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Operate row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment

Operate row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMOM312
State Code
BAM00
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate machinery and equipment required for row crop planting and seeding in agriculture and horticulture sectors.The unit applies to individuals who operate row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare row crop planting and seeding machinery for use
  • 1.1 Confirm activity to be undertaken, including identifying potential hazards and risks and implementing safe working practices to manage risks
  • 1.2 Source and interpret relevant planting and seeding machinery and equipment operation and maintenance manual and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.3 Select and maintain personal protective equipment according to workplace safety requirements
  • 1.4 Fit and use personal protective equipment according to job requirements and applicable to task to be undertaken
  • 1.5 Conduct planting and seeding machinery and equipment routine pre-operational checks
  • 1.6 Document damaged or worn components and organise for replacement according to workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Attach ancillary equipment and check for correct operation
2. Operate row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment
  • 2.1 Carry out machinery pre-start, and start up procedures according to workplace practices
  • 2.2 Operate planting and seeding machinery in a safe, controlled and efficient manner and monitor for performance and efficiency
  • 2.3 Operate planting and seeding machinery according to operation and maintenance manual, manufacturer specifications, task requirements and conditions
  • 2.4 Identify environmental and biosecurity implications associated with row crop planting and seeding machinery usage and undertake activities to minimise impact
  • 2.5 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel and equipment
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Conduct shut down procedures for row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment according to workplace requirements and manufacturers' specifications
  • 3.2 Perform routine operational servicing and minor maintenance
  • 3.3 Identify and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Clean, store and secure planting and seeding machinery and equipment
  • 3.5 Maintain planting and seeding machinery use records in required format
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7025 AHCMOM312A Operate row crop planting and seeding machinery and equipment Unit of competency