Unit Award Scheme

LE4562 GRASSLAND CONSERVATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	select appropriate personal protective equipment for grassland conservation	Summary sheet
2	recognise and name at least three tools used in the maintenance of grassland, eg slasher, rake, strimmer	Summary sheet
3	cut a specified area of grass using appropriate tools, eg reciprocating mower, strimmer, slasher, brush cutters	Summary sheet
4	rake the cut grass into windrows and then piles	Summary sheet
5	use appropriate tools and method to clear encroaching scrub	Summary sheet
6	dispose of grass cuttings correctly, eg in an appropriate disposal unit	Summary sheet
7	recognise the correct tool for a given task in a grassland conservation	Summary sheet
8	work safely in a practical environment	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
9	the correct time of year that the grass should be cut and why	Summary sheet
10	at least one reason why the cut vegetation needs to be removed from the grassland	Summary sheet
11	the role that livestock play in grassland management	Summary sheet
12	at least three species of invertebrates which benefit from grassland management	Summary sheet
13	at least three species of wildflower or grasses which benefit from grassland management.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 12 October 2010Level - Entry Level