Unit of competency Outline
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Assist with low volume irrigation operations
Assist with low volume irrigation operations
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG211A
AHCIRG211A
State Code
WE010
WE010
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/04/2013
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/04/2013
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This Unit covers the process of assisting with the operation of low volume irrigation systems under routine supervision and defines the standard required to: identify the purpose of low volume irrigation system components; monitor irrigation times and plant response; maintain low volume irrigation systems; store and maintain equipment; and regulate a low volume irrigation system to achieve and maintain correct emitter output.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare materials, tools and equipment for low volume irrigation work
- 1.1 Irrigation equipment is handled safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices
- 1.2 Irrigation components are checked and action taken, as required, in accordance with enterprise policy and procedures
- 1.3 Water outlets are checked in accordance with enterprise practices
2 Undertake low volume irrigation work as directed
- 2.1 Valves are opened and shut, as necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures
- 2.2 Required pressures and water flows are achieved and maintained to ensure sufficient water availability
- 2.3 Equipment is relocated, if necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures and OHS guidelines
3 Observe and report on soil moisture and plant growth response
- 3.1 Soil moisture levels are assessed to determine watering requirement
- 3.2 Plant moisture requirements and signs of stress are established
- 3.3 Plant growth and condition is monitored to indicate over or under watering
- 3.4 Inadequate plant response to watering is recorded and reported
4 Maintain a low volume irrigation system
- 4.1 Flushing procedures are followed for clearing the system
- 4.2 Emitters are checked for serviceability and output
- 4.3 Lines are maintained
- 4.4 Water supply and pumping system is checked periodically
- 4.5 Maintenance records are kept up to date
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.
Low volume irrigation systems include:
systems that operate under comparatively low volume and pressure including micro irrigation, pop-ups at less than 0.1 litres/second, and drippers.
Low volume irrigation systems include:
systems that operate under comparatively low volume and pressure including micro irrigation, pop-ups at less than 0.1 litres/second, and drippers.
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:
identify the purpose of low volume irrigation system components
monitor irrigation times and plant response
maintain low volume irrigation systems
store and maintain equipment
regulate a low volume irrigation system to achieve and maintain correct emitter output.
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.
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:
identify the purpose of low volume irrigation system components
monitor irrigation times and plant response
maintain low volume irrigation systems
store and maintain equipment
regulate a low volume irrigation system to achieve and maintain correct emitter output.
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.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J155 | AHC21112 | Certificate II in Irrigation | Qualification |
| D453 | AHC20310 | Certificate II in Production Horticulture | Qualification |