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Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system

Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK328
State Code
BAS60
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
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
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive livestock production system.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes or practice and sustainability practices.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They complete routine activities and work in a range of known contexts.The production enterprise may be required to comply with local council, State or Commonwealth licensing requirements for operations involving effluent and manure. 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 to work with effluent disposal equipment
  • 1.1 Interpret work to be undertaken from work program where necessary, and confirm with management
  • 1.2 Hold discussions with other workers who may be affected by the maintenance activities to ensure continued smooth operation of the production process
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls
  • 1.4 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.5 Select, check and maintain tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken
2. Maintain and operate effluent storage and disposal system
  • 2.1 Observe and follow regulatory and industry requirements and standards for effluent operations
  • 2.2 Service and maintain effluent removal and disposal equipment
  • 2.3 Use effluent disposal systems according to system design in compliance with approval granted by local government and state environment protection authority
  • 2.4 Carry out techniques for irrigation compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards when using liquid effluent storages
  • 2.5 Flush and drain in-shed effluent pits as required
  • 2.6 Turn composted effluent in compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards
3. Monitor effluent disposal system
  • 3.1 Check flow rates, pit levels, compost temperatures and equipment regularly to maintain effective operation of the system
  • 3.2 Carry out cleaning procedures and hygiene practices
  • 3.3 Identify environmental impacts of effluent disposal and reuse, assess likely outcomes and if necessary, take responsive action
4. Conduct hygiene and administration activities
  • 4.1 Clean equipment according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.2 Clean and store attachments and other ancillary equipment according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Dispose of all containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the operations safely and appropriately
  • 4.4 Complete all required records and documentation accurately and promptly
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6973 AHCLSK328A Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFF35 AHCLSK367 Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system Unit of competency