Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:51 AM AWST
22/07/2026 8:51 AM AWST
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Harvest permaculture crops
Harvest permaculture crops
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER208
AHCPER208
State Code
BAQ26
BAQ26
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit provides the skills and knowledge required to harvest permaculture crops. It requires knowledge of common crops used in permaculture systems, recognition of the maturity parameters of crops, grading characteristics, maintaining quality of produce, and the effect of adverse weather conditions.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.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. Assess plants for harvest
- 1.1 Identify crops to be harvested according to the harvesting plan
- 1.2 Determine crop maturity
- 1.3 Confirm conditions are right for harvesting
2. Prepare equipment for harvesting
- 2.1 Select tools, equipment and machinery appropriate to the task being undertaken
- 2.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturer specifications
- 2.3 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
3. Harvest the crop
- 3.1 Harvest the crop carefully and safely
- 3.2 Sort and grade the crop as needed
- 3.3 Clean and maintain harvesting tools, equipment and machinery
4. Complete crop harvesting work
- 4.1 Employ safe manual handling techniques when handling containers
- 4.2 Move and stack containers in such a way as to minimise damage to the crop
- 4.3 Maintain temperature of the crop at the levels set by the harvesting plan
- 4.4 Transport crop from the field to the processing or storage area
- 4.5 Maintain containers in good working order
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Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OFB52 | AHCPER220 | Harvest crops in a permaculture system | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDD2 | AHC21716 | Certificate II in Permaculture | Qualification |