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Implement a post-harvest program

Implement a post-harvest program

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT303A
State Code
D7186
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2011
Field of Education
050101 - Agricultural Science
Original Release Date
06/12/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the process of implementing a post-harvest program for horticultural crops and defines the standard to: coordinate the post-harvest operations consistent with the plan; implement post-harvest treatments and packing, presentation and storage requirements according to industry best practice and market specifications; and dispose of hazardous waste materials in line with guidelines and enterprise requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for implementation of post-harvest operations
  • 1.1. Post-harvest operations to be performed are identified according to enterprise work procedures, the marketing plan and industry guidelines and confirmed with the supervisor.
  • 1.2. Materials, tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to enterprise work procedures.
  • 1.3. Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise work procedures.
  • 1.4. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.
  • 1.5. Suitable safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, used and maintained.
2. Coordinate post-harvest work
  • 2.1. Enterprise work team is identified and tasks are coordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the supervisor.
  • 2.2. Post-harvest operations are undertaken according to OHS requirements and with due consideration of environmental implications.
  • 2.3. A clean, safe and hygienic work area is maintained throughout and on completion of work.
3. Implement post-harvest treatments
  • 3.1. Harvested produce is graded and labelled according to the marketing plan and enterprise work procedures.
  • 3.2. Produce that does not meet specifications and enterprise standards is identified and disposed of according to enterprise environmental procedures.
  • 3.3. Post-harvest treatments are selected according to harvested produce requirements, the enterprise integrated pest management strategy and the marketing plan.
  • 3.4. Timing, rate, application method, environmental requirements and handling techniques conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, enterprise work procedures and industry best practice.
  • 3.5. Post-harvest practices are economical, methodical, meet established work schedules and minimise damage to produce.
  • 3.6. Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned and maintained according to enterprise work procedures.
4. Implement hazardous waste disposal guidelines
  • 4.1. Waste disposal requirements of the enterprise are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
  • 4.2. Collection of waste and disposal are monitored with variation from enterprise environmental procedures addressed promptly.
  • 4.3. Conditions likely to impact on business viability are reported promptly to the supervisor.
5. Implement packing and presentation requirements of produce
  • 5.1. Packing and presentation requirements specified in the marketing plan and enterprise work procedures are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
  • 5.2. Packing and presentation of produce conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, the marketing plan and industry best practice.
  • 5.3. Packing and presentation processes are monitored and remedial action taken, where necessary.
  • 5.4. Packing and presentation processes are recorded according to enterprise work procedures.
6. Implement storage requirements of produce
  • 6.1. Storage requirements specified in the marketing plan and enterprise work procedures are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
  • 6.2. Storage and handling of produce conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, the marketing plan and industry best practice.
  • 6.3. Storage processes and facilities are monitored and remedial action taken, where necessary.
  • 6.4. Storage processes and conditions are recorded according to enterprise work procedures.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Post-harvest operations may include:
transporting harvested produce from the field to post-harvest processing or storage facilities
grading
applying treatments
packing
labelling
storing harvested produce for a range of horticultural crops.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
coordinate the post harvest operations consistent with the plan
implement post-harvest treatments and packing, presentation and storage requirements according to industry best practice and market specifications
dispose of hazardous waste materials in line with guidelines and enterprise requirements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3512 RTE3013A Implement a post-harvest program Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ47 AHCPHT303 Implement a post-harvest program Unit of competency