Release

TP Version

Comment

1

AHCv1.0

Initial release

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan grain storage program

1.1 Collect and analyse organisational documentation and financial information to develop the storage program

1.2 Identify, record and assess available storage facilities for suitability and capacity

1.3 Calculate and analyse projected grain production and delivery quantities, types and timeframes against storage capacity

1.4 Arrange any required temporary storage

1.5 Estimate timeframes and scheduling for delivery of grain to storage facilities on- and off-site

1.6 Prepare program to include plans for annual, seasonal and short-term periods, appropriate to achieve organisational goals and objectives

1.7 Document program, including scheduling and key responsibilities, and reporting type, format, frequency and detail required by managers and operators

2. Plan integrated pest control for the storage area

2.1 Organise grain testing and sampling for pest infestation

2.2 Record and analyse results of samples and tests for pest infestation

2.3 Develop and implement an integrated pest management program to control grain insects and other pests in storage

2.4 Determine monitoring points, targets and methods to identify possible development of resistance in insects

2.5 Ensure the selected pest control strategies relate to the requirements of the end use and to customers’ expectations

2.6 Determine appropriate record keeping requirements and procedures to ensure compliance with the range of applicable regulations

2.7 Document the program, including scheduling and key responsibilities, including the type, format, frequency and detail of any reporting required by both managers and operators

3. Implement work health and safety program for grain storage area

3.1 Identify hazards within and surrounding the grain storage area(s)

3.2 Develop, document and implement procedures to minimise risks

3.3 Communicate work health and safety and risk minimisation procedures

3.4 Ensure the program describes the personal protective equipment and safety gear required to be used around the storage facilities

3.5 Determine record keeping requirements and implement procedures appropriately

3.6 Ensure the program includes the type, format, frequency and detail of any reporting required by both managers and operators

4. Manage the grain storage program

4.1 Implement the grain storage program

4.2 Schedule and organise activities for efficient transport and storage of the grain

4.3 Implement pest control strategies according to the integrated pest management program

4.4 Ensure personal protective equipment and safety gear is provided to all people operating around the storage facilities

4.5 Ensure that all work health and safety procedures are implemented by operational personnel

4.6 Conduct checks to ensure that the performance indicators, targets and specifications are being met and make amendments to the program, where necessary

4.7 Communicate regularly with operational personnel throughout the storage, transport, sampling and chemical application operations to ensure efficient and safe operation and progress

4.8 Assess the impact and risk of existing and potential problems

4.9 Identify potential problems and investigate likely causes

4.10 Consider, analyse, review and recommend alternative solutions to appropriate personnel for a decision

5. Maintain records of stored grain movement

5.1 Create, maintain and store records and documentation as described in the grain storage program, the integrated pest management program, and work health and safety requirements

5.2 Complete appropriate records and documentation throughout the storage program

5.3 Ensure that the record keeping system is appropriate

5.4 Implement enterprise biosecurity policies

Release

TP Version

Comment

1

AHCv1.0

Initial release