plants contribution to indoor climate and health conditions
The way different plants influence the indoor climate and what plants may cause allergy
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Interior landscapers design, install, manage and maintain indoor green spaces to customer requirements.
Competences and skills
29 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
4 competencesenvironmental indoor quality
The consequences on indoor environmental quality of every choice made in the design process.
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landscaping materials
Field of information which distinguishes certain required materials, such as wood and wood chips, cement, pebbles and soil for landscaping purposes.
plant disease control
Types and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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plant species
The variety of plants, trees and shrubs and their special characteristics.
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Cross-sector
2 competencesdesign principles
The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.
pest control in plants
Types and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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Essential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesassess risks and implications of a design
Assess the risks of the site, proposed development and the implications of overall site layout for final design, utility, maintenance and safety of use.
create plant displays
Create plant displays from interior or exterior plants to serve as borders in a formal or informal garden, hanging baskets, planting containers or indoor green walls.
prepare artificial plant displays
Prepare the artificial plants and other materials according to requirements. Set up, install and maintain artificial plant displays.
Sector-specific
9 competencesassist in interior plant projects
Assist in or carry out the planting, maintaining, watering and spraying of flowers, hanging baskets, plants, shrubs and trees in interior decorations according to the work description or project
develop architectural plans
Draft a master plan for building sites and landscape plantings. Prepare detailed development plans and specifications in accordance with applicable laws. Analyse private development plans for their accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with laws.
perform pest control
Carry out crop spraying pest and disease operations in line with National industry and customer requirements. Carry out slurry and fertiliser spreading in accordance with local environmental regulations
- Scope note
- Working with pesticides may require a special certificate in some countries and reording the data about the usage of pesticdes.
perform weed control operations
Carry out crop spraying for weeds and plant disease operations in line with National industry and customer requirements.
prepare flower arrangements
Prepare and arrange flower compositions according to design by applying necessary techniques and using necessary materials.
prepare planting area
Prepare planting area and soil for planting by for example fertilising, mulching by hand or using mechanical tools or machinery. Prepare seeds and plants for sowing and planting by ensuring the quality of seed and plants. Sow and plant by hand, using mechanical tools or machinery and in accordance with national legislation.
prune hedges and trees
Cut and prune trees and hedges in ornemental forms, considering botanical and esthetical aspects.
specify landscape design components
Create design components and materials which are appropriate to site, purpose and expected usage. Recommend plants and materials suitable to the scheme and within budget.
transport physical resources within the work area
Transport physical resources such as products, equipment, materials, and liquids. Carefully load, transport and unload resources safely and efficiently, keeping the load in good condition.
Cross-sector
1 competencecommunicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
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Cross-sector
1 competenceagronomy
The study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. It includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for sustainability in agriculture.
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Optional skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceenhance landscapes
Enhance landscapes by applying mulch and top soil, planting, and seeding lawns.
Sector-specific
6 competencesbuild garden masonry
Create types of masonry specific for gardens such as walls, stairs, etc.
create landscape designs
Use creative ideas to conceptualize landscape projects by making designs, drawings and sketches. These designs consist of parks, highways or walkways and try to create a public functional area.
design landscape schemes
Design landscaping schemes and create scale models, according to specifications and budget.
manage time in landscaping
Plan and implement work schedules to fit in landscaping activities, which include the briefing phase where the landscape project is discussed with a client after which follow a series of sketches, plans and designs.
operate landscaping equipment
Operate a variety of landscaping equipment and hand tools such as: chain saws, line trimmers, tillers, back hoes, bobcats, chemical sprayer, bed edgers, rake, mowers, blowers, spreader, portable sprinkler system, dump trailers, tillers, sod cutters, weed eaters, plant augers, and drills. Use landscaping service equipment for excavation, roto-tilling, ploughing, lawn fertilisation, flower planting.
work in a landscape team
Direct the activities of one or more members in a landscape team, or work as an individual part of such a team.
Cross-sector
1 competenceperform services in a flexible manner
Adapt service approach when circumstances change.