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AHCSPO301A
Operate a screen cleaner for seed processing

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to the operation of screen cleaners and aspirators for cleaning or processing commercial quantities of seed.

This unit covers the process of operating screen cleaners to process seed and defines the standard required to: select screens and prepare machinery for use; operate a screen cleaner; complete and report on cleaning operations.

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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:

select screens and prepare machinery for use

operate a screen cleaner

complete and report on cleaning operation.

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

define the processing requirements of a seed processing job

determine the limitations of seed cleaning machinery and make adjustments to achieve a desired outcome

disassemble a screen cleaner

clean a screen cleaner

assemble a screen cleaner for operation

select and place screens appropriate for the cleaning task

assess the input and outputs of the screen cleaner

make adjustments to the screen cleaner settings to maximise the output

operate the screen cleaner effectively

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, follow sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legible information collected and select and apply procedures for a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning techniques, active listening, clarifying information and consulting with supervisors as required

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

the principles of a screen cleaner

the different types of screen cleaners available for the task

the adjustment and effect of airflow within each of the screen cleaner's chambers

the correct clean down procedure

possible contamination points

screen types and designs

ball trays and their purpose

required maintenance and usual wear points

machinery safety

types of impurities and the machine's ability to handle impurities

documentation associated with seed cleaning.

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

Use of screen cleaners may include:

usage for a wide range of commercially grown seed and include:

aspirators

pre-cleaners

air screen cleaners

any variation of these machines, both reciprocating and rotary, with or without additions to enhance performance.

Screen cleaning of seed may occur

on farms using mobile screen cleaners

in seed processing plants.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Specialised screen cleaning machinery and equipment is selected and prepared to job requirements and confirmed against work plan. 
Routine pre-operational checks of screen cleaning machinery and equipment are completed to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements. 
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards in the workplace are recognised and risks assessed and minimised according to enterprise requirements. 
Machinery and equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner and monitored for performance and efficiency. 
Risks to self, others and the environment are anticipated and minimisation strategies implemented accordingly. 
Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS requirements. 
Environmental implications associated with machinery operation are identified, assessed and reported to the supervisor. 
Shut-down procedures for screen cleaning machinery and equipment are completed to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements. 
Screen cleaning machinery and equipment operational records are completed and maintained according to enterprise requirements. 
Malfunctions, faults, observation of irregular performance to screen cleaning machinery and equipment are detailed and reported according to enterprise requirements. 
Screen cleaning machinery and equipment is cleaned, secured and stored according to OHS and enterprise requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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