This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and apply fertiliser and soil ameliorant product knowledge.The unit applies to contractors and employees working in a number of roles within the fertiliser and soil ameliorant industry, including those involved in fertiliser and soil ameliorant spreading or application, warehousing, wholesale and retail sales and transport and the storage of fertilisers and soil ameliorants.Work is carried out to comply with industry codes of practice, quality assurance requirements, environmental best practices and relevant legislative requirements.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.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.