Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing

Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSOL202
State Code
BAS70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
14/09/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the sampling and testing of soil or growing media sampling and testing.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.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. Collect soil or media samples for testing
  • 1.1 Discuss task requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Prepare tools and materials for collecting samples
  • 1.3 Take and prepare samples as instructed
  • 1.4 Assist with labelling and recording samples if required
2. Perform basic tests on soil or media sample
  • 2.1 Recognise basic features of a soil profile
  • 2.2 Assist with testing or inspecting physical properties of samples
  • 2.3 Assist with testing chemical properties of samples
  • 2.4 Relate soil test results to suitability of the soil or media for growing
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7242 AHCSOL201A Determine basic properties of soil and/or growing media Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT12 AHCSOL203 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing Unit of competency