Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 4:44 PM AWST
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Maintain seed crops
Maintain seed crops
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDP303A
AHCSDP303A
State Code
WE641
WE641
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
35
Description
This Unit covers the process of maintaining seed crops and defines the standard required to: monitor crops for levels of pests and diseases and moisture; implement pest and disease control strategies; monitor the health and maturity of the crop.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess seed crop condition, growth and requirements
- 1.1 Crops are monitored to assess their needs, and observations are recorded and reported.
- 1.2 Pests and diseases are identified, monitored and reported at nominated threshold levels.
- 1.3 Sites for regular measurement of soil moisture are established in consultation with directions.
- 1.4 Soil probe is used to measure moisture levels and soil water percentage calculated.
2. Apply fertiliser and amendments
- 2.1 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified; risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- 2.2 Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- 2.3 Specialist sprays are applied according to label directions and industry standards for growth stages, taking into account specialist advice if required.
- 2.4 Chipping or spot spraying is carried out as required.
- 2.5 Crop growth stages are assessed, recorded and reported.
- 2.6 Water is applied according to the identified need and the directions of management.
- 2.7 All applications are undertaken in the full consideration of adverse environmental impacts.
3. Monitor crop condition, growth and requirements
- 3.1 Crop maturity is monitored and the possible need for further applications is reported to the manager.
- 3.2 The health of the crop is continually monitored and deviation from expected growth and vigour is reported as required.
- 3.3 Observations of crop ripening are reported for the timing of harvest to be determined by contractors and property manager.
4. Complete cleaning and hygiene operations
- 4.1 Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, organisational procedures and certified seed procedures.
- 4.2 All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- 4.3 All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organisational requirements.
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
sugar
temperate pastures
tropical pastures
vegetables and other horticultural seed crops.
Crops may include:
wheat and coarse grains
cotton
grain legumes
oilseeds
sugar
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:
monitor crops for levels of pests and diseases and moisture
implement pest and disease control strategies
monitor the health and maturity of the crop.
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:
monitor crops for levels of pests and diseases and moisture
implement pest and disease control strategies
monitor the health and maturity of the crop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAP07 | AHCSDP303 | Maintain seed crops | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J269 | AHC33412 | Certificate III in Seed Production | Qualification |