Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
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1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Application
This unit provides the skills and knowledge of permaculture product preservation techniques; planning for the preparation of permaculture products; handling and storage requirements of permaculture products and their treatment, storage and presentation requirements.
All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures. Individuals observe manufacturer’s specifications and follow operating instructions when using tools and equipment.
This unit 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.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Unit Sector
Permaculture (PER)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Element |
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. Plan for preparation of permaculture products |
1.1 Identify permaculture products to be prepared 1.2 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery 1.3 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications 1.4 Select, use and maintain suitable safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) |
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2. Co-ordinate preparation of permaculture products |
2.1 Prepare permaculture products in sequence according to the product preparation plan 2.2 Ensure that all assistants are familiar with the plan 2.3 Maintain clean, safe and hygienic work area throughout and on completion of work |
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3. Treat permaculture products |
3.1 Grade and label products in accordance with the product preparation plan 3.2 Identify and dispose of products that do not meet specifications, according to best environmental practice 3.3 Select treatments according to product requirements and the product preparation plan 3.4 Treat permaculture products in an economical, methodical, and efficient manner that minimises damage to products |
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4. Pack and present permaculture products |
4.1 Implement packing and presentation requirements as specified in the product preparation plan 4.2 Label and date products as required 4.3 Monitor packing and presentation of products and take corrective action to ensure that packing and presentation meet required standards |
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5. Store permaculture products |
5.1 Identify available storage area so that product can be moved there quickly and efficiently 5.2 Adhere to storage requirements specified in the product preparation plan 5.3 Monitor storage processes and facilities and take corrective action, when required, to maintain product quality |
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
Unit Mapping Information
New unit - equivalent to QLD843RES13B.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
