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Operate fertigation equipment

Operate fertigation equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCNSY307
State Code
BAN28
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate fertigation equipment to deliver fertilisers via an irrigation system.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection 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 materials and equipment for operation
  • 1.1 Interpret workplace instructions and organise tasks to achieve daily work routine within time constraints
  • 1.2 Select and prepare appropriate tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks, implement control measures and report to the supervisor
  • 1.4 Select, use and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.5 Calibrate and connect injection or fertigation equipment
  • 1.6 Calculate fertiliser concentration and mix the solution thoroughly
  • 1.7 Set equipment to meet fertigation requirements
2. Operate the fertigation process
  • 2.1 Implement start-up sequence
  • 2.2 Operate and monitor fertigation process to ensure delivery is maintained
  • 2.3 Monitor fertigation equipment to ensure no adverse environmental impact is caused by faulty operation
  • 2.4 Implement corrections to the process and equipment adjustments as necessary
3. Shut down fertigation equipment
  • 3.1 Flush injection equipment prior to shut down
  • 3.2 Clean and store equipment
  • 3.3 Manage waste generated by both the fertigation process and cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Report and record fertigation activities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7089 AHCNSY307A Operate fertigation equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT89 AHCNSY314 Operate fertigation equipment Unit of competency