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Test and grade grains and seeds on receival

Test and grade grains and seeds on receival

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCBAC312
State Code
ODU65
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
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare test equipment, sample and perform receival tests on delivered grains and seeds, prepare samples for despatch for further tests and prepare for grains and seeds storage.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources and complete routine activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare sampling and testing equipment for use
  • 1.1 Clean, maintain, test and calibrate testing and sampling instruments according to manufacturer instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and report faulty sampling and testing equipment
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess the risk and implement controls according to workplace procedures
2 Identify grains on receival
  • 2.1 Inspect load to confirm commodity type
  • 2.2 Identify presence of contaminants
  • 2.3 Record supplier information according to workplace procedures
3. Collect grains samples for testing
  • 3.1 Collect sample for testing according to workplace sampling procedures and industry standards
  • 3.2 Prevent mixing or contamination of samples
  • 3.3 Label and prepare samples for testing according to workplace procedures and industry standards
  • 3.4 Record sample information according to workplace procedures
4 Perform initial tests on samples
  • 4.1 Handle samples during testing to prevent cross contamination
  • 4.2 Operate testing equipment to perform required tests according to manufacturer instructions, workplace procedures and industry standards
  • 4.3 Record results of test outcomes according to procedures
  • 4.4 Determine the level of defects and contaminants from visual comparison with industry reference material
  • 4.5 Compare test results with specifications to determine grade of sample
  • 4.6 Accept or reject receipt of commodity according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 4.7 Communicate outcome of tests and acceptance/rejection of delivery to client
5 Despatch samples to testing facilities
  • 5.1 Pack and label samples according to sampling procedures
  • 5.2 Record testing requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Despatch samples to testing facility
6. Prepare for storage of grains and seed
  • 6.1 Conduct segregation arrangements of grain and seed according to storage plan and biosecurity policies and procedures
  • 6.2 Complete required site transfer arrangements
  • 6.3 Inspect conveying equipment and identify and report faulty equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM08 AHCBAC304 Test grains and seeds on receival Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJB3 AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture Qualification
BCW6 AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture Qualification