| 1 | Be able to identify more than one type of unwanted vegetation | 1.1 | Identify correctly the following unwanted vegetation types: (i) competing vegetation (weeds) (ii) hazardous vegetation (iii) excessive growth |
| 2 | Be able to remove more than one type of unwanted vegetation | 2.1 | Carry out the removal of unwanted vegetation using the correct equipment and materials, in accordance with instructions (i) competing vegetation (ii) hazardous vegetation (iii) excessive growth. |
| 2.2 | Leave crops in a condition which promotes their health, growth and appearance on completion |
| 3 | Be able to select, use and maintain equipment for the removal of unwanted vegetation | 3.1 | Select and use appropriate equipment for this area of work |
| 3.2 | Prepare, maintain and store equipment in a safe and effective working condition. |
| 4 | Be able to work safely and minimise environmental damage | 4.1 | Work in a way which maintains health and safety and is consistent with current legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements |
| 4.2 | Carry out work in a manner which minimises environmental damage |
| 4.3 | Dispose of waste safely and correctly |
| 5 | Know how to identify and remove unwanted vegetation | 5.1 | State how to identify all types of unwanted vegetation (i) competing vegetation (weeds) (ii) hazardous vegetation (iii) excessive growth |
| 5.2 | Describe two methods for removing unwanted vegetation |
| 6 | Know the environmental impacts of removing unwanted vegetation | 6.1 | State the potential environmental impacts as a result of removing unwanted vegetation and how any harmful impacts can be minimised |
| 6.2 | State actions to take if damage or pollution occurs |
| 7 | Know the types of equipment required and how to maintain them | 7.1 | Describe the equipment which will be necessary for the removal of unwanted vegetation |
| 7.2 | Describe methods of maintaining the equipment ready for use |
| 8 | Know the relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice. | 8.1 | Outline the current health and safety legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements, which apply to this area of work. |
| 8.2 | Describe how environmental damage can be minimised |
| 8.3 | Describe the correct methods for disposing of organic and inorganic waste. |
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