Assessor Resource
AHCIRG304A
Operate gravity fed irrigation systems
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit applies to workers on irrigation farms and is likely to be carried out under routine supervision within enterprise guidelines.
This unit covers the process of operating gravity fed (flood) irrigation systems and defines the standard required to: read and follow operations manual and irrigation schedules; use pre-start checks; operate and inspect the system; check pressure at the headworks and control valves; carry out running repairs on irrigation delivery and drainage systems; shut down in response to irrigation indicators.
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