Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
specifications
production schedules
instructions
routine maintenance schedules
work notes
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
manufacturer instructions
verbal direction from manager, supervisor or senior operator
Components
Components of the irrigation system may include:
drippers
joiners
pipelines
sprinklers
filters
microjets
pumps
furrows
valves
Faults
Minor faults may include:
blocks
breaks
leaks
Maintenance
Routine preventive maintenance includes:
cleaning filters
flushing lines
replacing components
Tools
Basic hand tools may include:
screwdriver
shifters
dripper hole punchers
pressure gauges
snips and pliers
Materials
Materials may include:
cleaning chemical
tape
glue
wire
spare parts
Irrigation systems
Irrigation systems may include:
flood
dripper
overhead
water winch
Work hazards
Work may involve exposure to:
chemical, dangerous or hazardous substances

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
use personal protective equipment, MSDS and follow other specified OHS procedures
recognise components of the irrigation system
check irrigation system for correct operation
rectify blocks, breaks, leaks and other minor faults
identify and report major faults
carry out routine preventative maintenance correctly
undertake cleaning of system according to instructions and OHS procedures
remove and treat or dispose of waste according to procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
personal protective clothing and equipment as required
work procedures, including advice on company practices, safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements
instructions, information, specifications and schedules as required
equipment, services and corresponding information as required
products and materials as required
internal and external customers and suppliers as required
cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required.
Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competence should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.