Unit of competency Outline
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Plan a seed crop establishment program
Plan a seed crop establishment program
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDP401A
AHCSDP401A
State Code
WE643
WE643
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/06/2014
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
24/06/2014
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This Unit covers the planning of a seed crop establishment program and defines the standard required to: assess site factors; select suitable pasture species and cultivars; identify threats to pasture establishment including weeds, pests and diseases; determine resources and equipment for planting and post-planting care; prepare pasture establishment plans to meet livestock production plans and schedules.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine requirements of the seed crop establishment program
- 1.1 Paddock history is considered for suitability for a seed crop.
- 1.2 Species and cultivars that meet production needs are identified and the required quantity calculated, costed and availability confirmed with suppliers.
- 1.3 Crop establishment procedures are selected consistent with seasonal factors, site and soil characteristics, production plans and the resources and equipment available.
- 1.4 Post-planting care is planned according to production needs, enterprise standards and site capabilities.
- 1.5 Plant germination and nutrient requirements are identified and planned for, taking into account soil characteristics.
- 1.6 Resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for planting and post-planting care are identified, costed and availability confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel.
- 1.7 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards associated with the crop establishment program are identified; risks assessed and controls developed according to enterprise guidelines.
2. Prepare and document the seed crop establishment program
- 2.1 Detailed plans are prepared based on the requirements of the crop establishment program and production requirements.
- 2.2 Plan is produced which can be readily interpreted and understood by on-site personnel according to enterprise standards.
- 2.3 On-site procedures and schedules required for the planting of the site and post-planting care of seed crop are developed and communicated to staff.
- 2.4 Contingencies are planned for and alternative strategies identified if applicable.
The range statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Crops may include:
wheat and coarse grains
cotton
grain legumes
oilseeds
temperate pastures
tropical pastures
vegetables and other horticultural seed crops.
Crops may include:
wheat and coarse grains
cotton
grain legumes
oilseeds
temperate pastures
tropical pastures
vegetables and other horticultural seed crops.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assess site factors
select suitable pasture species and cultivars
identify threats to pasture establishment including weeds, pests and diseases
determine resources and equipment for planting and post-planting care
use livestock to meet pasture production plans and schedules.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Method of assessment
This Unit should be assessed together with core Units and other Units of Competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assess site factors
select suitable pasture species and cultivars
identify threats to pasture establishment including weeds, pests and diseases
determine resources and equipment for planting and post-planting care
use livestock to meet pasture production plans and schedules.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Method of assessment
This Unit should be assessed together with core Units and other Units of Competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL44 | AHCSDP401 | Plan a seed crop establishment program | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J272 | AHC41412 | Certificate IV in Seed Production | Qualification |