Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 3:46 AM AWST
23/07/2026 3:46 AM AWST
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Operate specialised seed processing machinery
Operate specialised seed processing machinery
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSPO306
AHCSPO306
State Code
BAR81
BAR81
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate specialised seed processing machinery and equipment such as spiral and colour separators. Workers operate with some judgement and discretion and work would normally be carried out under minimal supervision within enterprise requirements and procedures.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.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. Select and prepare specialised seed processing machinery and equipment for use
- 1.1 Select and prepare specialised machinery and equipment to job requirements and confirm against work plan
- 1.2 Complete routine pre-operational checks of the machine to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements
- 1.3 Recognise work health and safety hazards in the workplace and assess and minimise risks
2. Operate specialised seed processing machinery and equipment
- 2.1 Operate machinery and equipment in a safe and controlled manner and monitor for performance and efficiency
- 2.2 Anticipate risks to self, others and the environment and implement minimisation strategies accordingly
- 2.3 Select, use, maintain and store suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
- 2.4 Report environmental implications associated with machinery operation
3. Complete and report on specialised seed processing machinery and equipment operation
- 3.1 Complete shut-down procedures to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements
- 3.2 Complete and maintain specialised machinery and equipment operational records
- 3.3 Report malfunctions, faults and observation of irregular performance of specialised seed processing machinery and equipment
- 3.4 Clean, secure and store machinery and equipment
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7207 | AHCSPO306A | Operate specialised seed processing machinery | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODU25 | AHCSPO309 | Process planting seed | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCX0 | AHC32116 | Certificate III in Commercial Seed Processing | Qualification |