Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 3.0. |
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Release 1 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and undertake activities required to ground spread fertiliser and soil ameliorants.
This unit applies to individuals who apply industry codes of practice and operating principles to ground spread fertiliser and soil ameliorants under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, legislative and regulatory requirements, manufacturer specifications, sustainability and biosecurity practices.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Machinery operation and maintenance (MOM)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements |
Performance Criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Confirm customer requirements |
1.1 Confirm with customer that fertiliser or soil ameliorant products to be spread are consistent with customer order 1.2 Verify with customer that technical specification of products are acceptable for job 1.3 Confirm fertiliser order documentation with customer to enable depot and factory traceability 1.4 Document spreading services agreement according to workplace requirements and industry code of practice |
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2. Identify features of target area |
2.1 Identify and agree with customer on the location and boundaries of area to be treated and document according to workplace requirements and industry code of practice 2.2 Visually assess soil type and condition or seek advice from customer 2.3 Identify environmentally sensitive areas and plan operations to ensure minimum adverse impact and compliance with required buffer zones 2.4 Inspect and identify features that present a hazard to the operation, consult with customer and take appropriate action to minimise risks 2.5 Identify the location of services and utilities in consultation with customer and adjust proposed spreading operation 2.6 Identify local weather and climate conditions and take into account potential impacts when preparing for operation |
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3. Perform pre-spreading checks |
3.1 Determine rate of spreading and calculate buffer zone allowance 3.2 Ensure machinery and equipment are clean of soil and/or plant material before it is moved onto site 3.3 Prepare, set up, calibrate and confirm serviceability of machinery and equipment according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions |
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4. Spread products |
4.1 Select and maintain personal protective equipment to be used by operator and all personnel involved in spreading tasks 4.2 Fit and use personal protective equipment according to job requirements and task to be completed 4.3 Apply fertiliser or soil ameliorant in a manner that complies with guidelines on buffer zones and minimises run off into waterways and drains 4.4 Monitor meteorological conditions before and during application and modify operations as required 4.5 Identify environmental and biosecurity implications associated with fertiliser or ameliorant application and minimise impact 4.6 Follow any existing site quarantine or biosecurity protocols 4.7 Continually monitor workplace hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel and equipment |
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5. Shut down equipment and undertake maintenance requirements |
5.1 Conduct shut down procedures required for ground spread of fertiliser and ameliorant equipment 5.2 Clean and check serviceability of machinery, equipment and hand tools 5.3 Perform basic preventative maintenance 5.4 Record faults for remedial action according to workplace procedures 5.5 Return machinery, equipment and hand tools to depot or storage area according to workplace procedures 5.6 Complete operational records according to workplace procedures and industry code of practice |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
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Skill |
Description |
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Reading |
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Writing |
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Oral communication |
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Numeracy |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Interact with others |
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Range of Conditions
This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
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Machinery must include at least one of the following: |
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Personal protective clothing and equipment must include: |
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Biosecurity implications must include: |
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Unit Mapping Information
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Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
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AHCMOM306 Ground spread fertiliser and soil ameliorant |
AHCMOM306 Ground spread fertiliser and soil ameliorant |
Minor changes to performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
