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Perform mushroom substrate process tasks

Perform mushroom substrate process tasks

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT220
State Code
OCT73
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform mushroom substrate process tasks, including preparing and assisting with each process stage and finalising substrate processes.The unit applies to individuals who perform mushroom substrate process tasks under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for each process stage
  • 1.1 Identify substrate process requirements with supervisor
  • 1.2 Select and prepare tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.3 Report and fix faults or variations from required settings
  • 1.4 Identify site quarantine protocols, workplace and personal hygiene requirements and food safety requirements when preparing for substrate process stages
  • 1.5 Identify workplace health and safety hazards, and report to supervisor
  • 1.6 Identify environmental and biosecurity implications associated with work, and minimise impact
2. Fill units with mushroom substrate
  • 2.1 Operate filling equipment at a speed that maintains continuous operation
  • 2.2 Fill units with mushroom substrate according to workplace procedures
3. Assist with spawning processes
  • 3.1 Inspect and report any abnormalities found in spawn
  • 3.2 Mix spawn into mushroom substrate
  • 3.3 Check spawn usage rate and report variations according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Apply and mix supplement as required
  • 3.5 Install spawned mushroom substrate in spawn run rooms
  • 3.6 Take samples of mushroom substrate according to workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Check mushroom substrate for presence of pests, and take remedial action as required
4. Prepare and apply casing mixture
  • 4.1 Assemble and check required quantities of pesticides, peat, limestone and additives for casing
  • 4.2 Blend casing ingredients according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Take samples of prepared casing and mushroom substrate before casing has been added
  • 4.4 Apply and mix supplement as required
  • 4.5 Check casing depth, structure and consistency, and report variations according to workplace procedures
5. Finalise mushroom substrate processes
  • 5.1 Clean and return tools, equipment and machinery to required location
  • 5.2 Identify and report unserviceable tools, equipment and machinery according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Clean up at the end of each process stage
  • 5.4 Complete records legibly and accurately
  • 5.5 Report work outcomes and seek feedback on performance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP00 AHCPHT207 Perform mushroom substrate process tasks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJR9 AHC20324 Certificate II in Production Horticulture Qualification
BGG4 AHC20320 Certificate II in Production Horticulture Qualification