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Supervise seed crop harvesting

Supervise seed crop harvesting

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDP404
State Code
BAM45
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise seed crop harvesting. It applies to workers on properties where commercial seed production is undertaken.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. Prepare for harvesting
  • 1.1 Assess cropmaturity and quality for harvesting
  • 1.2 Inspect harvesting machinery for seed contaminants and ensure machinery clean downs have been done
  • 1.3 Obtain machinery licences or permits as required
  • 1.4 Assess insurance requirements and plan and implement risk management strategies as required
2. Determine harvest strategy
  • 2.1 Assess crop maturity to determine best time to harvest
  • 2.2 Determine resource requirements based on estimated crop size
  • 2.3 Organise labour and equipment to carry out harvesting operations
  • 2.4 Determine fire prevention and control requirements
3. Coordinate the harvest strategy
  • 3.1 Ensure effective communication strategies for smooth workflow and personnel safety
  • 3.2 Implement and adjust harvesting operations according to weather, equipment and staff requirements
  • 3.3 Coordinate equipment operations for maximum efficiency and monitor for performance effectiveness
  • 3.4 Identify and control existing and potential hazards
4. Complete harvest operation
  • 4.1 Locate storage resources for efficient operations and identify strategies for drying grain if necessary
  • 4.2 Monitor quality of grain for moisture content according to grain classification standards
  • 4.3 Evaluate harvesting operations and outcomes against harvest strategy
  • 4.4 Document relevant information for analysis and effective planning
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE646 AHCSDP404A Supervise seed crop harvesting Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDA4 AHC41416 Certificate IV in Seed Production Qualification