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AHCNAR102A
Support native seed collection

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit relates to the work required to support native seed collection across a range of landscapes and environments.

This unit covers supporting native seed collection and defines the standard required to: apply safe work practices in collecting seed; provide seed collecting support to others; assist with cleaning up after completion; prepare, use and clean tools and equipment for seed collection.

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Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

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:

apply safe work practices in collecting seed

provide seed collecting support to others

assist with cleaning up after completion

prepare, use and clean tools and equipment for seed collection.

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

comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe

practices and procedures for collecting seed

review and accurately identify work requirements

use and maintain relevant tools and equipment

identify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

accurately record and maintain information including details of seed species, weight and place of origin

efficiently and safely carry out seed collecting procedures

apply appropriate mathematical techniques to calculate seed weights and quantities

identify a range of seed species and apply accurate identifying information

use a range of seed collection methods and related equipment

use literacy skills to read and follow a range of basic instructions

use oral communication skills/language competence to communicate effectively with others

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds.

Required knowledge

basic knowledge and understanding of applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory licensing

legislative, regulatory or certification requirements and codes of practice relevant to the full

range of processes for collecting, treating and storing seed

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for collecting seed

principles of cultural diversity and access and equity

environmental requirements for the collecting, treating and storing of seed and the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

types of seed collecting resources and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

hazards associated with the collection, treatment and storage of seed

range of seed species and appropriate collection, treatment and packaging processes

range of seed treatments and storage requirements for different seed species

types of diseases and pests likely to infect a range of seed species

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation, measurement and calculation.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Seed collection may include:

the range of sites and methods used for seed collection

the range of species available for seed collection.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions. 
Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment, with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor. 
Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling. 
Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use. 
Seed collection support is provided according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and workplace information. 
OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor. 
Assistance is provided to support the seed collection activities of others and instructions and directions provided by supervisor are followed, and clarification sought when necessary. 
Seed collection work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations. 
Support is provided to collect seeds from a range of plants and from different areas of plants. 
Assistance is given to separate seeds from other materials, weigh and store the seeds. 
Directions to place seed in clean containers and label the containers are followed. 
Instructions to record seed information are completed. 
Seeds and plant materials are stored according to supervisor's instructions and OHS requirements. 
Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions. 
Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor. 

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