Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 8:56 AM AWST
12/09/2026 8:56 AM AWST
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Construct Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set
Construct Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00115
AHCSS00115
State Code
AE426
AE426
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
24/12/2020
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
373
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 24/12/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to cover the knowledge and skills required to safely construct roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades for commercial and or residential projects. It includes applying knowledge and skills in reading and interpreting plans and specifications, setting out sites and applying knowledge of vertical gardens and facades and roof garden construction requirements including irrigation and drainage, growing media and plant types.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package, including:
AHC40416 Certificate IV in Horticulture
AHC42020 Certificate IV in Landscape
AHC50416 Diploma of Horticulture
AHC50616 Diploma of Landscape Design.
AHC40416 Certificate IV in Horticulture
AHC42020 Certificate IV in Landscape
AHC50416 Diploma of Horticulture
AHC50616 Diploma of Landscape Design.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this skill set in some jurisdictions depending on the location of the work and/or plant and equipment used. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authorities.
Target Group
This skill set is for experienced horticultural, landscaping and/or construction workers and/or builders who construct roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades in new and or existing buildings.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package, the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package and the RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Package meet industry requirements for constructing or installing roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCU08 | AHCGRI401 | Construct roof gardens | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OCT82 | AHCGRI402 | Construct vertical gardens and green facades | 100 | Unit of competency |
| BAP92 | AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ51 | AHCPGD402 | Plan a plant establishment program | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ51 | AHCSOL305 | Prepare growing media | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCN76 | CPCCOM2001 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| BAO12 | AHCLSC301 | Set out site for construction works | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBW40 | RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF267 | AHCSS00184 | Construct Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set | Skill set |