Unit Award Scheme

LE4549 POST AND WIRE FENCING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for post and wire fence construction	Summary sheet
2	name at least four tools used in post and wire fencing	Summary sheet
experienced
3	clearing a fence line from obstacles eg previous posts	Summary sheet
4	digging at least two holes for straining and turning posts using spades and shuv-holers	Summary sheet
5	using a mallet and chisel to secure strut ends to the posts	Summary sheet
6	using a post driver to knock in the intermediate stakes	Summary sheet
7	hammering staples correctly into the posts to secure the wire	Summary sheet
8	adjusting the tension of the wire using monkey strainers	Summary sheet
9	working safely in a practical environment	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
10	the reason why the top wire must be stapled and strained	Summary sheet
11	the reason why mature living trees should never be used as posts	Summary sheet
12	at least two different materials needed prior to construction of the post and wire fencing.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 23 March 2010Level - Entry Level