Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing

Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSOL203
State Code
OCT12
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
010709 - Soil Science
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the sampling and testing of soil or growing media, including collecting soil or media samples, performing basic tests on soil or media samples, and completing sampling and testing activities.The unit applies to individuals who assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collect soil or media samples for testing
  • 1.1 Confirm with supervisor soil or growing media to be sampled
  • 1.2 Select soil or growing media sampling tools and materials
  • 1.3 Follow environmental and biosecurity procedures when sampling and testing soil and growing media, to minimise impact
  • 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment applicable to the task
  • 1.5 Take samples as instructed
  • 1.6 Assist with labelling and recording samples as required
2. Perform basic tests on soil or media sample
  • 2.1 Recognise basic features of soil or growing media
  • 2.2 Assist with testing and inspecting physical properties of samples
  • 2.3 Assist with testing chemical properties of samples
  • 2.4 Relate soil or growing media test results to suitability for plant requirements
3. Complete sampling and testing activities
  • 3.1 Remove and dispose of waste material
  • 3.2 Clean and return tools and materials to required location
  • 3.3 Identify and report unserviceable tools and materials according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Record soil or growing media test results according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAS70 AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing Unit of competency