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Implement a post-harvest program

Implement a post-harvest program

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT303
State Code
BAQ47
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
21/12/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050101 - Agricultural Science
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a post-harvest program for horticultural crops.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for implementation of post-harvest operations
  • 1.1 Identify post-harvest operations to be performed
  • 1.2 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.3 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery
2. Coordinate post-harvest work
  • 2.1 Identify enterprise work team and coordinate tasks
  • 2.2 Undertake post-harvest operations
  • 2.3 Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic work area
3. Implement post-harvest treatments
  • 3.1 Grade and label harvested produce
  • 3.2 Identify and dispose of produce that does not meet specifications and enterprise standards
  • 3.3 Select post-harvest treatments according to harvested produce requirements
  • 3.4 Ensure timing, rate, application method, environmental requirements and handling techniques conform to the requirements of the harvested produce
  • 3.5 Ensure post-harvest practices are economical, methodical, meet established work schedules and minimise damage to produce
  • 3.6 Clean and maintain tools, equipment and machinery
4. Implement hazardous waste disposal guidelines
  • 4.1 Review waste disposal requirements and determine operational tasks
  • 4.2 Monitor collection of waste and disposal
  • 4.3 Report conditions likely to impact on business viability
5. Implement packing and presentation requirements of produce
  • 5.1 Review specified packing and presentation requirements and determine operational tasks
  • 5.2 Monitor and adjust packing and presentation processes
  • 5.3 Record packing and presentation processes
6. Implement storage requirements of produce
  • 6.1 Review specified storage requirements and determine operational tasks
  • 6.2 Monitor storage processes and facilities
  • 6.3 Record storage processes and conditions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7186 AHCPHT303A Implement a post-harvest program Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT63 AHCPHT313 Implement a post-harvest program Unit of competency