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Establish seed crops

Establish seed crops

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDP302
State Code
BAS15
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish seed crops. It applies to workers on properties where commercial seed production is undertaken. Workers operate with some judgement and discretion and work would normally be carried out under minimal supervision within enterprise requirements and procedures.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.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 machinery and equipment for use
  • 1.1 Select and confirm machinery and equipment against the work plan and prepare to manufacturer specifications
  • 1.2 Attach and calibrate equipment for operation
  • 1.3 Identify existing and potential work health and safety hazards in the workplace, assess and control risks
2. Prepare for seed crop establishment
  • 2.1 Monitor soil and weather conditions for optimal seeding conditions
  • 2.2 Recognise and confirm soil conservation and sustainable land management practices and procedures
  • 2.3 Prepare, to seed certification specifications, seeding, fertiliser and pest and weed control requirements
  • 2.4 Prepare contingency plans for unusual seasonal conditions
3. Sow the crop
  • 3.1 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment
  • 3.2 Undertake seeding and fertiliser applications
  • 3.4 Coordinate pest and weed control treatment with seeding and fertiliser applications
  • 3.5 Identify environmental implications associated with sowing operations, assess impacts and adopt procedures
4. Complete seeding operations
  • 4.1 Maintain seeding, machinery and equipment operation records
  • 4.2 Report machinery and equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance
  • 4.3 Clean, secure and store machinery and equipment in line with manufacturer specifications and seed certification requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE640 AHCSDP302A Establish seed crops Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDF3 AHC33416 Certificate III in Seed Production Qualification