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Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems

Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCHYD303
State Code
OFF28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/08/2025
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
11/08/2025
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a maintenance program for hydroponic growing systems.The unit applies to individuals who implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace, and sustainability and biosecurity practices.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor plant health
  • 1.1 Interpret workplace information about the existing hydroponic system
  • 1.2 Assess growth rate of plants against targets set in the production plan
  • 1.3 Assess plants for overall health
  • 1.4 Assess plants for onset of fruit according to production plan
2. Monitor the hydroponic environment
  • 2.1 Monitor environmental parameters according to the production plan and environment and biosecurity legislation and regulations, and make adjustments as required
  • 2.2 Collect samples and send off for analysis to identify potential sources of contamination
  • 2.3 Monitor and adjust hygiene procedures
  • 2.4 Monitor disposal of materials according to workplace procedures
3. Monitor nutrient solution
  • 3.1 Identify hydroponic nutrient solution ingredients
  • 3.2 Take samples for testing and analysis
  • 3.3 Perform titration test to determine electrical conductivity (EC) and pH of diluted nutrient solution
  • 3.4 Interpret and discuss results with manager
  • 3.5 Modify nutrient solution to ensure correct balance of ingredients
4. Perform routine maintenance checks
  • 4.1 Inspect and clean filters and injection components to ensure they are clean and free of debris
  • 4.2 Check nutrient solution delivery equipment
  • 4.3 Check equipment controlling the atmospheric and root zone environments
5. Complete monitoring activities
  • 5.1 Report work activities, faulty and unserviceable equipment and materials, and problems to the manager
  • 5.2 Record checks according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ43 AHCHYD301 Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems Unit of competency