Assessor Resource

AHCSPO308
Sample seed before and after processing

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to sample seed on arrival at a processing plant and after processing for quality and certification purposes. Workers operate with some judgement and discretion and work would normally be carried out under minimal supervision within enterprise requirements and procedures.

It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Sample seed before cleaning or processing

1.1 Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements

1.2 Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements

1.3 Inspect samples visually for contaminants

1.4 Record or report results of sampling

1.5 Direct seed load for storage as appropriate

1.6 Label, record and store samples

2. Sample seed after processing

2.1 Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements

2.2 Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements

2.3 Take samples using specified sampling techniques

2.4 Batch and label samples

2.5 Package samples with accompanying notation and forward to relevant authorities

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

carry our moisture testing, temperature and seed density tests in accordance with enterprise requirements

complete relevant sampling documentation

package and label seed samples

prepare samples for despatch

recognise common weed seeds and other seed contaminants

record workplace information about seed samples

sample graded and/or treated seed

sample seed from a truck on arrival at a processing plant using appropriate sampling techniques

sample seed in bulk containers and/or sacks using appropriate sampling techniques

select and evaluate the sampling equipment to provide a representative sample within the guidelines of the relevant certification authority

take seed samples for testing by other agencies

use appropriate recording and labelling techniques

use tools for sampling and prepare a sample for despatch

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of seed sampling

correct methods of sampling

personnel protective equipment used for sampling treated seed

relevant workplace records and other documentation

seed handling and the importance of seed moisture content at all stages of the cleaning process

the controlling bodies of seed movement - Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) and other certification agencies

seed types that require sampling

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Sample seed before cleaning or processing

1.1 Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements

1.2 Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements

1.3 Inspect samples visually for contaminants

1.4 Record or report results of sampling

1.5 Direct seed load for storage as appropriate

1.6 Label, record and store samples

2. Sample seed after processing

2.1 Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements

2.2 Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements

2.3 Take samples using specified sampling techniques

2.4 Batch and label samples

2.5 Package samples with accompanying notation and forward to relevant authorities

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

carry our moisture testing, temperature and seed density tests in accordance with enterprise requirements

complete relevant sampling documentation

package and label seed samples

prepare samples for despatch

recognise common weed seeds and other seed contaminants

record workplace information about seed samples

sample graded and/or treated seed

sample seed from a truck on arrival at a processing plant using appropriate sampling techniques

sample seed in bulk containers and/or sacks using appropriate sampling techniques

select and evaluate the sampling equipment to provide a representative sample within the guidelines of the relevant certification authority

take seed samples for testing by other agencies

use appropriate recording and labelling techniques

use tools for sampling and prepare a sample for despatch

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of seed sampling

correct methods of sampling

personnel protective equipment used for sampling treated seed

relevant workplace records and other documentation

seed handling and the importance of seed moisture content at all stages of the cleaning process

the controlling bodies of seed movement - Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) and other certification agencies

seed types that require sampling

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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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
Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements 
Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements 
Inspect samples visually for contaminants 
Record or report results of sampling 
Direct seed load for storage as appropriate 
Label, record and store samples 
Prepare the seed lot for sampling in accordance with job requirements 
Select sampling equipment for use in accordance with the type of seed and the job requirements 
Take samples using specified sampling techniques 
Batch and label samples 
Package samples with accompanying notation and forward to relevant authorities 

Forms

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