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Plan and implement a pasture establishment program

Plan and implement a pasture establishment program

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCBAC410
State Code
ODU29
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
050101 - Agricultural Science
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and oversee the implementation of a pasture establishment program.The unit 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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine requirements for pasture establishment program
  • 1.1 Assess pasture site for current condition and suitability for replacement
  • 1.2 Identify pasture species and cultivars suitable to soil, climate, seasonal conditions and livestock goals
  • 1.3 Identify and select pasture establishment procedures consistent with site parameters
  • 1.4 Assess and program equipment and technologies to ensure most efficient performance of operations
  • 1.5 Determine post-planting care according to production needs, enterprise standards and site capabilities
  • 1.6 Identify and assess plant germination and nutrient requirements according to soil characteristics
  • 1.7 Identify, cost and confirm availability of materials and resources
  • 1.8 Identify health and safety hazards, assess risk and develop controls
2. Develop plan for pasture establishment program
  • 2.1 Collate identified production requirements for pasture establishment and prepare detailed plans
  • 2.2 Develop and document procedures for work team to follow
  • 2.3 Develop on-site planting procedures and schedules
  • 2.4 Develop post-planting procedures for pasture care
  • 2.5 Plan for contingencies and identify alternative strategies
3. Oversee implementation of pasture establishment program
  • 3.1 Communicate procedures to work team
  • 3.2 Monitor implementation of pasture establishment program
  • 3.3 Implement contingencies and alternate strategies as planned conditions change
  • 3.4 Record progress and outcomes of pasture establishment during implementation according to workplace procedures
4. Review pasture establishment program
  • 4.1 Collate records of implemented pasture establishment program
  • 4.2 Reconcile planned program outcomes against actual outcome
  • 4.3 Review and document changes to pasture establishment program for future implementation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP42 AHCBAC402 Plan a pasture establishment program Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJA4 AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture Qualification
BDF2 AHC40116 Certificate IV in Agriculture Qualification