Externally-Set Mandatory Knowledge Questions for the Following Units

ABC Externally-Set Mandatory Knowledge Questions

Externally-Set Mandatory Knowledge Questions for the following units

Monitoring and maintaining health and safety [Y/501/6353]

Maintain and develop personal performance [F/502/1689]

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others [T/502/1690]

Preparing ground for seeding and planting [K/502/0990]

Establishing plants or seeds in soil [A/502/1223]

Plant nomenclature, terminology and identification [A/502/1979]

These units are Mandatory in the

ABC Level 2 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Horticulture) [60124507]

Contents
Guidance for centres / 3
Monitoring and maintaining health and safety [Y/501/6353] / 4
Maintain and develop personal performance [F/502/1689] / 14
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others [T/502/1690] / 17
Preparing ground for seeding and planting [K/502/0990] / 19
Establishing plants or seeds in soil [A/502/1223] / 28
Plant nomenclature, terminology and identification [A/502/1979] / 34

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ABC Externally-Set Mandatory Knowledge Questions

Guidance for centres

These questions relate to the following unit/s

1. Monitoring and maintaining health and safety [Y/501/6353]

2. Maintain and develop personal performance [F/502/1689]

3. Maintain and develop personal performance [F/502/1689]

4. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others [T/502/1690]

5. Preparing ground for seeding and planting [K/502/0990]

6. Establishing plants or seeds in soil [A/502/1223]

7. Plant nomenclature, terminology and identification [A/502/1979]

Purpose of these questions

· These questions must be completed by all learners enrolled on these units as part of the ABC Level 2 Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture (Horticulture)

· They are designed to confirm evidence that a learner understands the knowledge element found in these units. Learners will need to provide other methods of diverse evidence e.g. observations / photographic evidence to meet all the Assessment Criteria linked to Learning Outcomes for these units as part of their portfolio.

· The information in brackets by the side of each question number indicates which Assessment criteria the question links to.

· Centres may print the questions off for learners.

How to use these questions

· Questions should be answered in the context of the learner’s working environment.

· Questions do not need to be completed under “exam-type” conditions.

· The questions do not have to be completed in one session,

· Questions should be undertaken with an assessor / supervisor present to ensure that the responses are those of the learner.

· Learners may provide the answers orally, provided the answers are recorded in an appropriate way – e.g. audio, video, transcribed.

· Centres must offer learners reasonable adjustments where required e.g. a reader and/or a scribe. Centres should read ABC’s guidance[1] on types of adjustments to ensure learners receive the most appropriate support

· Questions should be marked internally and internally moderated as part of the internal quality assurance process of the centre.

· Completed and marked questions, with evidence of internal moderation, must be made available to the ABC external moderator on request

· Learners must successfully achieve all questions.

· Questions can be attempted as many times as required, maintaining copies for audit purposes

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Mandatory Questions

UNIT TITLE / Monitoring and maintaining health and safety
UNIT NUMBER / Y/501/6353 / LEVEL / 2 / CREDIT VALUE / 3
Learner / Assessor
Learning Outcome 3. Know the systems and procedures for maintaining health, safety and security

1. (AC3.1) What are the requirements of an organisation with regard to ensuring security in the workplace?

______

ACHIEVED? *

2. (AC3.2) Describe the roles and responsibilities for Health and Safety in the workplace under organisational policy and legislation.

______

ACHIEVED? *

3. (AC3.3) If the measures put in place to control risks are inadequate, explain why this needs to be reported.

______

ACHIEVED? *

4. (AC3.4) List the types of emergencies that are likely to occur in the horticultural industry.

______

ACHIEVED? *

5. (AC3.4) For the types of emergencies listed for question 4 describe the procedures that need to be put in place to deal with them.

______

ACHIEVED? *

6. (AC3.5) Explain how the procedures described in question 5 may be affected by location.

______

ACHIEVED? *

7. (AC3.6) List the different types of fire extinguisher relevant to the horticultural industry.

______

ACHIEVED? *

8. (AC3.6) Explain what the different types of fire extinguisher listed above are used for.

______

ACHIEVED? *

9. (AC3.7) List the different forms of waste relevant to the horticultural industry.

______

ACHIEVED? *

10. (AC3.7) Describe the appropriate methods for disposing of the following types of waste:

organic

______

inorganic

______

ACHIEVED? *

11. (AC3.8) Explain the relationship between security and safety within the workplace.

______

ACHIEVED? *

12. (AC3.9) List any specific risks relevant to child safety in the workplace.

______

ACHIEVED? *

13. (AC3.10) With regard to accidents in the workplace state:

why they should be reported

______

to whom they should be reported

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 4. Understand why equipment is transported and stored safely

14. (AC4.1) Explain how equipment and materials should be safely:

transported

______

stored

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 5. Know the reason for following manufacturers’ guidance

15. (AC5.1) Why is it important to follow manufacturer’s and organisational training instructions with regard to Health and Safety?

______

ACHIEVED? *

16. (AC5.1) Explain the potential consequences and risks if manufacturer’s and organisational training instructions on Health and Safety are not followed your workplace.

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 7. Understand how to maintain the health and safety of self and others

17. (AC7.1) Describe your role and the role of others, in maintaining health and safety.

______

ACHIEVED? *

18. (AC7.2) Why would you leave information about your location when working in isolation or in remote areas?

______

ACHIEVED? *

19. (AC7.3) In relation to accidents which have occurred, explain why they should be:

reported without delay

______

recorded on the appropriate documentation

______

ACHIEVED? *

20. (AC7.4) Explain the methods that can be used to minimise environmental damage during work activities.

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 8. Know the safe lifting techniques

21. (AC8.1) Describe the safe methods used to:

move items ______

______

lift items

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 9. Know how to maintain health and safety

22. (AC9.1) Give reasons for maintaining good:

personal hygiene

______

workplace hygiene ______

______

ACHIEVED? *

23. (AC9.2) Explain why it is important not to carry out actions beyond a person’s capabilities in a Health and Safety emergency.

______

ACHIEVED? *

24. (AC9.2) State what your own limitations are in dealing with Health and Safety emergencies.

______

ACHIEVED? *

25. (AC9.3) Describe basic emergency first aid procedures.

______

ACHIEVED? *

26. (AC9.4) List the types of Personal Protective Equipment and clothing suitable for the horticultural industry.

______

ACHIEVED? *

27. (AC9.4) In relation to the types of Personal Protective Equipment and clothing listed above explain how they are:

used

______

cleaned

______

stored

______

inspected

______

replaced

______

ACHIEVED? *

(Y/501/6353) These questions have been completed in the following manner (complete as appropriate)
Written Questions completed by the learner
Verbal questions completed by assessor / scribe using learner’s own words
Scribes Signature (where appropriate)
(If not assessor) / Date
Learner Signature / Date
Assessor Signature / Date
Internal Moderator /QA Signature (IF SAMPLED) / Date

Mandatory Questions

UNIT TITLE / Maintain and develop personal performance
UNIT NUMBER / F/502/1689 / LEVEL / 2 / CREDIT VALUE / 2
Learner / Assessor
Learning Outcome 3. Know how to develop personal performance

1. (AC3.1) State the limits of your responsibility in relation to 2 tasks/activities:

(i)

______

(ii)

______

ACHIEVED? *

2. (AC3.2) State who to obtain advice from in relation to 2 tasks/activities:

(i)

______

(ii)

______

ACHIEVED? *

3. (AC3.3) List 2 correct procedures for obtaining advice on certain tasks/activities in your workplace:

(i)

______

(ii)

______

ACHIEVED? *

4. (AC3.4) State 2 risks associated with not obtaining advice for specific tasks when the guidance is unclear

(i)

______

(ii)

______

ACHIEVED? *

5. (AC3.5) Explain how to set and agree development needs:

______

ACHIEVED? *

6. (AC3.5) Explain how to set and agree personal targets:

______

ACHIEVED? *

7. (AC3.6) State why is it important to review personal performance.

______

ACHIEVED? *

(F/502/1689) These questions have been completed in the following manner (complete as appropriate)
Written Questions completed by the learner
Verbal questions completed by assessor / scribe using learner’s own words
Scribes Signature (where appropriate)
(If not assessor) / Date
Learner Signature / Date
Assessor Signature / Date
Internal Moderator /QA Signature (IF SAMPLED) / Date

Mandatory Questions

UNIT TITLE / Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
UNIT NUMBER / T/502/1690 / LEVEL / 2 / CREDIT VALUE / 2
Learner / Assessor
Learning Outcome 2. Understand why good working practices are important

1. (AC2.1) State why it is important to have good working relationships.

______

ACHIEVED? *

2. (AC2.2) Give 3 examples of how good working relationships can be maintained.

(i)

______

(ii)

______

(iii)

______

ACHIEVED? *

3. (AC2.3) Give 2 examples of how disagreements within your workplace can be dealt with.

______

ACHIEVED? *

4. (AC2.4) Describe your role and responsibility for dealing with disagreements in the workplace.

______

ACHIEVED? *

5. (AC2.4) Describe the importance of communication in the workplace.

______

ACHIEVED? *

(T/502/1690) These questions have been completed in the following manner (complete as appropriate)
Written Questions completed by the learner
Verbal questions completed by assessor / scribe using learner’s own words
Scribes Signature (where appropriate)
(If not assessor) / Date
Learner Signature / Date
Assessor Signature / Date
Internal Moderator /QA Signature (IF SAMPLED) / Date
UNIT TITLE / Preparing ground for seeding and planting
UNIT NUMBER / K/502/0990 / LEVEL / 2 / CREDIT VALUE / 4
Learner / Assessor
Learning Outcome 4. Know how to prepare the ground

1. (AC4.1) Describe the different clearance and minor levelling methods which can be used on the

following sites:

green-field

______

urban-derelict

______

reclaimed land

______

existing gardens

______

ACHIEVED? *

2. (AC4.2) In preparing the ground for seeding and planting explain how the following can be correctly

achieved:

tilth

______

consolidation

______

nutrient levels

______

ACHIEVED? *

3. (AC4.3) List the composts, fertilisers and other materials which can be used to prepare ground for seeding and planting.

______

ACHIEVED? *

4. (AC4.3) State where and when the composts, fertilisers and other materials listed above should be

used to prepare ground for seeding and planting

______

ACHIEVED? *

5. (AC4.4) Explain how the preparation of the ground may be affected by:

type of plants / seeds ______

______

soil type ______

______

ground conditions ______

______

weather conditions ______

______

type of site

______

ACHIEVED? *

6. (AC4.5) List the unwanted impacts that preparing ground for seeding and planting may have on a site.

______

ACHIEVED? *

7. (AC4.5) For the unwanted impacts listed above, explain how each can be avoided.

______

ACHIEVED? *

8. (AC4.6) Explain why it is important to clear debris from sites:

effectively

______

safely

______

tidily

______

legally

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 5. Know the types of hazards

9. (AC5.1) List the hazards arising from underground services to sites to be prepared for seeding and planting.

______

ACHIEVED? *

10. (AC5.1) Explain how each hazard listed above could be avoided.

______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 6. Know the types of weeds

11. (AC6.1) Identify 15 types of perennial weeds and state how to control them:

1. ______

2. ______

3. ______

4. ______

5. ______

6. ______

7. ______

8. ______

9. ______

10. ______

11. ______

12. ______

13. ______

14. ______

15. ______

ACHIEVED? *

Learning Outcome 7. Know the types of equipment and materials required and how to maintain them

12. (AC7.1) List the equipment and materials that are required to prepare ground for seeding and planting. ______

______

ACHIEVED? *

13. (AC7.2) Explain the effects of the following materials on prepared ground:

organic matter ______

______

fertiliser

______

lime

______