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Implement a propagation plan

Implement a propagation plan

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY313
State Code
OCS94
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
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a propagation plan, including; preparing for, implementing and completing propagation of plants.The unit applies to individuals who implement a propagation plan under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for propagation activities
  • 1.1 Determine work requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
  • 1.3 Select required tools, equipment and machinery, and check for safe operation
  • 1.4 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment applicable to the task
  • 1.5 Prepare propagation environment to suit species and propagation method
  • 1.6 Implement hygiene and biosecurity practices applicable to plant propagation activities
2. Select seed or vegetative propagation material
  • 2.1 Identify parent plant or seed and select according to health, vigour or desired characteristics
  • 2.2 Select or collect propagation material according to propagation method and species
  • 2.3 Select appropriate conditioning and storage requirements to ensure maximum viability of propagating material
  • 2.4 Undertake treatments as required
3. Prepare propagation components and media
  • 3.1 Select components and prepare propagation media and appropriate container for planting
  • 3.2 Test propagation media according to workplace quality specifications
4. Propagate plants
  • 4.1 Prepare propagation material according to workplace instructions
  • 4.2 Perform propagation techniques and treatments appropriate for plant species
  • 4.3 Handle propagation material to minimise damage or deterioration
  • 4.4 Label units or batches to enable tracking of propagated material
  • 4.5 Place propagated material into suitable environment for propagation cycle
  • 4.6 Provide aftercare to suit growing conditions, plant requirements and propagation techniques
5. Complete propagation operations
  • 5.1 Clean work site using appropriate hygiene requirements
  • 5.2 Remove and dispose of waste according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Clean and return tools, equipment and machinery to required location
  • 5.4 Identify and report unserviceable tools, equipment and machinery according to workplace procedures
  • 5.5 Monitor and record propagation activities according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAO62 AHCNSY306 Implement a propagation plan Unit of competency