Assessment Requirements for FBPGRA3014 Implement a rice seed preparation and storage system

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Assessment Requirements for FBPGRA3014 Implement a rice seed preparation and storage system

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Release 1	This version released with the FBP Food, Beverage and Pharmaceuticals Training Package Version 1.0

Performance Evidence

An individual demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria of this unit.

There must be evidence that the individual has implemented a rice seed preparation and storage system for at least three rice grain varieties, including:

accessed and interpreted workplace information to identify seed preparation and storage requirements

confirmed availability of necessary seed handling and storage equipment and related attachments, materials and services

followed workplace health and safety procedures

followed workplace food safety procedures

monitored the seed preparation and storage process and equipment operation to identify out-of-specification results or non-compliance, including:

maintaining seed segregation

collecting seed samples

recording information

testing seeds

diagnosed common faults, and rectified or reported equipment failure within level of responsibility and according to workplace procedures

taken corrective action in response to out-of-specification results or non-compliance

calculated seed requirements for planting

maintained work area to meet housekeeping standards

maintained workplace records.

Knowledge Evidence

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

purpose and basic operating principles of the seed preparation and storage process

seed varieties and related treatments, including:

cleaning

handling

storage requirements

rice seed varieties, market demand and availability

methods to identify and separate weed seeds and contaminants from seed stock

optimal storage/germination conditions and how these can be achieved

seed pests and related control measures

sources of purchased seed

sampling and testing procedures

methods used to calculate seed requirements

methods of measuring rice condition and controlling the handling and storage conditions

common causes of variation in rice quality/handling/storage practice, and corrective actions required

significance and methods of monitoring control points within the seed storage and preparation process

operation and monitoring of equipment and processes, including control panels and systems

workplace health and safety hazards and controls

procedures and responsibility for reporting performance information

seed preparation and storage process and equipment, including:

taking samples and conducting tests

monitoring conditions, including, moisture, humidity and temperature of storage facilities

effectiveness of measures to prevent pest infestation

workplace procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements for seed preparation and storage

legislation relevant to this industry, including:

food standards code, including, labelling, weights and measures, and food safety

agricultural seed

environmental management

work health and safety

anti-discrimination and equal opportunity

seed preparation and storage equipment, including:

transfer equipment

weighers

storage bins

seed improvement measures, including:

roguing of off-types and undesirable weeds

grading out weed seeds, small grains and other impurities

sales, packaging and transport of rice for agricultural purposes, including:

sales and delivery procedures and documentation

packaging methods

transport methods and arrangements

seed testing, including:

purity testing

grain size

viability

cleaning requirements and cleaning records.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment of skills must take place under the following conditions:

physical conditions:

an industrial rice processing plant or an environment that accurately represents workplace conditions

resources, equipment and materials:

personal protective clothing and equipment

seed control system

seed preparation, handling and storage equipment

cleaning materials and equipment

specifications:

work procedures, including advice on safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements

information on equipment capacity and operating parameters

equipment operating instructions and manuals

sampling schedules and test procedures and equipment

documentation and recording requirements and procedures

communication and recording systems and procedures

cleaning procedures, records/clearance

production schedule

routine preventative maintenance schedule as required.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=78b15323-cd38-483e-aad7-1159b570a5c4