications on a Rural Property ................................ 35 Activity 23 Personal Protective Equipment ......................................................... 36 Activity 24 Maintenance on Rural Properties ...................................................... 37

Activity 25 Cattle Property Work Areas ............................................................... 38

Activity 26 Operating Machinery and Equipment ................................................ 39 Activity 27 Maintenance Reports ........................................................................ 40

Activity 28 Read about Dairy Cows..................................................................... 41 Activity 29 Maintenance Requirements ............................................................... 42

Activity 30 Environmental Work Practices .......................................................... 43

Chapter 3 - AHCNSY101A Support Nursery Work ............................. 45

Activity 31 Materials, Tools and Equipment ........................................................ 46

Activity 32 Reporting to Supervisor ..................................................................... 47 Activity 33 Reporting Faults ................................................................................ 48 Activity 34 Maintaining a Safe Work Environment .............................................. 49 Activity 35 Following Guidelines ......................................................................... 50 Activity 36 Reporting Hazards ............................................................................ 51

Activity 37 Storage of Waste ............................................................................... 52 Activity 38 Workplace Information....................................................................... 53 Activity 39 Selecting Equipment ......................................................................... 54 Activity 40 Reporting to Supervisor ..................................................................... 55

Activity 41 Correct Manual Handling ................................................................... 56 Activity 42 Storage Requirements ...................................................................... 57 Activity 43 Workplace Hygiene Practices ............................................................ 58 Activity 44 Following Instructions and Directions ................................................ 59

Activity 45 Processing Waste Materials .............................................................. 60 Activity 46 Maintaining Equipment ...................................................................... 61 Activity 47 Stockpiling Surplus Materials ............................................................ 62 Activity 48 Positive and Professional Interactions ............................................... 63

Chapter 4: - AHCLSC101A Support Landscape Work ......................... 65

Activity 49 Materials, Tools and Equipment ........................................................ 66

Activity 50 Clean and Safe Worksite ................................................................... 67

Activity 51 Reporting Work Outcomes ................................................................ 68 Activity 52 Work Safe .......................................................................................... 69 Activity 53 Hazard Identification .......................................................................... 70

Activity 54 Waste Storage ................................................................................... 71 Activity 55 OH&S Requirements ......................................................................... 72

Activity 56 Personal Protective Equipment ......................................................... 73 Activity 57 Risks from Incorrect Manual Handling Techniques ........................... 74 Activity 58 Sorting Materials for Storage ............................................................. 75

Activity 59 Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................ 76 Activity 60 Insufficient Equipment ....................................................................... 77

Activity 61 Following Directions .......................................................................... 78 Activity 62 Handling and Disposal of Materials ................................................... 79 Activity 63 Transporting Materials and Equipment .............................................. 80 Activity 64 Making the Worksite Good ................................................................ 81

Activity 65 Work Timelines .................................................................................. 82 Activity 66 Professional Conduct ........................................................................ 83

Chapter 5: - AHCMOM203A Operate Basic Machinery and Equipment ..... 85

Activity 67 Materials & Equipment ...................................................................... 86

Activity 68 Faulty Tools and Equipment .............................................................. 87 Activity 69 Maintenance Activities of Machinery ................................................. 88 Activity 70 Environmental Implications ................................................................ 89 Activity 71 Using Safe Personal Protective Equipment ....................................... 91 Activity 72 Maintenance of Farm Machinery and Equipment .............................. 92

Activity 73 Cattle Property Maintenance ............................................................. 93 Activity 74 Operating Machinery and Equipment ................................................ 94 Activity 75 Maintenance Procedures................................................................... 95 Activity 76 Farm Machinery ................................................................................ 96

Activity 77 Manage Workshop Supplies .............................................................. 97 Activity 78 Farm Culture ..................................................................................... 98

Chapter 6 - AHCMOM101A Assist With Routine Maintenance of Machinery & Equipment ........................................ 100

Activity 79 Maintenance of Hand Tools ............................................................. 101 Activity 80 Segregating Faulty Machinery and Equipment ................................ 102

Activity 81 Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................... 103 Activity 82 Reporting Faults .............................................................................. 104 Activity 83 Maintenance Tools .......................................................................... 105

Activity 84 Responsible Waste Handling .......................................................... 106

Activity 85 Cleaning and Maintaining Work Area .............................................. 107 Activity 86 Reporting Hazards in the Workplace ............................................... 108 Activity 87 Using Operators’ Manuals ............................................................... 109

Activity 88 Making Adjustments ........................................................................ 110 Activity 89 Basic Servicing Requirements ......................................................... 111

Activity 90 OH&S Requirements ....................................................................... 112

Chapter 7 - AHCCHM101A Follow Basic Chemical Safety Rules .......... 114

Activity 91 Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment .................................... 115

Activity 92 Functions of Chemicals ................................................................... 116 Activity 93 Following Safety Rules .................................................................... 117 Activity 94 Reporting Hazards .......................................................................... 118 Activity 95 Organisational Procedures .............................................................. 119 Activity 96 Maintenance of Equipment .............................................................. 120

Activity 97 Workplace Roles and Responsibilities ............................................ 121 Activity 98 Transporting Chemicals................................................................... 122 Activity 99 Identifying Storage Locations .......................................................... 123 Activity 100 Recognising Chemical Labels ......................................................... 124

Activity 101 Accidents and Spillages .................................................................. 125 Activity 102 Instructions on Labels ..................................................................... 127 Activity 103 Work Practices ................................................................................ 128

Chapter 8 - AHCNAR101A Support Natural Area Conservation ........... 130

Activity 104 Materials, Tools and Equipment ...................................................... 131 Activity 105 Correct Manual Handling ................................................................. 132

Activity 106 Checking Materials, Tools and Equipment ...................................... 133

Activity 107 Suitable Personal Protective Equipment ......................................... 134 Activity 108 OH&S Hazards ................................................................................ 135 Activity 109 Following Instructions ...................................................................... 136

Activity 110 Working in an Environmentally Appropriate Manner ....................... 137

Activity 111 Reporting Outcomes ....................................................................... 138 Activity 112 OH&S Requirements ....................................................................... 139 Activity 113 Handling and Disposal of Materials ................................................. 140

Activity 114 Storing Waste Products ................................................................... 141 Activity 115 Stockpiling Surplus Materials .......................................................... 142

Activity 116 Processing plant debris and waste materials .................................. 143 Activity 117 Interacting With Customers ............................................................. 144 Activity 118 Reporting To Supervisor.................................................................. 145

Activity 119 Clean and Safe Worksites ............................................................... 146 Activity 120 Storing Equipment ........................................................................... 147

Activity 121 Storage of Plants and Materials ...................................................... 149

Chapter 9 - AHCPHT101A Support Horticultural Production .............. 152

Activity 122 Materials, Tools and Equipment ...................................................... 153

Activity 123 Clean and Safe Worksite ................................................................. 154 Activity 124 Checking Machinery and Equipment ............................................... 155 Activity 125 OH&S Hazards ................................................................................ 156 Activity 126 Work Practices ................................................................................ 157 Activity 127 Supervisor’s Instructions ................................................................. 158

Activity 128 Reporting Work Outcomes .............................................................. 159 Activity 129 Workplace Information..................................................................... 160 Activity 130 Selecting Personal Protective Equipment........................................ 161 Activity 131 Manual Handling ............................................................................. 162

Activity 132 Reporting Problems ......................................................................... 163 Activity 133 Handling Materials ........................................................................... 164 Activity 134 Following Instructions ...................................................................... 165 Activity 135 Interacting With Others .................................................................... 166

Activity 136 Storage and Disposal of Materials ................................................... 167 Activity 137 Cleaning and Storage of Tools ........................................................ 168 Activity 138 Handling Materials and Equipment .................................................. 169

Chapter 10 - AHCIRG101A Support Irrigation Work ........................ 171

Activity 139 Handling Equipment and Machinery ................................................ 172 Activity 140 Providing Irrigation Support ............................................................. 173

Activity 141 Reporting to Supervisor ................................................................... 174

Activity 142 Manual Handling ............................................................................. 175 Activity 143 Identifying Materials Required ......................................................... 176 Activity 144 Waste Disposal ............................................................................... 177

Activity 145 Following Instructions ...................................................................... 178 Activity 146 OH&S Hazards ................................................................................ 179

Activity 147 Maintenance of Hand Tools ............................................................. 180 Activity 148 Reporting Faults .............................................................................. 181 Activity 149 Disposal of Materials ....................................................................... 182

Activity 150 Problems Completing Work ............................................................. 183 Activity 151 Interacting with Customers .............................................................. 184

Activity 152 Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................... 185 Activity 153 The Worksite ................................................................................... 186 Activity 154 Cleaning and Packing Up ................................................................ 187 Activity 155 Undertaking Irrigation Work ............................................................. 188

Activity 156 Handling Irrigation Materials ............................................................ 189

Chapter 11 - AHCPCM201A Recognise Plants ................................ 191

Activity 157 Leaf Shapes .................................................................................... 192

Activity 158 Poisonous Plants ............................................................................. 193 Activity 159 Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................... 194 Activity 160 Basic Plant Concepts ...................................................................... 195 Activity 161 Pest Plant Species .......................................................................... 197 Activity 162 Use of Herbicides ............................................................................ 199

Activity 163 Understanding Plant Families .......................................................... 200 Activity 164 Sustainable Land Management ....................................................... 202 Activity 165 Gathering Information ...................................................................... 203 Activity 166 Plant Descriptions ........................................................................... 204

Activity 167 Plant Profile ..................................................................................... 205 Activity 168 Plant Labels ..................................................................................... 206 Activity 169 Hazards ........................................................................................... 207 Activity 170 Floral Morphology ............................................................................ 208

Activity 171 Soil – pH Level ................................................................................ 209 Activity 172 Agrucultural Technology .................................................................. 210 Activity 173 Ozbreed Plants ................................................................................ 211 Activity 174 Soil and Mineral Nutrition ................................................................ 213

Activity 175 Herbicides ....................................................................................... 215 Activity 176 Calculating a Garden Bed ............................................................... 216

Chapter 12 - AHCTRF101A Support Turf Work .............................. 218

Activity 177 Identifying Tools and Equipment ..................................................... 219 Activity 178 Storing Waste Materials .................................................................. 220 Activity 179 Checking Tools and Equipment ....................................................... 221

Activity 180 Clean and Safe Work Environment ................................................. 222 Activity 181 Mixing Fertilizers Correctly .............................................................. 223

Activity 182 Identification of Hazards .................................................................. 224 Activity 183 Reporting Work Outcomes .............................................................. 225 Activity 184 Providing Turf Support .................................................................... 226

Activity 185 Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................... 227 Activity 186 Workplace Practices ........................................................................ 228

Activity 187 Correct Manual Handling ................................................................. 229 Activity 188 Transporting Materials ..................................................................... 230 Activity 189 Work Practices ................................................................................ 231 Activity 190 Following Directions ........................................................................ 232

Activity 191 Plant Debris ..................................................................................... 233 Activity 192 Maintaining Machinery and Equipment ........................................... 234 Activity 193 Storage and Disposal of Materials ................................................... 235 Activity 194 Interactions with staff and customers .............................................. 236

Chapter 13 - AHCPGD101A Support Gardening Work ...................... 238

Activity 195 Materials, Tools and Equipment ...................................................... 239

Activity 196 Storage of Waste Materials ............................................................. 240 Activity 197 Checking Tools and Equipment ....................................................... 241 Activity 198 Clean and Safe Worksite ................................................................. 242 Activity 199 Safe Work Practices ........................................................................ 243 Activity 200 Reporting of Hazards ...................................................................... 244

Activity 201 Reporting Work Outcomes .............................................................. 245 Activity 202 Providing Gardening Support .......................................................... 246 Activity 203 Suitable Personal Protective Equipment ......................................... 247 Activity 204 Reporting Problems ......................................................................... 248

Activity 205 Disposal of Materials ....................................................................... 249 Activity 206 Enterprise Policy and Procedures ................................................... 250 Activity 207 Following instructions ...................................................................... 251 Activity 208 Correct Manual Handling ................................................................. 252

Activity 209 Maintaining Tools and Equipment ................................................... 253 Activity 210 Handling Materials and Equipment .................................................. 255 Activity 211 Interactions with Staff ...................................................................... 256

Chapter 14 - AHCNAR102A Support Native Seed Collection .............. 259

Activity 212 Materials, Tools and Equipment ...................................................... 260 Activity 213 Reporting to Supervisor ................................................................... 261

Activity 214 Reporting Faults .............................................................................. 262

Activity 215 Clean and Safe Working Environment ............................................ 263 Activity 216 Undertaking Work ............................................................................ 264 Activity 217 Reporting Hazards .......................................................................... 265

Activity 218 Supervisor’s Instructions ................................................................. 266 Activity 219 Providing Work Support................................................................... 267

Activity 220 Personal Protective Equipment ....................................................... 268 Activity 221 Reporting Problems to Supervisor ................................................... 269 Activity 222 Loading and Unloading Materials .................................................... 270

Activity 223 Workplace Practices ........................................................................ 271 Activity 224 Following Instructions and Directions .............................................. 272

Activity 225 Storage and Disposal of Materials ................................................... 273 Activity 226 Cleaning and Maintaining Tools and Equipment ............................. 274 Activity 227 Handling of Materials ....................................................................... 276 Activity 228 Interacting with Customers .............................................................. 277

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Chapter 1 - AHCWRK204A Work Effectively in the Industry

1. Protective Clothing and Equipment is Used According to Best Practice when Completing Work Tasks

2. Safety Procedures to Protect People in the Workplace Are Followed

3. Safety of Machines, Tools and Equipment Is Checked Before Use

4. Environmental Threats and Potential Hazards Are Recognized and Reported To Supervisor

5. Information on Working in the Industry including Employment Terms and Conditions Is Collected

6. Work Is Consistent With Workplace Standards Relating To Anti-Discrimination And Workplace Harassment

7. Hazards Are Reported To Supervisor

8. Machines, Tools and Equipment Are Operated to Manufacturers’ Specifications And In Accordance With Supervisor’s Instructions

9. Simple Messages from Clients and Customers Are Taken and Passed To Supervisor

10. Correct Manual Handling Techniques Are Used

11. Contributions Are Made To Improve Environmental Work Practices

12. Work Practices Relating To Potential Environmental Impacts Are Recognized and Followed, and Clarification Is Sought Where Necessary

13. Work Practices Contribute Positively To Quality, Productivity and Conditions, and Promote Cooperation and Good Relationships

14. Safety Procedures Involved In Handling of Hazardous Substances Are Interpreted and Followed As Required

15. Instructions and Notices Are Interpreted Correctly and Observed

16. Communication with Others Is Conducted In a Courteous Manner and Is Appropriate To Age, Culture, Linguistic Background and Position in the Organisation

17. Supervisors Are Immediately Informed Verbally When There Is an Emergency

18. Industry Expectations of Conduct and Presentation Are Determined and Observed

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Reading Skills Level 1

Activity 1 Directions

The following are operator safety instructions for using a whipper snipper. Read the safety instructions below and list the Personal Protective Equipment you are recommended to wear to operate this equipment.

1 _____________________________________________________________

2 _____________________________________________________________

3 _____________________________________________________________

4 _____________________________________________________________

5 _____________________________________________________________

6 _____________________________________________________________

Word of Warning

1. Whipper snipper operation can cause injuries to eyes. Wear goggles to protect yourself from eye injury.

2. Whipper snipper noise may damage your hearing. Wear ear muffs or ear plugs to protect your hearing.

3. Protect your hands with gloves when handling the whipper snipper. 4. Clothing must be sturdy and close fitting. Wear trousers to protect your legs and long-

sleeve shirts to protect your arms. 5. Good footing is important when using the whipper snipper. Wear sturdy boots with non

slip soles. 6. Wear an approved safety hard hat to reduce the risk of injury to your head. 7. Remember, when working in the sun, to wear a hat.

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Activity 2 Safety

1 When mixing chemicals use gloves and a mask and face protection. 2. Wash your hands before eating to remove any substances from your hands. 3. If you have long hair on your head then wear a hair net. 4. If any area has hazardous substances or conditions check before entering. 5. Where flammable materials are being used then no naked lights/flames are allowed. Answer the following questions, referring to the above information. The first one has been completed for you.

1. If you are requested to work with chemicals, then it will be

necessary to wear gloves, a face guard and to use a respirator.

The area will have a sign saying; “PPE must be used”.

2. Before you eat, wash your hands. The work area should have a

sign which says _____________________________________

3. If you have long hair, what sign would be present in the workplace?

_________________________________________________

4. If my workplace has hazardous activities, there would be a sign

which says ________________________________________

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Writing Skills Level 1

Activity 3 Safety of Machines and Tools

Mary has been asked to do a safety inspection on a lawn mower and a shovel. She has been given a complete list of inspections she has to carry out on the two items.

Before Mary inspects the equipment, she will need two inspection lists, one for the lawn mower and one for the shovel. Can you write the lists for Mary?

List A – Lawn Mower inspection

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

4. ________________________________________________________________

List B – Shovel inspection

1. ________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________________________

4. ________________________________________________________________

1. Check mower fuel level 2. Check for handle for damage 3. Check mower wheels for condition 4. Check mower air filter 5. Check the shovel blade for damage 6. Check mower lever operations 7. Check for damaged rivets or screws

in mower handle. 8. Check mower oil level

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Activity 4 Environmental Threats

There are many threats and hazards involved with the agricultural industry due to the nature of the work. Become aware of these hazards and threats and if you see a problem let your job leader know. Threats and hazards examples are:

Weeds can introduce diseases

Disease can cause damage to plants and animals

Animals can cause damage to plants and equipment

Fire can cause damage or destruction

Oil spill can cause the soil to turn bad and can damage animals

Fumes from engines can cause health problems and death to workers

Storms- can cause damage to property, plants and animals.

From the list above, write the type of hazard or threat each picture represents.

_______________________________________________________

______________________________________________

_______________________________________________

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Numeracy Skills Level 1

Activity 5 Conditions of Employment Mary has successfully got herself a full time job. Her new employer has given her a copy of her employment details.

Employment details for new employees Wages A working day commences at 8.00am and finishes at 5.00pm (9 hours) A working week shall be 5 days a week (Monday to Friday) Wages shall be: $10.00 per hour or $90.00 per standard working week Overtime may be available for Saturday and Sunday (Volunteer) 6 hours each day Wages for overtime will be $12.00 per hour.

Award This agreement is written in line with the Rural Industry Award

Meal timing Break times are as follows: Morning Tea: 10am to 10:15am Lunch: 12:30pm to 1:00pm Afternoon Tea: 3:00pm to 3:15pm

Questions

1. Morning tea is allowed at what time? ___________________________________

2. Mary has to travel 15 minutes to work each day. She has to tell her mother what

time she will be home after finishing work on Wednesday. What time will Mary tell

her mother that she will be home? _____________________________________

3. How much will Mary earn each week before tax, if there is no overtime?

__________________________________________________________________

4. Mary will work overtime on Saturday. How much will Mary earn before tax for the

day? ____________________________________________________________

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Chapter 2 - AHCWRK101A Maintain the workplace

19. Maintenance Tools, Equipment and Machinery Are Identified, Collected and Prepared For Use According To Supervisor’s Instructions

20. Unsafe or Faulty Tools, Equipment and Machinery are Identified and Segregated For Repair or Replacement According to Supervisor’s Instructions

21. Maintenance Activities are Undertaken According to OHS Requirements

22. OH&S Hazards and Environmental Implications are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

23. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Is Selected, Used, Maintained and Stored According to Best Practice

24. Maintenance of Structures and Workplace Surroundings is Undertaken According to Supervisor’s Instructions and OH&S Requirements

25. Calculate the Area of Floors, to be, Washed and Treated According to Supervisor’s Instructions

26. Tools, Equipment and Machinery are Cleaned, Maintained and Stored According To Manufacturers’ Specifications, Workplace Procedures and Workplace Instructions

27. Structural Damage and Deterioration in the Workplace are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

28. Read About Animals, Dairy Cows That Produce Milk

29. Maintenance Requirements of Structures and Workplace Surroundings are Identified According to Supervisor’s Instructions

30. Tools, Equipment and Materials Not In Use are Stored Neatly, and Waste and Used Materials Are Removed and Placed In Disposal Containers According To Supervisor’s Instructions



Activity 19 Workplace Equipment

The names and uses of five items of equipment are set out below. Write this information in the table beside the appropriate picture:

TOOL NAME USES

__________________

____________________

____________________

__________________

____________________

____________________

__________________

____________________

____________________

__________________

____________________

____________________

__________________

____________________

____________________

A shovel is used to move and loosen soil. A step ladder is used elevate the body to a higher level. A petrol driven pump is used to deliver water to a location. A trolley is used to move materials about the workplace. A drilling machine is used to produce holes in metal.



Activity 20 Faulty Tools & Equipment You work on a busy cattle property, and your manager has asked you to check the tools in the shed, to ensure the tools and equipment are ready for use. You report to the manager the following:

1. The shovel has a broken handle 2. The barrow tyre is flat and needs to be inflated 3. The step ladder has a broken platform which needs repair 4. The diesel delivery hose has holes, is leaking and must be replaced 5. The water pump in the shed is running low on fuel and needs refuelling

In the following table, write the name of each tool or piece of equipment, the problem you found, and the action to be taken to fix the problem. The first one, involving the shovel, is done for you:

TOOL/ EQUIPMENT REPORTED ISSUE ACTION TO BE TAKEN

Shovel Broken handle Replace with new handle

___________________ ___________________ ____________________

___________________ ___________________ ____________________

___________________ ___________________ ____________________

___________________ ___________________ ____________________



Activity 21 Maintenance Activities on a Coastal Cattle Station

The table below is a maintenance schedule for a river inspection boat (the use of the boat is measured in hours, not in distances covered). It shows how often the parts should be checked and serviced to keep the boat in good working order for rural river inspections. Read the maintenance schedule and complete the sentences below:

Service Operation Each Use

5 Hours

25 Hours

50 Hours

100 Hours

Check engine oil level X

Change engine oil X

Change engine oil filter X

Replace engine air filter X

Check spark plug(s) X

Check fan belts for wear and cracks X

Clean engine and vehicle inside and out X

Check battery X

Replace fuel filter X

Check fuel and drinking water tanks for volume

X

Complete sentences below. 1) The oil level should be checked after ___________________

2) Belts should be checked for wear and cracks after ________ hours.

3) The fuel filter needs replacement after __________________ hours.

Answer TRUE or FALSE to the following questions:

4) The air filter is replaced at the same time as the oil filter T / F 5) Spark plugs are checked after 50 hours T / F 6) The oil level is checked every 5 hours T / F 7) The oil needs to be checked more often than the battery T / F 8) There is no need to check water and fuel volumes T / F


Learning Skills Level 1

Activity 22 Environmental Implications on a Rural Property There are many environmental threats and hazards in the workplace. All of the sentences below describe an environmental effect and the negative impact. Complete each sentence with the correct words:

air contamination replace native plant species disruption to local residents and animals spread diseases kill fish and other wildlife wanted plant species

Machinery noise can cause _______________________________________________ Pesticides leaking into the water system can __________________________________ Exhaust fumes from machines and vehicles cause _____________________________ Animal pests can _______________________________________________________ Weeds that wash into creeks and rivers can ___________________________________ Careless spraying of herbicides may kill ______________________________________

River Property



Activity 23 Personal Protective Equipment When spraying chemicals to control pests and diseases, it is important that you use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep yourself safe. Chemicals can have very harmful effects if you do not take care when using them. Chemicals can enter your body in three ways:

1. Inhalation- by breathing them in 2. Ingestion- through the mouth, swallowing 3. Absorption- through the skin

Here are three case studies. Read them and write a response to each of the questions below:

CASE STUDIES

1. Jennifer was mixing chemicals to spray the farm garden. She was not wearing any

gloves or other protective equipment. After she was finished, she went for lunch and made a sandwich. She forgot to wash her hands because she was in a hurry to eat. This meant that a small amount of the chemical she was using in the farm garden got into her sandwich. After lunch, she began to feel sick.

How did the chemical enter Jennifer’s body (by inhalation, ingestion, or absorption)? ________________________________________________________________

2. Tony was in the chemical storage shed on the cattle property. He was looking for

some pesticide to treat a worm problem in the cattle herd. He found the correct drum, and lifted it off the shelf. Somebody had not replaced the lid tightly on the drum, so that the chemical spilt all over Tony’s legs and body. He went to seek first aid immediately. How would the pesticide enter Tony’s body in this example? _________________________________________________________________

3. Mary was mixing a concentrated weed killer with water. It was a very hot and humid day and she was working in a small space with very little ventilation. Mary did not bother with a respirator because she was only mixing a small amount of the chemical. Mary soon began to feel dizzy and unwell.

How did the weed killer enter Mary’s body? _____________________________

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Chapter 3 - AHCNSY101A Support Nursery Work

31. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor’s instructions

32. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor

33. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment, with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor

34. A clean and safe worksite is maintained while completing nursery activities

35. Nursery work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to nursery guidelines

36. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor

37. Plant debris and waste material produced during nursery activities are stored according to supervisor’s instructions

38. Nursery support is provided according to OHS requirements and workplace information

39. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and checked prior to use

40. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor

41. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling, and minimize damage to the load and the vehicle

42. Plants and materials are stored according to supervisor’s instructions and OHS requirements

43. Nursery policy, procedures and OHS requirements in relation to workplace hygiene practices, handling and disposal of materials are observed

44. Instructions and directions provided by supervisor are followed, and clarification sought when necessary

45. Plant debris and waste materials are prepared and processed in an appropriate and safe manner according to supervisor’s instructions

46. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer’s specifications and supervisor’s instructions

47. Surplus materials are stockpiled according to supervisor’s instructions

48. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner



Activity 31 Materials, Tools and Equipment Match the tool with by drawing a line from its correct name in the list provided.

secateurs

shovel

trowel

hoe

rake



Activity 32 Reporting to Supervisor Here is a list of the jobs you completed at the nursery today:

1. Checked the plants for insects 2. Removed weeds 3. Watered the plants 4. Cleaned work benches 5. Swept pathways 6. Restocked shelves

Use the checklist below to let your supervisor know about the work you did. Place a cross beside each of the six jobs you completed:

DAILY WORKSHEET

Check plants for insects ________ Use tractor _______ Remove dead leaves ________ Clean work benches _______ Remove weeds ________ Empty rubbish bins _______ Spray plants with weed killer ________ Put tools in shed _______ Apply fertiliser ________ Lock up shed _______ Water plants ________ Sweep pathways _______ Stack pots in shed ________ Restock shelves _______ Load truck ________ Dust shelves _______ Name: __________________________ Date: ______ / ______ / ______ Signature: _____________________________



Activity 33 Reporting Faults Your supervisor has asked you to use the brush cutter to tidy up along the fence surrounding the nursery.

The pre-start checks are:

Check fuel Check air filter

Check gear box grease Check pull cord

Check cutting cord Check safety guards

Check handle for firmness Check throttle cable

In your checks, you found that the pull cord was frayed and looked like it would break easily. It needs to be replaced before the brush cutter can be used.

The information you will need to report this fault to your supervisor is:

22 March 2004 10.30am Pull cord frayed Replace

Write this information using the form below:

**DON’T FORGET TO SIGN YOUR NAME AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FORM.

Date: ____________________ Time: ___________________

Fault: ___________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

Action to be taken: ________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

Reported by: _______________________________



Activity 34 Maintaining a Safe Work Environment It is the responsibility of all employees to keep the nursery clean and safe. Most workplaces have signs to help you. Look at the health and safety signs below. What is each sign telling you to do? Write the meaning in the space provided.

______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ ______________ _______________

______________ ______________ _______________ ______________ ______________ _______________

*All above warning signs are copyright to their relevant state and federal governments or respective council bodies*


WARNING POISON S5

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Read safety directions before opening

WEEDICIDE Directions for use:

Shake well before using. Mix 25 ml in 2 litres of water, or 100 ml in 8 litres. Spray when insects first appear, then every 2 weeks if required. For use with vegetable crops. DO NOT spray less than 3 days before harvesting.

200ml


Activity 35 Following Guidelines In the nursery, it is very important that you handle hazardous substances correctly. When you mix chemicals such as weed killers, you need to read and follow the instructions on the label. Look at the label and answer TRUE or FALSE to the questions below:

1. If the directions say to mix 25 ml of weedicide with 2 litres of water, you would

need to mix 50 ml of weedicide with 4 litres of water. ___________

2. With 8 litres of water, you need to mix 150 ml of weedicide ___________ 3. You need to spray weedicide every two weeks. ___________ 4. You cannot spray vegetables less than three weeks before picking them

___________

5. This container holds 250 ml of weedicide. ___________

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49. The Required Materials, Tools and Equipment are Identified According to Lists Provided and/or Supervisor’s Instructions

50. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained while Undertaking Landscaping Activities

51. Work Outcomes are Reported to the Supervisor

52. Landscape Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Enterprise Guidelines and OH&S Requirements

53. OH&S Hazards are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

54. Waste Material and Debris Produced During Landscape Work is Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

55. Landscaping Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements and Workplace Information

56. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment is Selected and Checked Prior to Use

57. Techniques Used When Loading and Unloading Materials Demonstrate Correct Manual Handling, and Minimize Damage to the Load and the Vehicle

58. Materials are Returned to Store or Disposed of According to Supervisor’s Instructions

59. Tools and Equipment are Cleaned, Maintained and Stored According to Manufacturer’s Specifications and Supervisor’s Instructions

60. Checks are Conducted on All Materials, Tools and Equipment, With Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor

61. Instructions and Directions Provided by Supervisor are Followed, and Clarification Sought when Necessary

62. Enterprise Policy And Procedures in Relation to Workplace Practices, Handling and Disposal of Materials is Observed

63. Materials, Equipment and Machinery are Handled and Transported According to Supervisor’s Instructions and Enterprise Guidelines

64. Site is made Good According to Supervisor’s Instructions and Good Environmental and OH&S Practices

65. Problems or Difficulties in Completing Work to Required Standards or Timelines are Reported to Supervisor

66. Interactions with other Staff and Customers are Carried out in a Positive and Professional Manner



Activity 49 Materials, Tools and Equipment Your supervisor needs you to organize the tools and equipment for the day’s landscaping work. You can choose from the following:

Dutch hoe Shovel Wheelbarrow Concrete mixer Hammer Nails Screed Mulch fork Long-handled weeder

Task: List the correct tools for each landscaping job in the space provided: (You may list each item more than once, if it is needed on different jobs.)

Weeding garden beds

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Adding mulch to garden beds

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Concreting pad for picnic table

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Repairing loose fence palings

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Filling in pot holes in gravel pathways

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________



Activity 50 Clean and Safe Worksite Here is some information about sun safety. The key words are underlined. Write these words beside the appropriate picture:

Skin cancer can be prevented by limiting your exposure to ultra violet radiation. Here are 5 ways you can do this:

1. Avoid the sun between 10am and 3pm each day. This is the time when the sun’s ultra violet radiation levels are highest.

2. Stay in the shade. This reduces the amount of ultra violet radiation you receive, but it doesn’t fully protect you. Ultra violet radiation reflects off surfaces such as glass, concrete, sand and water, and these reflected rays can still burn you.

3. Wear a long-sleeved shirt with a collar. Close weave fabrics and darker colours also protect against ultra violet radiation.

4. Wear sunscreen. Apply to clean, dry skin at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours, or more often if you are swimming or perspiring heavily. Never rely on sunscreen as the only way of protecting yourself from the sun.

5. Wear a broad-brimmed hat, not a cap. (Caps give no coverage to the back of the neck or the ears).

6. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from damaging radiation. Wear a snug-fitting, wrap-around style of sunglasses.

__________________ __________________ ________________

__________________ __________________ ________________ __________________ __________________ ________________

__________________ __________________ ________________

__________________ __________________ ________________

__________________ __________________ ________________



Activity 51 Reporting Work Outcomes

You have worked all day on a landscaping job. Your boss has asked you to make a list of all the work you did, so that he can charge the customer. Here is what you did in your workday:

Between 7.00am and 8.00am, you measured up the site and used spray paint to mark out the garden beds.

From 8.00am to 10.00am, you dug out the beds and added soil.

From 10.00am until lunch (12.00pm) you spaced the plants and put them in the ground.

Between 1.00pm and 3.00pm, you created a log border for each bed.

From 3.00pm to 4.00pm, you added mulch and watered each bed.

Record this information on the following table:

TIME WORK DONE

7.00am – 8.00am ____________________________________________

8.00am – 10.00am ____________________________________________

10.00am – 12.00pm ____________________________________________

1.00pm -3.00pm ____________________________________________

3.00pm – 4.00pm ____________________________________________



Activity 52 Work Safe Read the following chemical label and answer the questions:

1. To control soursob, I need to use _____________ ml of weedkiller per 1 litre of water.

2. This weedkiller cannot be used if rain is likely in the next ____________ hours.

3. Sprayed weeds must not be removed for 2 _______________________

4. 131126 is the number for the _____________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

5. I am using a 5 litre spray pack to control broadleaf weeds. I need to mix ________ ml of weedkiller with 5 litres of water.

6. It takes twice as much weedkiller to treat ____________________________

as it does to treat _______________________________

CAUTION KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

TOTAL WEEDKILLER

DO NOT use if rain is likely within 6 hours. DO NOT remove sprayed weeds for 2 weeks.

WEEDS CONTROLLED APPLICATION RATE

Soursob Mix 5 ml weedkiller per 1 litre of water

Broadleaf weeds and grasses Mix 10 ml weedkiller per 1 litre of water

DO NOT mix more than is needed. Use all mixed spray. Avoid contact with eyes & skin. Wash hands after use. FIRST AID If poisoning occurs, see a doctor or contact the Poisons Information Centre on 131126.


Oral Communication Skills Level 1

Activity 53 Hazard Identification Read the following case study, and answer the questions:

Dave is a labourer working for Phil Jones, a local landscaper. Here is their conversation. Dave: I’m a bit worried about safety on that job we started today. Phil: Oh? Why? Dave: Well, the owner asked if we could clear the lantana and other weeds from behind

the house. Phil: Why is that a problem? Dave: I know it doesn’t sound dangerous, but the backyard slopes down to the river. It is

really steep, and I’m worried that someone could slip and fall into the river. Phil: OK. Don’t start any work on the backyard until I can come and have a look. We

might need to build a barrier of some sort to make sure no one gets hurt. Thanks for letting me know, Dave.

Dave: No worries, boss.

1. What reasons did Dave give for thinking that the job was dangerous? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. Do you think the boss gave him a fair hearing? Why/ Why not? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Why is it important for workers to report hazards that they see? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

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67. Name & Uses of Tools in the Farm Environment.

68. Unsafe or Faulty Tools, Equipment and Machinery are Identified and Segregated for Repair or Replacement According to Supervisor’s Instructions

69. Tractor Maintenance Activities are Undertaken According to Work Requirements

70. Environmental Implications in Farming, OH&S Hazards and Environmental Implications are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

71. Personal Protective Equipment is Used according to Supervisor’s Instructions and OH&S Requirements.

72. Farm Machinery and Equipment Maintenance is a Regular Farm Activity

73. Farm Irrigation Machinery Maintenance Processes

74. Operate Machinery and Equipment According to Manufacturers’ Specifications, Workplace Procedures and Workplace Instructions

75. Farm Machinery Maintenance Schedules

76. Pre Operational Machinery Checks which must be Observed

77. Farm Maintenance Costs

78. Farm Culture



Activity 67 Materials & Equipment Here are your tasks for today. Write the materials and equipment you will need for each task. Make your selections from the list at the bottom of the page. Task: Prune trees and shrubs in garden beds Materials & equipment: ..................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................... Task: Spread mulch on garden beds Materials & equipment: ..................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................... Task: Trim grass along garden edges Materials & equipment: ..................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................... Task: Mow lawn Materials & equipment: ..................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................... Task: Remove all garden rubbish Materials & equipment: ..................................................................................................... .....................................................................................................

Wheelbarrow secateurs rake whipper snipper lawnmower garden bale shovel pruning saw



Activity 68 Faulty Tools and Equipment You are employed on a large cattle property near the Queensland coast. You find the following:

1. A shovel blade is very blunt and bent, and will need sharpening. 2. An animal drinking trough has a broken filling valve and has allowed flooding of the

trough area. 3. The diesel driven cattle watering pump has run out of fuel and has a low engine oil

level. 4. The irrigation pump suction hose has holes in it and should be replaced. 5. The chemical spray applicator in the tool shed is leaking spray chemicals and urgent

repairs are required.

In the following table, write the name of each tool or piece of equipment, the problem you found, and the action to be taken to fix the problem. The first one, involving the shovel blade, is done for you:

TOOL/ EQUIPMENT PROBLEM ACTION TO BE TAKEN

Shovel Blunt blade Bent blade

Reshape blade Sharpen blade

____________________ __________________ ______________________

____________________ __________________ ______________________

____________________ __________________ ______________________

____________________ __________________ ______________________



Activity 69 Maintenance Activities of Machinery This is a maintenance schedule for petrol driven engine. It shows how often the parts should be checked and serviced to keep the tractor in good working order. (The use of a tractor is measured in hours, not in distances covered). Read the maintenance schedule and complete the sentences below:

Service Operation

Each Use

5 Hours

25 Hours

50 Hours

100 Hours

Check engine oil level X

Change engine oil X

Change engine oil filter X

Replace engine air filter X

Check engine spark plug(s) X

Check engine fan belt for wear and cracks

X

Clean engine and bay X

Check engine battery X

Replace petrol fuel filter X

Check tyre pressure X

1) The engine oil level should be checked after

2) Fan belts should be checked for wear and cracks after _________________ hours.

3) The petrol fuel filter needs replacement after _____________________ hours.

Answer TRUE or FALSE to the following questions:

4) The air filter is replaced at the same time as the oil filter. _____________

5) Spark plugs are checked after 50 hours. _____________

6) The oil level is checked every 5 hours. _____________

7) The oil needs to be checked more often than the battery. _____________

8) There is no need to check tyre pressure. _____________



Activity 70 Environmental Implications There are many environmental threats and hazards in farm work. All of the sentences below describe an environmental hazard and the negative impact it can have. Find an appropriate ending to each sentence from the options given:

air pollution plant species annoyance to local residents and animals leaking farm chemical drums affect animals, fish and humans spread water pollution cause pollution and affect plants and animals farm animals and plant

species

Farm machinery noise has a number of impacts which can be an _______________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Engine oil entering the water system /dam can _____________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________


Activity 70 Cont’d

Small diesel and petrol engines driving irrigation plant can cause _______________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Farm pollution can be caused by ________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Bore drain irrigation can spread _________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Herbicides must be used carefully because they can adversely affect ___________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

Safe fuel cans/tanks



Activity 71 Using Safe Personal Protective Equipment When using pressured spraying machinery and chemicals to control pests and diseases, it is important that you use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep yourself safe. Chemicals can have very harmful effects if you do not take care when using them. Chemicals can enter your body in four ways:

4. Inhalation- by breathing them in 5. Ingestion- through the mouth, swallowing 6. Absorption- through the skin 7. Injection through the skin

Here are three case studies. Read them and write a response to each of the questions below:

CASE STUDIES

1. Mary was mixing the irrigation chemicals in the chemical storage shed. She mixed

the chemicals with water using her hands and arms. She used her respirator during the mixing of the chemicals. After she finished mixing chemicals she reported to her supervisor that she had mixed the chemicals and the mixture was ready. The supervisor recognized an issue as Mary had chemical residue on her arms and found first aid for Mary immediately.

How would the chemicals enter Mary’s body in this story above? _____________ 2. James has been filling the motor mower with petrol. It was a very hot day and he was working in a small shed with very little ventilation. He soon began to feel dizzy

and unwell. How did the petrol enter James’s body? ____________________________

3. Jenny was mixing chemicals to use in the irrigation system. She was not wearing any

gloves or other protective equipment. At the break, she got her sandwiches out of the lunch box. She didn’t clean her hands. This meant that a small amount of the chemical she was using got onto her sandwich. After lunch, she began to feel sick.

How did the chemical enter Jenny’s body? (by inhalation, ingestion, injection or absorption) _____________________________

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79. Tools are Cleaned, Returned to Operating Order and Stored According to

Manufacturers’ Specifications and Enterprise Requirements

80. Faulty or Unsafe Machinery and Equipment are Identified and Segregated for Repair or Replacement According to Enterprise Requirements

81. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment is Stored, Selected Used and Maintained According to OH&S Requirements

82. Malfunctions, Faults, Wear or Damage to Tools are Reported to the Supervisor According to Enterprise Requirements

83. Tools And Supplies Required To Carry Out Basic Routine Maintenance Tasks Are Identified, Selected And Provided On Site According To Supervisor’s Instructions

84. Environmental Procedures are Followed and Waste from Maintenance Activities is Collected, Treated and Disposed Of or Recycled According to Enterprise Requirements

85. Work Area is Cleaned and Maintained According to OH&S and Enterprise Requirements

86. OH&S Hazards in the Workplace are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

87. Routine Adjustments and Repairs are Made to Machinery and Equipment According to Operators Manual/ Manufacturers’ Specifications and Supervisor’s Instructions

88. Routine Pre-Operational Checks of Machinery and Equipment are Carried Out and Adjustments Made According to Manufacturers’ Specifications and/or Enterprise Procedures

89. Greasing, Lubrication and Other Basic Servicing of Machinery and Equipment is Carried Out According to Operators Manual/ Manufacturers’ Specifications and Supervisor’s Instructions

90. Work is Conducted According to OH&S Requirements and Completed to Supervisor’s Satisfaction



Activity 79 Maintenance of Hand Tools Read the following passage and answer the questions:

Questions

1. What are three ways that tools may be stored? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

2. Where are power tools usually kept? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

3. Why is it important to return tools to the proper storage area? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

Tools must be stored so that they can easily be found by all workers who need to use them. Storage places include:

Toolbox Tools that are used often for equipment maintenance are kept here. Hammers, spanners, pipe wrenches and screwdrivers are often found in the toolbox.

Shadow board or peg board Tools that are used mostly in the one work area (for example, in the propagating shed or in the garden) are kept here. The tools are hung from hooks or pegs on the wall of the shed or work area. This is an excellent way to provide a place for particular tools, so that anyone is able to locate them easily.

Shelves and cupboards Places where power tools and other large tools are kept because of their size or shape.


TAG PLACED BY SECTION _____________________________ DATE ________________________________


Activity 80 Segregating Faulty Machinery and Equipment

This is a safety tag used to identify unsafe machinery and equipment. Its purpose is to warn workers not to use the machinery or equipment until it has been repaired or replaced. Fill out the written section of the sign below, using your name and the following details:

You work in the nursery section

Use today’s date



Activity 81 Personal Protective Equipment Noise

Noise will damage your ears if it is too loud, too high or heard too often. Damage to your ears can happen straight away or over a period of time. Noise is measured in decibels (dB). The higher the number, the louder the noise. Hearing loss can happen anywhere above 85dB.

This means that you must wear hearing protection in any areas where noise levels are above 85dB.

The table below shows the number of decibels of noise associated with different work and home environments. Make a list of those environments where the level of noise is equal to or over 85 decibels.

Environment Decibels (dB)

Forest 18 –20 dB

Lounge room 40 dB

Conversational speech 60 dB

Business office 65 dB

Average street traffic 80 dB

Brush cutter, blower 85 dB

Heavy truck 90 dB

Ride-on mower 100 dB

Pneumatic drill 100 dB

Jet take-off 128 dB

Environment Decibels _______________________ __________________________

_______________________ __________________________ _______________________ __________________________

_______________________ __________________________

_______________________ __________________________ _______________________ __________________________



Activity 82 Reporting Faults Read the following scenario and answer the questions: Today while you were operating the ride-on mower, you ran over a large stone which has broken the safety guard over the blades. You know that the mower cannot be used in this condition. What can you do?

a) Pack up and go home b) Try to patch it up yourself c) Inform your supervisor and let others know not to use the mower d) Hope no one notices the damage

How will you communicate to others that the mower is not to be used?

a) Put a tag on the mower b) Speak to your co-workers c) Inform your supervisor d) All of the above

Look at the ride-on mower in your workplace and find out the manufacturer’s name. Use a local telephone directory to find the address of the company, or a hardware store where parts may be available. Write the name, address and phone number here: Company Name: ____________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Telephone Number: __________________________________ When making a phone call to order the replacement part, what information will you need to have ready?

a) The manufacturer’s name

b) The model of ride-on mower

c) The part required

d) All of the above



Activity 83 Maintenance Tools

3200 psi petrol pressure washer

Specifications

Model KP995323200

PSI 3200

LPM - Litres per min 11.4

Engine 8hp petrol fuel injected

Pump Brass Head

Air Cool Yes

Chemical Injection Yes

Nozzle Tips

Hose 15.24mtr x 9.65mm

Hose Material Steel Braided Rubber

Warranty 1 Year

Engine Speed Fixed

Pump Control Adjustable

Read the manufacturer’s specifications for the 3200 psi petrol pressure washer, and complete the following activity: True or False Mark ‘T’ for True or ‘F’ for False in the boxes provided. 1. The model number for the washer is KP995322300 _______ 2. The engine is a petrol fuel injected type _______ 3. The washer has a six-month warranty _______ 4. The pump head is made from plastic _______ 5. Engine speed is fixed, but pump control is adjustable _______ 6. The hose material is steel braided rubber _______

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91. Appropriate Personal Protection Equipment is Obtained and Used When Working in Areas Where Chemicals are Used or Stored

92. Functions Of Chemicals in the Workplace are Recognised

93. Safety Rules are Followed When Working in Areas Where Chemicals are Stored

94. OHS Hazards are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor

95. Organisational Procedures are Followed with Regard to Chemicals

96. Instructions for Use, Maintenance and Storage of Personal Protective Equipment and Application Equipment are Identified and Observed

97. Roles and Responsibilities of People in the Workplace are Identified

98. Instructions for Transport, Handling and Storage of Chemicals are Recognized and Observed

99. Chemical Storage Locations are Identified

100. Chemical Labels and Symbols are Recognized and Hazards Identified

101. Procedures are Followed in the Event of an Accident or Spillage

102. Chemical Handling and Storage Instructions on Labels are Followed

103. Safety Procedures Involved in Chemical Handling and Use are Recognized and Followed as Required



Activity 91 Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment This is a picture showing the personal protective equipment you are required to use when applying horticultural chemicals such as pesticides. The name of each piece of personal protective equipment is listed beside the picture. Draw a line linking the name with the piece of personal protective equipment in the picture. PROTECTIVE HAT PROTECTIVE COVERALLS FACE MASK CHEMICAL RESISTANT GLOVES

CHEMICAL RESISTANT GOGGLES BOOTS RESPIRATOR Fill in the gaps in these words:

C __ E M __ C A L R E __ __ I __ A T __ R G O __ __ L E __ P __ O T __ C T __ V __

__ A __ K __ O V __ __ A L __ S



Activity 92 Functions of Chemicals You will encounter many chemicals in the workplace. In the horticultural industry, some chemicals are classed as pesticides. You will need to be aware of the functions, or uses, of these chemicals, so that you can select the correct one for the situation. The table shows a list of the pesticides you will most likely encounter:

Insecticides

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Molluscicides

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Nematicides

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Fungicides

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Herbicides

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Here is a list of the functions or uses of each of the pesticides listed in the table. Write the correct function beside each pesticide. Use the list below - key words have been underlined to help you make your selections:

Used to control insects Kill slugs and snails (molluscs)

Control attack by any nematode

Control or destroy any fungus or other parasitic vegetation, as well as bacteria

Control weeds and any other unwanted vegetation



Activity 93 Following Safety Rules Many horticultural chemicals must be stored away from each other. This is done to avoid cross-contamination, where one chemical accidentally mixes with another. For example, pesticides must not be stored with herbicides. It is very important that you understand the labelling of chemicals, so that you can then store them appropriately. Your task is to find a horticultural chemical label (choose either a liquid pesticide or herbicide) and record the following details: Pesticide/ Herbicide: ______________________________________________________

a) The poison schedule S5 Handle with caution S6 Poisonous but available to the general public S7 Exceptionally poisonous and not available to the general public

_____________________________________________________

b) Net contents (how many millilitres of chemical are in the container)

_______________________________________________________

c) Dilution rate (the amount of chemical and water you need to mix e.g. 25ml chemical in 2litres of water)

______________________________________________________

d) Active constituent (the chemical that controls the pest or weed e.g. 480g/litre petroleum oil)

______________________________________________________



Activity 94 Reporting Hazards One of the most common hazards in handling and storing chemicals is spillage. Any spills need to be reported immediately to the supervisor. Read the following case study. Then answer the questions below- they will help you to plan what to say to your supervisor about the incident. Case Study – Chemical Spill You are working in the chemical storage shed, when you attempt to lift a very heavy container of liquid pesticide. You need to place it with other liquid pesticides on the lower shelf of a storage unit. As you lift, your hand slips and the container drops to the floor. You pick it up again, and manage to place it on the shelf. Later, you notice a funny smell coming from that side of the shed. You go over to have a look, and notice a puddle of liquid forming on the floor under the shelves. You bend down to see if the container you dropped is the one that is leaking, but the fumes are too strong and you back away. You leave the shed immediately, and go to find the supervisor. You find her a few minutes later. Questions

1. Who: Who was the person involved in the incident? ________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. What: What happened? ______________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Where: Where did the incident happen? ___________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. When: When did the incident happen? ___________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. Why: Why did the incident happen? _____________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________



Activity 95 Organisational Procedures Handling hazardous substances such as fertilizers and pesticides can be very risky, especially if you don’t know what you are doing. It is important that you know all the risks involved, and the correct procedures to follow. Here is a list of possible sources of information about hazardous substances in the workplace. Circle each one that you think would be a good source of information:

SUPERVISOR INDUSTRY CODE OF PRACTICE (Storage and use of chemicals) YOUR MATES FROM SCHOOL CO-WORKERS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET OHS VIDEOS AND PAMPHLETS (MSDS) YOUR DOCTOR YOUR FAVOURITE SINGER HORTICULTURE TRAINER BANK MANAGER

Which of the information sources you circled would you find in a horticultural workplace?

List them below:

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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106. Checks are Conducted on All Materials, Tools and Equipment, with Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor




110. Nursery Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Nursery Guidelines


112. Conservation Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements and Workplace Information

113. Policy And Procedures in Relation to Workplace Handling and Disposal of Materials is Observed

114. Plant Debris and Waste Material Produced During Nursery Activities are Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

115. Surplus Materials are Stockpiled for Removal According to Supervisor’s Instructions

116. Plant Debris and Waste Materials are Prepared and Processed in an Appropriate and Safe Manner According to Supervisor’s Instructions

117. Interactions with Other Staff and Customers are Carried Out in a Positive and Professional Manner


119. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained While Completing Conservation Activities

120. Tools and Equipment are Cleaned, Maintained and Stored According To Manufacturer’s Specifications and Supervisor’s Instructions

121. Plants and Materials are Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions



Activity 104 Materials, Tools & Equipment Look at the conservation activities listed below. For each activity, draw a line linking it with a tool or piece of equipment you could need. For example, removing a dead tree could require the use of a chain saw. Removing branches might require the use of a pruning saw. Tip pruning hoe

Preparing a hole for planting secateurs

Raking up unwanted plant waste garden trowel (e.g. weeds) for removal

Removing plant waste to storage area spade

Chipping out weeds metal rake Planting seedlings wheelbarrow Removing diseased branches from tree pruning saw



Activity 105 Correct Manual Handling Read the following steps used in manual handling. They describe a procedure for lifting objects safely. Place the steps in correct order by writing the numbers 1 to 6 in the spaces provided.

X ✔ Step_____ Take hold of the load firmly. Lift using your leg muscles. Step_____ Walk to where you want to put the load down. Step_____ Stand close to the load, with feet spread apart. Step_____ Bend your knees. Keep your back straight. Step ____ Bend your knees and lower the load gently to the floor. Step_____ Hold the load close to your body.



Activity 106 Checking Materials, Tools and Equipment Peter is doing a safety inspection of a push mower. He is making a checklist of the things he needs to do.

What will appear on Peter’s checklist?

Below is a list of machinery and equipment checks used in the workplace. Choose those that need to be done on push mowers, and write them in the space below:

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________

Check wooden handle Check fuel level Check wheels Check cutting cord Check air filter Check oil level Check cutting blades Check throttle cable Check saw blade Check harness Check spark plug Check battery



Activity 107 Suitable Personal Protective Equipment The tasks you perform every day in the workplace normally involve some form of personal protective equipment. Each piece of PPE is designed to limit your exposure to some danger, or hazard. Look at the list of PPE below, and write what each piece is designed to protect. For example, earmuffs protect the ears, or hearing of the worker. A list of useful words is provided for you:

EARMUFFS EARS (HEARING)

RESPIRATOR OR DUST MASK __________________

BROAD-BRIMMED HAT __________________

SAFETY GLASSES __________________

GLOVES __________________

SAFETY BOOTS __________________

HANDS EYES FACE LUNGS FEET EARS



Activity 108 OHS Hazards A major hazard for outdoor workers is exposure to ultra-violet radiation (UVR) from the sun. The level of ultra-violet radiation on any given day is called the UV Index. Read the information below, and answer the questions:

UV levels

UV Index: More than 9

Danger category: Extreme

SunSmart info (the Australian Cancer Society):

Extreme UV can cause unprotected skin to burn after just 12 minutes.

UV Index: 7 to 9

Danger category: Very high


UV radiation can still be very high on days when there are clouds. Don't be fooled by a cloudy sky.

UV Index: 3 to 6

Danger category: High


If levels are high, most people can get a nasty sunburn even when the temperature is less than 27 degrees Celsius.

UV Index: Less than 3

Danger category: Moderate


Moderate UV levels can still be present when it is cold, such as at the snow.

Complete the sentences from the word pairs:

1. UV Index 3 to 6 is ______________ (higher / lower) than UV Index 7 to 9.

2. UV Index less than 3 is _______________ (more / less) dangerous than UV Index 3 to 6.

3. If the UV Index is 3 to 6, you can get sunburnt even if the temperature is ___________ (higher / less) than 27 degrees Celsius.

4. If the index is 10, the danger category is ____________________ (very high/ extreme).

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122. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor’s instructions

123. A clean and safe worksite is maintained while working

124. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment, with insufficient

or faulty items reported to the supervisor

125. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor

126. Work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to enterprise guidelines

127. Waste material produced during work is stored in a designated area

according to supervisor’s instructions

128. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor

129. Work support is provided according to OHS requirements and workplace information

130. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and checked prior to use

131. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct

manual handling, and minimize damage to the load and the vehicle

132. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor

133. Enterprise policy and in relation to workplace practices, handling and

disposal of materials are observed

134. Instructions and directions provided by the supervisor are followed, and clarification sought when necessary

135. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and

professional manner

136. Materials are returned to store or disposed of according to supervisor’s instructions

137. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to

manufacturer’s specifications and supervisor’s instructions

138. Materials, equipment and machinery are handled and transported according to supervisor’s instructions and enterprise guidelines



Activity 122 Materials, Tools and Equipment Look at the list of tools and place each one in the puzzle grid. Use the clues below to help you. PRUNING SAW HAND FORK WHEELBARROW SYRINGE SPRAY GUNS SECATEURS HEDGE SHEARS TROWEL

Across 4. Used for light digging, loosening soil around plants and lifting weeds 6. Used to apply fertiliser or pesticides to plants and foliage 7. Used for lifting seedlings from nursery beds, seed trays or pots Down

1. Used for removing large branches from trees

2. Used to cart tools, dirt or plants

3. Used for cutting or trimming small plants or seedlings

4. Used to trim hedging plants 5. Used for very small watering jobs



Activity 123 Clean and Safe Worksite See if you can find all the safety hazards in the picture. Draw a circle around each one.



Activity 124 Checking Machinery and Equipment Read the list of pre start operations for a hedge trimmer:

For each of the six operations, write what could happen if you DO NOT complete the check or take the necessary action. The first and the last are done for you:

1. If the blades are damaged, the hedge trimmer might not cut properly.

2. If the blades are not secured tightly enough, they could ______________

__________________________________________________________

3. If the pull cord is worn, it could __________________________________

__________________________________________________________

4. If the air filter is dirty, the engine will _____________________________

__________________________________________________________

5. If the blades are not lubricated, they could _________________________

__________________________________________________________

6. If the handle or throttle controls are damaged, the hedge trimmer will be dangerous for the operator to use.

Hedge Trimmer

1. Regularly check blades for damage, and replace if necessary.

2. Ensure blades are secured firmly. Tighten nuts using Allen key.

3. Inspect pull cord for wear and tear, and replace if necessary.

4. Check air filter, and clean or replace if necessary.

5. Inspect blades for lubrication, and use lubricating material as specified by owner’s manual.

6. Check handle and throttle controls for damage or wear, and repair or replace if needed.



Activity 125 OH&S Hazards The Qld Occupational Health and Safety Act (1995) requires your employer to provide a safe and healthy workplace. However, your employer may not identify every hazard or potential hazard that may arise, and in some cases a hazard may appear unexpectedly. This is where YOU can help. If you see something that could be unsafe, you should tell your supervisor or safety representative. Some workplace hazards affect your HEALTH and well being, while others affect your SAFETY. The table below gives examples of each type of hazard. Think of some others you can add from the nursery production area.

SAFETY HAZARDS (Effects are usually immediate, causing injury or death)

HEALTH HAZARDS (Effects appear some time later, usually in the form of illness or disease)

Vehicles (tractors, forklifts) Noise

Slip and fall Sun



Activity 126 Work Practices Here are some guidelines for planting a small tree into soil. Read it thoroughly and answer the questions below:

1. The tree has a root ball that is 60 centimetres in depth. How deep will you need to dig the planting hole?

__________________________________________

2. If the root ball is 55 centimetres in diameter, how wide does the

planting hole need to be?

__________________________________________

3. In the space provided, draw a line that is exactly 75 mm (7.5 cm) in height:

Dig a planting hole which is wide and shallow- the width should be at least twice the diameter of the root ball and the depth the same as the root ball.

Use extra soil to form a 75mm mound around the

perimeter of the planting hole, to create a shallow basin

for retaining water.

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140. Irrigation Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements and Workplace Information

141. Work Outcomes Are Reported to the Supervisor

142. Techniques Used When Loading and Unloading Materials, Demonstrate Correct Manual Handling, and Minimize Damage to the Load and the Vehicle


144. Waste Material and Debris Produced During Irrigation Work are Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

145. Instructions and Directions Provided by Supervisor are Followed, and Clarification Sought When Necessary

146. OHS Hazards are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor


148. Checks are Conducted on All Materials, Tools and Equipment, With Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor



151. Interactions With Other Staff and Customers are Carried Out In a Positive and Professional Manner


153. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained While Undertaking Irrigation Activities

154. Site is Made Good According to Supervisor’s Instructions and Good Environmental Practices

155. Irrigation Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Enterprise Guidelines

156. Enterprise Policies and Procedures in Relation to Workplace Practices, Handling and Disposal of Materials are Observed



Activity 139 Handling Equipment and Machinery Read the OHS information and complete the sentences below:

1. Tools and equipment must be kept in __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __. 2. You must go through a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ before using machinery 3. Faults and problems should be reported to the supervisor __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __. 4. You must not attempt to operate __ __ __ __ __ __ equipment. 5. You may only use machinery and equipment when you are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in its use

OHS Guidelines for the use of machinery, tools and equipment

The tools and equipment you use must be kept in safe working order

Check tools, equipment and machinery before use

With machinery, go through a pre operational checklist before starting work

If you find any faults or problems, report them to the supervisor immediately

Do not attempt to operate faulty equipment

Make sure you choose the right tool or piece of equipment for the job

Do not attempt to use a machine or piece of equipment unless you have been fully trained in its use



Activity 140 Providing Irrigation Support Plastic poly pipe is used extensively in irrigation work. Joiners are used to connect two or more pipes. These joiners can be ‘tee’ or ‘elbow’ types, as shown below:

Tee Elbow ‘Tee’ joiners are used to connect one pipe with another branching off it, creating a ‘T’ shape. ‘Elbow’ joiners are used to create corners in pipes. Task: Look at the irrigation plan below. In each of the spaces provided, indicate whether a ‘tee’ or an ‘elbow’ joiner is required. Write T for a ‘tee’, or E for an ‘elbow’ joiner.

__________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________

1) 2) 3)

4) 5) 6)



Activity 141 Reporting to Supervisor Murray has finished his work for the day, and must fill in his trainee record book. Here is a list of the jobs he did today. Help Murray by writing the information in the space provided below:

WORK TASKS

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

1. Took measurements to work out the amount of poly pipe required

2. Unrolled poly pipe and placed it in the sun 3. Dug trenches 4. Laid poly pipe in trenches 5. Linked sections of pipe using plastic joiners 6. Left pipe in trenches for sprinkler heads to be

added



Activity 142 Manual Handling Read the information and complete the sentences below: Structure of the spine

Look at the spine and the way it is built. It supports your whole body. The spine is curved like an ‘S’ shape. It is very strong, but can easily be damaged. Injuries to your spine cause great pain. This pain can last for the rest of your life. It is very important that you lift correctly at home and at work. The best way to prevent back injuries is to bend at the knees when lifting.

a) The spine is shaped like a letter ________

b) The spine supports your ________________ body.

c) Injuries to your spine cause great __________________

d) The pain from back injuries can last for the rest of your _______________

e) The best way to prevent back injuries is to bend at the ________________ Make a list of the words underlined, to help you to spell them correctly:

1. _____________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________

5. _____________________________________________________

6. _____________________________________________________

7. _____________________________________________________

8. _____________________________________________________



Activity 143 Identifying Materials Required You are installing a micro spray irrigation system at a worksite. Use the plan below to work out the total length of poly pipe you will need to do the job. Tip: The length of each piece of poly pipe is shown on the plan. Add all these lengths together. This will show you the total amount of poly pipe you will need. You may use your calculator for this task.

Total amount of poly pipe: ____________________________ metres The poly pipe you are using is 49 cents per metre at the hardware store. What will it cost to buy the amount you need to do the job?

Total cost of poly pipe: $ ___________________

4 metres

8 metres

6 m

etr

es

4 m

etr

es

4 m

etr

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157. Leaf Shapes

158. Poisonous Plants

159. Personal Protective Equipment

160. Basic Plant Concepts

161. Important Plant Pest Species in Australia

162. Use of Herbicides

163. Understanding Plant Families

164. Sustainable Land Management and its Importance

165. Gathering Information for Plant Identification

166. Plant Descriptions

167. Plant Profile

168. Plant Labels

169. Hazards

170. Floral Morphology

171. pH Levels

172. Understanding Agricultural Technology and Social Concerns

173. Non-verbal Signals

174. Soil and Mineral Nutrition in Plants

175. Hazards: Use of Herbicides

176. Calculating a Garden Bed



Activity 157 Leaf Shapes Leaves come in many shapes and sizes. They can be long and narrow, almost round, or pointed. They can be flat and rounded or sharp and pointed. They can be separate or grouped as a large cluster on a branch. There are two main types of leaf shapes. A simple leaf shape and a compound leaf shape. A simple leaf shape has a stem with one blade attached. A compound leaf shape has several blades attached to the one stem. Below is a picture of a simple leaf shape and a compound leaf shape.

Using the picture above as a guide, which of the following leaves is simple or compound? Explain in a sentence



Activity 158 Poisonous Plants

Some plants can be poisonous to humans who come across their path. Because plants cannot run

away from their predators, they develop poison as a defence. Often shoots are very high in

concentration of poison and can be more harmful if consumed. Plants are usually more toxic in a

drought.

About 1000 species of plants in Australia are known to be toxic to animals and humans and plenty

more cause skin and eye irritation, rashes or discomfort. About 10 per cent of plants in Australia

even make cyanide. Plants vary from region to region, but no matter where you are you need to

know what to keep an eye out for.

However, it's difficult to determine what plants pose risks to humans because of a lack of

information about the effect of many plant species on humans. Plants that can be consumed by

animals may still be poisonous to humans. Plants can be more poisonous in some seasons

compared to others and different parts of the plant can be more poisonous then other parts.

Task Circle TRUE if you agree with the following statements, or FALSE if you do not agree:

1. Plants are more toxic when it rains

TRUE FALSE

2. 10% of Australian plants make cyanide

TRUE FALSE

3. If an animal can eat a plant it means that it is not poisonous to humans

TRUE FALSE

4. Plants can be more poisonous in some seasons compared to others

TRUE FALSE

5. Some plants can cause skin irritations

TRUE FALSE



Activity 159 Personal Protective Equipment On most worksites it is important for everyone to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). When collecting plants you should always follow Occupational Health and Safety Policies and be aware of the PPE you will need to use before you go out and start collecting. Listed below are some examples of PPE and things you will need. Write a sentence describing the purpose of each item the items you think you would use when collecting plants.



Activity 160 Basic Plant Concepts

Characteristic 1: Autotrophic. This means that plants make their own food. This makes them a primary food source for many other life forms. Characteristic 2 : Cell walls. This makes them different from animal life. The cell wall makes a plant rigid and rigidity makes a plant mostly cecile (non-motile). The plant's cell walls also make plants remarkably strong, which is why we can use some plants as building materials.

(http://www.interactive-biology.com/3956/anatomy-of-the-plant-cell-vs-a-human-cell/) Characteristic 3: Parenchyma cells are important and significant feature to allow the plant to perform functions such as storage of oils, water and salts. They are found in leaves, stems and roots.

(http://www.tutorvista.com/content/biology/biology-iii/plant-histology/parenchyma.php) Characteristic 4: Inflorescences (a shoot that bears a flower). There are two main types of inflorescences, cymose and racemose.

(http://www.excellup.com/InterBiology/morphologyquestion.aspx)


What is an inflorescence and what are the two types of inflorescences in plants?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

What makes plants distinguishable from animals?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

If heterotrophic means consuming someone else’s food. What does autotrophic mean?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

What important functions do parenchyma cells perform?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________



Activity 161 Pest Plant Species

Lantana is one of the most common causes of poisoning in Queensland. Most varieties should be considered dangerous, particularly to livestock. Lantana stretches along most of Australia’s coastlines and agricultural districts. This is an increasing problem for agricultural produces both animals and crops. The rapid spread of lantana and its increasing resistance against herbicides have cost the agricultural industry millions of dollars in loss of production. The toxin in lantana severely affects cattle sheep and goats. Cuts or close interaction with the plants can also cause mild to severe skin irritation in humans. Control of lantana has been through clearing, burning and spraying with herbicides.

What are some traditional methods of controlling lantana?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

It would be appropriate to wear some form of PPE to protect an individual, such as gardening gloves.

True / False


Mother of Millions is another common poisonous plant found in both agricultural and domestic regions. The Mother of Millions is considered a pest, especially in agricultural industries. Consumption of any part of the plant can cause clinical signs to occur. Irregular heart rate and increased respiratory function causing severe stress, the animal then collapses and dies. The leaves on the plant are the most toxic. Removal of the plant includes manual removal through pulling or spraying of herbicides.

What are some methods to control Mother of Millions?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

What are some of the clinical signs of Mother of Millions poisoning?

_______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

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178. Plant Debris and Waste Material Produced During Turf Work are Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

179. Checks are Conducted on All Materials, Tools and Equipment, with Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor

180. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained While Completing Turf Activities

181. Turf Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Enterprise Guidelines

182. Hazards are Identified and Reported to the Supervisor


184. Turf Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements and Workplace Information

185. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment is Selected and Checked Prior To Use

186. Enterprise Policy and Procedures in Relation to Workplace Practices, Handling and Disposal of Materials are Observed





191. Plant Debris and Waste Materials are Prepared and Processed in an Appropriate and Safe Manner According to Supervisor’s Instructions



194. Interactions With Other Staff and Turf Users are Carried Out in a Positive and Professional Manner



Activity 177 Identifying Tools and Equipment Match the items below with their names from the list provided.

________________ __________________ _____________ ________________ __________________ _____________ ________________ __________________ _____________

________________ __________________ _____________ ________________ __________________ _____________ ________________ __________________ _____________

HAND MOWER AUTOMATIC MOWER BRUSHCUTTER LAWN EDGER RIDE-ON MOWER PETROL MOWER



Activity 178 Storing Waste Materials Here are some of the waste materials you may encounter in turf work:

Fallen tree limbs and small branches

Leaves

Grass clippings

Garden mulches, including pebbles

Weeds removed from lawn

Animal faeces

General litter (paper, bottles, cigarette butts)

It is very important that this waste is cleared away, especially before mowing. A neat and tidy lawn is also far more attractive than one that is messy and overgrown. The rule for disposal of waste materials is simple: ‘green waste’- tree branches, leaves, grass clippings and weeds-may be recycled as compost. Animal faeces must be removed using newspaper or a plastic bag, and placed in the wheelie bin with general litter. Your task is to place each of the items listed above into the correct bin: COMPOST BIN WHEELIE BIN

____________________________ ________________________ ____________________________ ________________________ ____________________________ ________________________ ____________________________ ________________________ ____________________________ ________________________



Activity 179 Checking Tools and Equipment You are required to do a pre-start inspection of a lawn mower. It has a petrol engine which uses two-stroke fuel. Listed below are the problems you might find and a solution for each. Your job is to match the problem to the solution in each case, by drawing a line between the two.

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Cutting blades worn and blunt Clean grass and dirt from air filter

Fuel tank empty Remove and replace cutting blades

Air filter clogged Add two-stroke fuel to tank

Pull cord worn and frayed Contact supplier to organise repairs

Cracks in mower body Remove and replace pull cord

Loose bolts on handles Tighten loose bolts to secure handles



Activity 180 Clean and Safe Work Environment Needle stick injuries in the workplace can occur at any time. They are caused when the skin is punctured by a discarded hypodermic needle. Outside of hospitals, they most often occur in public places such as parks and gardens. Needle stick injuries can result in the victim being infected with diseases such as Hepatitis and HIV (the AIDS virus). If you find a syringe, you must fill out an incident report form, even if no one has been injured. You are required to say when and where the syringe was found, what action you took, and whom you informed. Use the information from the case study to help you fill out the incident report form:

Case Study: You are employed as a turf worker at the local botanical gardens. Today you were working on the lawns in the Japanese Garden. At 9.30 am, you were using the lawn edger when you noticed a syringe on the lawn ahead. You picked it up carefully using pliers, and placed it in the sharps disposal unit you are required to carry with you. Then you reported to your supervisor.

INCIDENT REPORT

INCIDENT: Finding syringe

DATE & TIME PLACE ACTION TAKEN REPORTED TO



Activity 181 Mixing Fertilizers Correctly Applying fertilizers is an important part of turf work. To be most effective, liquid fertilizers need to be mixed correctly. Look at the mixing instructions below, and answer the questions:

GREENGROW LAWN FOOD

Mix 30 mls of fertilizer with 1 litre of water

How much water do I need to mix with 60 mls of fertilizer? _______________ How much fertilizer do I mix with 5 litres of water? _______________ Here is a label from another container of liquid fertilizer. This one tells us what area of lawn is treated by each litre of fertilizer. Use this information to answer the questions that follow:

HUNGRY LAWN

1 litre of fertilizer will treat 10 square metres (m²)

How many litres of fertilizer do I need to treat 50 square metres of lawn? _______________ How many square metres of lawn are treated by 8.5 litres of fertilizer? ___________

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196. Waste Material Produced During Gardening Work is Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

197. Checks are Conducted on all Materials, Tools and Equipment, with Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor

198. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained While Completing Gardening Activities

199. Gardening Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Enterprise Guidelines



202. Gardening Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements, and According to Workplace Information

203. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment is Selected and Checked Prior To Use





208. Techniques Used when Loading and Unloading Materials Demonstrate Correct Manual Handling, and Minimize Damage to the Load and the Vehicle






Activity 195 Materials, Tools and Equipment Here is some information about trowels, hand forks, secateurs and lawn weeders. Which one is which? Draw a line joining the tool with its correct description.

Lawn weeder These can be long or short handled. They are used mainly for lifting small plants. The fern......... has a narrow blade for transplanting very small seedlings. It is useful for lifting seedlings from nursery beds, seed trays or pots.

Hand fork Long or short handled, these are used for levering out lawn weeds.

Trowel These are commonly used for light digging, loosening soil around plants and lifting weeds, particularly in confined spaces, such as between seedlings or in rock gardens. They are made with short or long handles and have either straight or curved flat tines.

Secateurs These are used to trim or cut leaves and small

branches from shrubs and trees.



Activity 196 Storage of Waste Materials Read the following information and complete the task:

Circle either TRUE or FALSE for each of the statements below:

1. Green waste comes from gardening. TRUE FALSE 2. Recycling does nothing to help the environment. TRUE FALSE 3. The waste left over from gardening jobs can be used as mulch. TRUE FALSE 4. Recycling garden waste is a way to save money. TRUE FALSE 5. Compost harms plants because it takes nutrients from the soil. TRUE FALSE

Most green waste can now be stored for recycling, rather than being thrown away and forgotten. This helps to keep the environment safe, and saves you money. The waste from gardening jobs can be reused as garden mulch. It can also be composted, to supply nutrients to soil and aid the growth of plants. It is worthwhile making the effort to separate your green waste from general rubbish. You can make a difference!



Activity 197 Checking Tools and Equipment Here is the prestart inspection procedure for a brush cutter. The names of different parts of the brush cutter are underlined. Find each part on the picture below, and write its name in the space provided. The first letter is supplied for you in each case:

Inspect cutting head for any damage

Inspect all handles and grips

Check engine to be sure gearbox is lubricated and air filter cleaned

Check pull cord for any signs of wear and tear

Inspect guard near cutting blade or cord

G __ __ __ __

C __ __ __ __ __ __ H __ __ __

P __ __ __ C __ __ __

E __ __ __ __ __

H __ __ __ __ __



Activity 198 Clean and Safe Worksite Disposal of debris from the worksite is a necessary part of supporting gardening work. Many operators now prefer to recycle leftover materials rather than dumping them. This is more environmentally friendly and often cheaper. Here is what happens to debris from most worksites:

Organic materials such as branches and leaves can be processed into mulch by chipping or shredding.

Grass clippings and leaves are ideal for composting. Weeds are generally disposed of by burning or simply dumping. Rubbish such as plastic, glass, paper and cardboard can be recycled through the

local waste management operation. Timber can be reused, and if it has not been treated with chemicals, may be useful

as firewood. Stones, rocks, sand and soil can all be reused or placed in landfill. Hazardous substances such as oil, horticultural chemicals and cleaning agents

should not be dumped in ordinary landfills. There are special places for these products at local dumps and transfer stations.

Now complete the following sentences:

1. Chipping and shredding is used to process __________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. If timber has not been treated with chemicals, it can be used as __________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Weeds may be disposed of by ____________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________ are ideal for composting. 5. Hazardous substances should not be dumped in ______________________ ____________________________________________________________ 6. Rubbish such as _______________________________________________ ____________________________________ can be recycled.



Activity 199 Safe Work Practices Here is an extract from a pamphlet promoting sun safety at work:

The nature of outdoor work means you will spend long periods in the sun. Wearing a hat for protection is not enough. The sun’s dangerous ultra violet radiation can reflect off footpaths, shiny surfaces, white paint, light coloured concrete, sand, and water. Over 90% of ultra violet radiation can penetrate cloud. This means that even on an overcast or rainy day, you need to think of sun protection. Most people get sunburnt when the temperature is between 18 and 27°C, because they don’t think the sun will burn them on cooler days. The danger period each day is between 10.00am and 3.00pm. You need to take extra care during these times. It is recommended that you wear a hat with a brim of between 8 and 10 centimetres. Sunscreen with an SPF 15+ is recommended. Now answer the following questions:

1. What percentage of ultra violet radiation can penetrate cloud? _________________________

2. What is the temperature range in which most people are sunburnt? _________________________

3. How many degrees’ difference is there between the highest and the lowest temperature in this range?

_________________________

4. What is the danger period each day? _________________________

5. How many hours is this? _________________________

6. The brim of your hat should be how many centimetres wide? _________________________

7. What sun protection factor should you look for in sunscreen? _________________________

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214. Checks are Conducted on all Materials, Tools and Equipment, with Insufficient or Faulty Items Reported to the Supervisor

215. A Clean and Safe Worksite is Maintained while Working

216. Work is Undertaken in a Safe and Environmentally Appropriate Manner According to Enterprise Guidelines


218. Waste Material Produced During Work is Stored in a Designated Area According to Supervisor’s Instructions

219. Work Support is Provided According to OH&S Requirements, and According to Workplace Information








227. Materials, Equipment and Machinery are Handled and Transported According to Supervisor’s Instructions


Contact details and order information – refer last 2 pages.



Activity 212 Materials, Tools and Equipment Draw a line between each folding knife and its correct name on the list provided:

Straight blade with pruning tip

Curved blade

Straight blade and pruning blade (combined)

Straight blade



Activity 213 Reporting to Supervisor Here is a checklist of the jobs your supervisor asked you to do today. You have placed a tick beside those you completed, so that the list looks like this:

Prepare soil for seeding in Bed 4

Harvest and pick flowers from Bed 6

Assist with sorting, grading and packing flowers

Maintain flower gardens by weeding, adding fertilizer

Complete the following quiz:

1. When you complete a task at work, you should:

a) Take an early break because you have earned it b) Tell your supervisor you have finished the task c) Go on to the next job or ask the supervisor for further instructions d) Both b and c

2. The checklist shows that you:

a) Prepared the soil for seeding in Bed 4, harvested and picked flowers from

Bed 6, maintained the flower gardens by weeding and adding fertilizer, but you did not assist with sorting, grading and packing flowers

b) Prepared the soil for seeding in Bed 4, harvested and picked flowers from Bed 6, assisted with sorting, grading and packing flowers, but you did not maintain the flower gardens by weeding and adding fertilizer

c) Harvested and picked flowers from Bed 6, assisted with sorting, grading and packing flowers, maintained the flower gardens by weeding and adding fertilizer, but you did not prepare soil for planting in Bed 4



Activity 214 Reporting Faults Your task is to inspect the micro spray irrigation system in the greenhouse to ensure it is working properly. You are to look for worn or broken components. You must also decide whether these items need to be repaired or replaced. Here is a list of the faults that you find during your inspection:

Use the report form below to inform your supervisor of these faults, the action required to correct them, and the materials needed. The first is done for you:

FAULT ACTION MATERIALS

Poly tube split in two places Repair Joiners

1. The poly tube is split in two places and needs to be repaired using joiners

2. Three spray heads are broken and one is missing. All need to be replaced

3. There is a clamp missing from one of the joins, and this must be replaced

4. A tee joiner is also lost and needs to be replaced 5. All spray heads are blocked and need to be cleaned by

flushing with clean water



Activity 215 Clean and Safe Working Environment In floriculture, it is very important that greenhouse surfaces are kept clean and free of debris. This is to prevent the spread of diseases and the growth of algae, both of which can affect the health of workers and crops. Knives, shears and secateurs used for cutting flowers must be disinfected often. In some greenhouses, this is done after every cut is made. The general rule is to disinfect after each batch of plants is completed. Disinfecting is done by dipping the tool into a liquid solution, or by spraying. Tools must be thoroughly dried before being placed into storage. Your task: Design your own sign for display in a floricultural greenhouse. The sign should give workers information about disinfecting tools in the workplace. Start with words like “Remember...” or “Always make sure that you…”



Activity 216 Undertaking Work Here is some information about chlorine bleach. Read it and complete the tasks below:

Chlorine bleach has been used for many years as a sanitizer in the floriculture industry.

The half-life of a chlorine solution (time required for 50 percent reduction in strength) is only two hours. After two hours, there is only one half as much chlorine as was present at first. After four hours, only one quarter is left, and so on. Ideally, you should prepare chlorine solutions 30 minutes before each use.

The concentration normally used is one part of chlorine to nine parts of water.

Chlorine is corrosive. Repeated use of chlorine solutions may be harmful to plastics or metals.

Objects to be sanitized with chlorine require 30 minutes of soaking and should then be rinsed with water.

Bleach should be used in a well-ventilated area.

Bleach is toxic to some plants, such as poinsettias.

Tasks:

1. To understand this information about chlorine bleach, you must also be familiar with the values of percentages and fractions. For example, 50% has the same value as

one half (½). Complete the table for other percentage and fraction values:

PERCENTAGE FRACTION

25%

¾

2. If the correct mix is 9 parts of water to one part of chlorine, how much water must

be mixed with 3 parts of chlorine?

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