Unit of competency Outline

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Support horticultural production

Support horticultural production

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT101
State Code
BAR70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
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
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare materials, tools and equipment for work; complete routine horticulture production assistance work, including the safe use and operation of farm tools and equipment; clean up and dispose of waste consistent with environmental and enterprise requirements.This unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.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 materials, tools and equipment for horticultural production work
  • 1.1 Select materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided or supervisor's instructions
  • 1.2 Conduct checks on all materials, tools and equipment and report faulty items
  • 1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials
  • 1.4 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.5 Provide work support safely and as instructed
  • 1.6 Identify and report workplace hazards
2. Undertake horticultural production work as directed
  • 2.1 Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary
  • 2.2 Interact with other staff and customers in a positive and professional manner
  • 2.3 Follow enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials
  • 2.4 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines
3. Clean up on completion of work
  • 3.1 Return materials to store and dispose of waste materials
  • 3.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
  • 3.3 Report work outcomes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7175 AHCPHT101A Support horticultural production Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCS15 AHCPHT102 Support horticultural production Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDB5 AHC10216 Certificate I in AgriFood Operations Qualification
BDE1 AHC10316 Certificate I in Horticulture Qualification