Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 6:41 AM AWST
23/07/2026 6:41 AM AWST
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Control Phase II mushroom substrate process
Control Phase II mushroom substrate process
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPHT406A
AHCPHT406A
State Code
D7198
D7198
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/02/2014
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
25/02/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the processes involved with control phase II of mushroom substrate processing and defines the standard required to: differentiate between Phase I substrate and substrate ready for spawning and describe desired parameters of each stage; monitor and manage Phase II process for at least eight crops; assess room or tunnel layout and determine most appropriate locations for taking substrate and air measurements; carry out effective troubleshooting during Phase II process.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm the requirements for Phase II mushroom substrate preparation
- 1.1. Phase II mushroom substrate process is monitored and managed to ensure that process is performed according to farm procedures and schedules, and that all equipment is operated safely and according to manufacturer instructions.
- 1.2. Checks are made to ensure all temperature probes are functioning correctly.
- 1.3. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and hazards associated with Phase II process are identified and appropriate action is taken to minimise risks.
- 1.4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing are selected and used according to farm OHS procedures.
- 1.5. Site quarantine protocols and farm and personal hygiene requirements are determined, applied and monitored as required by farm procedures.
- 1.6. Condition and quality of compost are assessed before filling and any required remedial action is communicated according to farm procedures.
2. Carry out Phase II process
- 2.1. Placement of probes in air and substrate is monitored to ensure placement complies with required farm procedures.
- 2.2. The evenness of filling and amount filled are checked.
- 2.3. Room or tunnel is checked at completion of filling to ensure that doors are secure and vents and thermostats are set according to farm procedures.
- 2.4. Key factors and critical points are measured and recorded legibly and accurately according to farm procedures.
- 2.5. Equipment settings are adjusted as required and according to farm procedures to ensure optimum conditions for each Phase II sub-stage.
- 2.6. Random representative samples are taken for laboratory chemical testing.
- 2.7. Ammonia measurements are taken or ammonia levels assessed prior to cool down for spawning.
- 2.8. Feedback on performance is provided to personnel under supervision.
- 2.9. Own performance is assessed, feedback on performance sought and any required improvements are noted for future action.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Mushroom substrate may include:
the range of ingredients and processes required for Phase II compost preparation.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Mushroom substrate may include:
the range of ingredients and processes required for Phase II compost preparation.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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:
differentiate between Phase I substrate and substrate ready for spawning and describe desired parameters of each stage
monitor and manage Phase II process for at least eight crops
assess room or tunnel layout and determine most appropriate locations for taking substrate and air measurements
carry out effective troubleshooting during Phase II process.
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.
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:
differentiate between Phase I substrate and substrate ready for spawning and describe desired parameters of each stage
monitor and manage Phase II process for at least eight crops
assess room or tunnel layout and determine most appropriate locations for taking substrate and air measurements
carry out effective troubleshooting during Phase II process.
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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAT41 | AHCPHT406 | Control Phase II mushroom substrate process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D502 | AHC40310 | Certificate IV in Production Horticulture | Qualification |