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Undertake propagation activities

Undertake propagation activities

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY207
State Code
OCS22
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
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for plant propagation, assist with plant propagation and complete propagation activities.The unit applies to individuals who undertake propagation activities 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. Prepare for plant propagation
  • 1.1 Confirm propagation activities to be undertaken with supervisor
  • 1.2 Recognise potential hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to minimise risk to self and others
  • 1.3 Fit and use personal protective equipment applicable to the task
  • 1.4 Collect and check appropriate tools, equipment and machinery for the task
  • 1.5 Clean and disinfect work area according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Organise propagation material for use as directed and in line with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Prepare and store propagation material and growing media as directed and in line with workplace procedures
2. Propagate plants
  • 2.1 Assist with applying pre-treatment appropriate to the propagation method
  • 2.2 Undertake propagation techniques and monitoring of equipment processes as instructed
  • 2.3 Handle prepared propagation material in a way that minimises damage and maximises viability
  • 2.4 Insert prepared material in the propagation receptacle according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.5 Apply water and treatments according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.6 Apply labels according to workplace requirements
  • 2.7 Maintain propagated plants according to supervisor instructions
3. Complete propagation activities
  • 3.1 Remove and dispose of waste material according to workplace procedures, and perform cleaning procedures
  • 3.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
  • 3.3 Identify and report unserviceable tools, equipment and machinery according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Record and report propagation activities according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL43 AHCNSY203 Undertake propagation activities Unit of competency