Unit of competency Outline

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Identify seeds

Identify seeds

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDT310
State Code
ODU39
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and identify seeds and provide samples to the seed reference collection. The unit applies to individuals who work as seed analysts including enterprise requirements and procedures. They have responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for seed identification
  • 1.1 Verify seeds requiring identification against documentation
  • 1.2 Prepare resources and equipment for identification
  • 1.3 Identify, select and prepare processes for seed identification
2. Identify seed
  • 2.1 Examine seed and record physical characteristics
  • 2.2 Identify specified seeds according to their characteristics and reference material
  • 2.3 Record botanical name of seed according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Seek advice to confirm identification when undecided
3. Update the reference collection
  • 3.1 Consult supervisor for possible addition of seed to reference collection
  • 3.2 Document information and add seed to reference collection according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL97 AHCSDT302 Identify seeds Unit of competency