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Manage mushroom substrate preparation

Manage mushroom substrate preparation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT412
State Code
OCS77
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage mushroom substrate preparation, including confirming status of system requirements, confirming quality and consistency of Phase II outputs, monitoring and manipulating spawning and spawn run, and managing clean-up procedures.The unit applies to individuals who apply specialist skills and knowledge to manage mushroom substrate preparation. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, legislative and regulatory requirements, 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. Confirm status of system requirements for mushroom substrate preparation
  • 1.1 Determine details of quantities of substrate required, and dates and times to be achieved for each process stage, and inform personnel
  • 1.2 Determine availability, quality, serviceability and cleanliness of all rooms, work areas, machinery, equipment and materials for mushroom substrate preparation
  • 1.3 Allocate staff duties and responsibilities according to mushroom substrate preparation plan
  • 1.4 Identify and implement site quarantine protocols and workplace and personal hygiene requirements for mushroom substrate preparation
  • 1.5 Identify hazards and assess risks in the workplace, and implement control measures to manage risks according to workplace health and safety procedures
2. Confirm quality and consistency of Phase II outputs
  • 2.1 Confirm Phase II process conforms to required production schedule and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Measure and record key factors and critical points
  • 2.3 Take random samples of end product and dispatch for analysis
  • 2.4 Record test results, compare to standards and take remedial action
3. Monitor and manipulate spawning and spawn run
  • 3.1 Assess condition and quality of compost before spawning, and take remedial action
  • 3.2 Take temperature readings, and record and adjust if required
  • 3.3 Measure, record and control carbon dioxide content
  • 3.4 Monitor spawn growth and appearance of mycelium during spawn run period
  • 3.5 Select product and its rate of application where supplement is to be added to substrate at spawning
  • 3.6 Monitor room hygiene and occurrence of pests and diseases, and implement control measures
4. Manage clean-up procedure
  • 4.1 Manage clean-up activities at the end of each process stage
  • 4.2 Conduct cook-out or chemical disinfestations treatment before removal of spent substrate
  • 4.3 Return tools and equipment to storage area after cleaning, performing basic preventative maintenance and checking for future serviceability
  • 4.4 Report faults to maintenance personnel
  • 4.5 Complete workplace records according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAT37 AHCPHT405 Manage mushroom substrate preparation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJS6 AHC40324 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture Qualification
BGH3 AHC40320 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture Qualification