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Operate broadacre sowing machinery and equipment

Operate broadacre sowing machinery and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMOM309
State Code
BAR93
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate machinery and equipment required for broadacre sowing in agriculture and horticulture sectors.The unit applies to individuals who operate broadacre sowing machinery and equipment under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare broadacre sowing machinery for use
  • 1.1 Confirm activity to be undertaken, including identifying potential hazards and risks and implementing safe working practices to manage risks
  • 1.2 Source and interpret relevant broadacre sowing machinery and equipment operation and maintenance manual and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.3 Select and maintain personal protective equipment according to workplace safety requirements
  • 1.4 Fit and use personal protective equipment according to job requirements and applicable to task to be undertaken
  • 1.5 Conduct broadacre sowing machinery and equipment routine pre-operational checks
  • 1.6 Document damaged or worn components and organise for replacement according to workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Attach ancillary equipment and check for correct operation
2. Operate broadacre sowing machinery and equipment
  • 2.1 Carry out machinery pre-start, and start up procedures
  • 2.2 Operate broadacre sowing machinery in a safe, controlled and efficient manner and monitor for performance and efficiency
  • 2.3 Operate broadacre sowing machinery according to operation and maintenance manual, manufacturer specifications, task requirements and conditions
  • 2.4 Identify environmental and biosecurity implications associated with broadacre sowing operations and undertake activities to minimise impact
  • 2.5 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Conduct shut down procedures for broadacre sowing machinery and equipment
  • 3.2 Perform routine operational servicing and minor maintenance in line with workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Identify and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Clean, store and secure broadacre sowing machinery and equipment
  • 3.5 Remove and store keys in the required location
  • 3.6 Maintain broadacre sowing machinery use records in required format
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State Code National Code Title Type
D7022 AHCMOM309A Operate broadacre sowing machinery and equipment Unit of competency