Unit of competency Outline

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Harvest, treat and store seed

Harvest, treat and store seed

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER202
State Code
BAQ88
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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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 harvest, treat and store seed.All work is carried out to comply with workplace requirements.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. Prepare for harvesting of seed
  • 1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Clean seed harvesting and handling equipment and transport to seed collecting site
  • 1.3 Determine seed that is to be collected
  • 1.4 Prepare locations for treatment and storage of seed
2. Harvest seed
  • 2.1 Collect seed using selected method complying with any conditions of permit or agreements with land holders, if applicable
  • 2.2 Protect the health of parent plants during seed collection, if required
  • 2.3 Place seed in clean containers and label
3. Treat and store seed
  • 3.1 Separate seeds from other materials using available separation methods
  • 3.2 Treat seeds, if required, according to harvesting plan
  • 3.3 Record all appropriate data regarding collected seed on the seed container according to the harvesting plan
  • 3.4 Pack and store seeds
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFB56 AHCPER216 Harvest, treat and store seed Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDD2 AHC21716 Certificate II in Permaculture Qualification