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Handle and move mushroom boxes

Handle and move mushroom boxes

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT206
State Code
BAS81
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
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to handle and move mushroom boxes as part of the post-harvest process on a mushroom farm.It 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 occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Distribute boxes for filling to picking rooms
  • 1.1 Select, assemble and position materials, tools and equipment
  • 1.2 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on materials, tools and equipment
  • 1.3 Distribute empty boxes to pickers in a timely and efficient manner
  • 1.4 Follow site quarantine protocols and farm and personal hygiene requirements
  • 1.5 Undertake work in an environmentally aware and safe manner
2. Collect and move filled boxes
  • 2.1 Coordinate collection of filled boxes with delivery of empty boxes
  • 2.2 Stack filled boxes on trolleys to the recommended height
  • 2.3 Move stacked trolleys safely from picking rooms and with consideration for other traffic flow in the area
  • 2.4 Stack filled boxes are stacked in cool room
  • 2.5 Record cool room air and mushroom pulp temperatures
  • 2.6 Report variations of temperature or any other anomalies and take remedial action as directed
3. Finalise tasks
  • 3.1 Check, clean and return trolleys and other equipment to store area or position for work for next shift
  • 3.2 Report faulty items for repair or replacement
  • 3.3 Complete daily work records legibly and accurately
  • 3.4 Report work outcomes and seek feedback on performance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7181 AHCPHT206A Handle and move mushroom boxes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT74 AHCPHT219 Handle and move mushroom boxes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCW5 AHC20316 Certificate II in Production Horticulture Qualification