AHCBAC305A - Undertake preparation of land for agricultural crop production
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AHCBAC305A Undertake preparation of land for agricultural crop production
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit applies to farm workers operating under limited supervision from others with checking only related to overall progress. Preparing land for crop production is usually done within established routines, methods and procedures. Some discretion and judgement are required in the selection of equipment and materials, organisation of work and services. The outcomes should be achieved within specified timelines.
This unit covers the process of preparing land for agricultural crop production and defines the standard required to: interpret production/planting plans; produce standards, quality specifications and work procedure documents; measure materials and site plan specifications; service, operate, adjust and calibrate cultivation equipment safely; and complete pre- and post-operational checks on tools, vehicles and equipment.
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Evidence Required
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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:
interpret production/planting plans, produce standards, quality specifications and work procedure documents
measure materials and site plan specifications
service, operate, adjust and calibrate cultivation equipment safely
complete pre- and post-operational checks on tools, vehicles and equipment.
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.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Required skills
interpret production/planting plans, produce standards, quality specifications and work procedure documents
measure materials and site plan specifications
operate, adjust and calibrate cultivation equipment safely
complete pre- and post-operational checks on tools, vehicles and equipment
perform routine safety, service and maintenance procedures on tools, cultivator and equipment
read and interpret manufacturer specifications, work and maintenance plans, and material safety data sheets (MSDS)
interpret and apply task instructions
communicate with work team and supervisor
record and report faults, workplace hazards and accidents
use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures
use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.
Required knowledge
methods of cultivating a range of soil types
environmental issues of cultivating soil for planting, such as drainage and irrigation systems, soil amelioration and waste disposal procedures
a range of pre-planting treatments, their purpose and method of application
operation and maintenance of planting equipment
OHS guidelines, procedures and principles, including manual handling and exposure to hazardous substances.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Preparation practices may include:
land preparation equipment and soil pre-planting treatments used in commercial cropping for the range of crops, including:
wheat and coarse grains
cotton
grain legumes
oilseeds
sugar
temperate pastures
tropical pastures.
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Requirements for the work to be undertaken are interpreted from the planting plan and confirmed with the manager.
The method and order of cultivation is identified and interpreted from the planting plan.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified; risks assessed and suitable controls implemented.
Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
Environmental implications of cultivating the site are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action taken.
Vehicles and equipment required for site cultivation are selected according to the planting plan and organisation guidelines.
Vehicles and equipment are serviced, adjusted for the conditions and worn parts are replaced to ensure reliability during cultivation.
All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
All maintenance and servicing is documented according to the requirements of the organisation's record keeping system.
Previous crop or land clearance debris is removed, incorporated or burnt according to the organisation's guidelines.
The cultivation plan is followed and completed for each paddock.
OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls implemented.
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained.
Vehicles and equipment are operated in a safe, effective and efficient manner and at speeds to suit the conditions.
The quality of cultivation is maximised by continually checking and adjusting the vehicles and equipment as necessary.
All timelines, resource and quality requirements of the planting plan are met.
The planting layout and soil profiles are completed as required by the planting plan.
Weed and pest control measures are taken as required by the planting plan.
Fertilisers, ameliorants, and/or other pre-planting treatments are applied as required by the planting plan.
The environmental implications of site preparation are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.
Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.
Vehicles and equipment are cleaned and stored to minimise damage according to manufacturer specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.
All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the cleaning and maintenance work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly according to organisational requirements.
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