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Recognise raw materials, production processes and products on a composting site

Recognise raw materials, production processes and products on a composting site

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCOM206
State Code
OFC28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise raw materials and products. It applies to the employee of an enterprise engaged in commercial-scale composting operations.The 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 licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Recognise, handle and locate raw materials on site
  • 1.1 Recognise potential of raw material to compost
  • 1.2 Compare characteristics of raw materials with site operating guidelines
  • 1.3 Recognise potential hazards handling raw materials
  • 1.4 Confirm initial handling requirements, stockpiling location and arrangement from site operating guidelines
  • 1.5 Identify and record contaminants in raw materials
  • 1.6 Confirm physical contaminant handling, stockpiling location and arrangement from site operating guidelines
2. Recognise and locate key processes and technologies
  • 2.1 Confirm composting technologies and methods, key process control steps and locations from site map
  • 2.2 Identify windrows or vessels by batch or code numbers
  • 2.3 Confirm machinery, plant and equipment from site operating guidelines
3. Recognise, handle and locate compost and other products on site
  • 3.1 Identify and recognise intended use of compost products
  • 3.2 Compare site operating guidelines with the handling risks and contaminants that characterise different products
  • 3.3 Recognise potential hazards in handling products
  • 3.4 Confirm handling requirements, stockpiling location and arrangement from site operating guidelines
  • 3.5 Recognise and avoid potential for contamination of products
  • 3.6 Match batching sheets or other product formulas to end product
  • 3.7 Identify and report contaminants present in products
  • 3.8 Identify physical contaminant handling, stockpiling location and arrangement on site
4. Identify and carry out site maintenance requirements
  • 4.1 Identify and undertake site maintenance requirements
  • 4.2 Identify traffic access routes and traffic and pedestrian safety rules from site operating plan
  • 4.3 Maintain vehicle access routes
  • 4.4 Identify and maintain machinery and site security requirements
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State Code National Code Title Type
BAN74 AHCCOM203 Recognise raw materials, production processes and products on a composting site Unit of competency