Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 4:00 PM AWST
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Maintain Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set
Maintain Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00116
AHCSS00116
State Code
AE431
AE431
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
24/12/2020
Current Release Date
01/05/2024
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
166
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 01/05/2024 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 24/12/2020 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set is designed to cover the knowledge and skills required to maintain green infrastructure specific to commercial and or residential roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades.
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:
Certificate III in Agriculture
Certificate III in Horticulture
Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management.
These units of competency also build on skills and knowledge attained in Certificate III in Landscape Construction from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package to provide specialist skills in roof garden, green wall and green facade infrastructure.
Certificate III in Agriculture
Certificate III in Horticulture
Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management.
These units of competency also build on skills and knowledge attained in Certificate III in Landscape Construction from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package to provide specialist skills in roof garden, green wall and green facade infrastructure.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions, depending on the location of work and/or plant and equipment used. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authorities.
Target Group
This skill set is for horticulture workers responsible for maintaining roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from theAHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Packageand theRII Resources and Infrastructure Training Packagemeet industry requirements for maintaining roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAL98 | AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAP97 | AHCPMG301 | Control weeds | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODU61 | AHCPGD310 | Implement a landscape maintenance program | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCU07 | AHCGRI301 | Maintain roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBW40 | RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
