Unit of competency Outline
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Prepare and store products from a permaculture system
Prepare and store products from a permaculture system
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER218
AHCPER218
State Code
OFB54
OFB54
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out routine preparation and storage of products on a permaculture property. It covers the grading, labelling, treatment and storage of harvested products.This 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.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit for handling, processing and distribution of permaculture products that are used for human consumption. Users are advised to check with relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for working with permaculture products
- 1.1 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery according to workplace requirements
- 1.2 Check and prepare tools, equipment and machinery
- 1.3 Identify products to be prepared and stored
- 1.4 Identify regulatory requirements for handling, processing and storing product
- 1.5 Identify safety hazards and implement controls according to workplace safety procedures
2. Transport harvested products
- 2.1 Handle products and their containers according to workplace and regulatory requirements
- 2.2 Transport products to preparation area
- 2.3 Ensure containers are maintained in good condition
3. Grade, label and treat products
- 3.1 Grade and label harvested products according to workplace requirements
- 3.2 Identify and dispose of defective products
- 3.3 Apply treatments to products according to workplace procedures and industry standards
- 3.4 Clean and maintain tools, equipment and machinery used in product treatment
4. Pack products
- 4.1 Identify and confirm packaging materials, containers, filling techniques and labelling requirements with supervisor
- 4.2 Select packaging materials and container for product
- 4.3 Use filling techniques for specific containers and products
5. Store products
- 5.1 Transport and store products according to workplace procedures
- 5.2 Check the condition of stored products
- 5.3 Remove damaged products and containers from storage
- 5.4 Repair, re-pack or discard damaged product according to workplace procedures
- 5.5 Clean the storage facility and packing containers
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAO87 | AHCPER205 | Prepare and store permaculture products | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJB4 | AHC21722 | Certificate II in Permaculture | Qualification |