Unit Award Scheme

demonstrated the ability to

1. independently select and wear at least two pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) relating to bulb planting activities

2. identify and correctly select at least two tools or pieces of equipment related to bulb planting operations

3. work safely with the tools needed to naturalise bulbs

4. prepare the planting area correctly and select an appropriate organic matter to aid establishment

5. select at least two appropriate bulbs for planting and identify two bulbs that are poor in quality or condition

6. handle the bulbs correctly without damaging the outer layers, whilst planting them at an appropriate spacing and depth as instructed

7. firm in and back-fill the bulbs correctly without causing damage to each bulbs growing tip

8. keep the work area tidy and free from hazards while working and once a task is completed

9. differentiate between organic and inorganic waste and dispose of each in the correct manner

10. clean and store correctly at least two tools or pieces of equipment related to bulb planting

shown knowledge of

11. why safety when gardening independently and in groups is important

12. at least two reasons for composting green waste

13. at least two reasons for cleaning and storing the equipment correctly.