Question 1

What should I focus on for Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management?

Accepted Answer

During practical observations, verbalise each step you take when cleaning or tidying, demonstrating your understanding of 'why' as well as 'how'.

Question 2

What should I focus on for Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (2)

Accepted Answer

When disposing of waste, always check the workplace sorting guidelines and ask if unsure—this shows conscientiousness and is often an assessment criterion.

Question 3

What should I focus on for Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (3)

Accepted Answer

For emergency scenarios, clearly state that you would first ensure your own safety, then call for assistance from a designated first aider or dial 999, giving details calmly.

Question 4

What should I focus on for Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (4)

Accepted Answer

Practice filling containers with dry compost before assessment to get a feel for the correct firmness—lightly firm but not compacted.

Question 5

What should I focus on for Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (5)

Accepted Answer

Always work over a tray or bench to catch spillage, showing assessors your attention to cleanliness and waste reduction.

Question 6

What are common mistakes in Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management?

Accepted Answer

Learners often assume that any household cleaning product is safe for use on floristry tools and surfaces, without checking for potential damage or chemical reactions.

Question 7

What are common mistakes in Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (2)

Accepted Answer

A frequent error is sweeping broken glass or thorny stem clippings directly into general waste without wrapping them securely, posing a risk to handlers.

Question 8

What are common mistakes in Skills and Education Group Awards QCF Horticulture & Land Management? (3)

Accepted Answer

In an emergency, learners may panic and forget to state their exact location or the nature of the accident when calling for help.

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