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Collect native seed

Collect native seed

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCECR305
State Code
OCS59
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 collect, treat and store seed for native revegetation projects.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources to collect seed in a bush environment.Legislation, regulations and by-laws relating to the collection and removal of plant materials from public and private land apply nationally and in some states, territories and jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the local, relevant authority
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to collect seed
  • 1.1 Identify and follow environmental, legislative and organisational requirements for collecting seed
  • 1.2 Review work plan for seed collection
  • 1.3 Identify potential locations for seed collection
  • 1.4 Obtain necessary approvals and permissions for access to site and removal of seeds
  • 1.5 Plan seed collecting operations to ensure safe working conditions
  • 1.6 Communicate with others involved in seed collection project
  • 1.7 Select and prepare materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment, check scales have been calibrated where appropriate
2. Select and assess seed
  • 2.1 Follow workplace health and safety policies and procedures when collecting and cleaning seed
  • 2.2 Follow environmental protection and biosecurity measures for the site
  • 2.3 Identify plant species required
  • 2.4 Assess plant species and conditions to ensure seed quality standards are met
  • 2.5 Select method of seed collection according to conditions and best practice
  • 2.6 Collect seed with minimal damage to the parent plant
  • 2.7 Place seed in storage container and accurately label according to workplace requirements
3. Clean and store seed
  • 3.1 Separate seed from inert and waste materials
  • 3.2 Weigh and store seed according to species and workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Accurately record seed information
  • 3.4 Record and report seed collection information and results
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ65 AHCNAR305 Collect native seed Unit of competency