Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 10:18 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Manage mushroom substrate preparation

Manage mushroom substrate preparation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT405
State Code
BAT37
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage mushroom substrate preparation.It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.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. Confirm status of system requirements for mushroom substrate preparation
  • 1.1 Determine details of quantities of substrate required and dates/times to be achieved for each process stage and communicate to personnel
  • 1.2 Determine availability, quality, serviceability, and cleanliness of all rooms, work areas, machinery, equipment and materials for mushroom substrate preparation
  • 1.3 Allocate staff duties and responsibilities
  • 1.4 Follow site quarantine protocols and farm and personal hygiene requirements
2. Confirm quality and consistency of Phase II outputs
  • 2.1 Ensure Phase II process conforms to required production schedule and farm procedures
  • 2.2 Record key factors and critical points
  • 2.3 Take random samples of end product and dispatch for analysis
  • 2.4 Record test results, compare to standards and take remedial action
3. Monitor and manipulate spawning and spawn run
  • 3.1 Assess condition and quality of compost before spawning and take remedial action
  • 3.2 Take temperature readings and record and adjust if required
  • 3.3 Measure, record and control carbon dioxide content
  • 3.4 Monitor spawn growth and appearance of mycelium during spawn run period
  • 3.5 Select product and its rate of application where supplement is to be added to substrate at spawning
  • 3.6 Monitor room hygiene and occurrence of pests and diseases and implement control measures
4. Manage clean-up procedure
  • 4.1 Manage clean-up activities at the end of each process stage
  • 4.2 Conduct cook-out or chemical disinfestations treatment before removal of spent substrate
  • 4.3 Return equipment and hand tools to storage area after cleaning, basic preventative maintenance and checking for future serviceability
  • 4.4 Report faults to maintenance personnel
  • 4.5 Complete workplace records
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7197 AHCPHT405A Manage mushroom substrate preparation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCS77 AHCPHT412 Manage mushroom substrate preparation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCZ0 AHC40316 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture Qualification