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FPIFGM5212A
Manage genetic resources

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


The unit involves managing genetic resources in a forest environment or settings such as farms, agriculture, workshops, domestic, nursery, local council applications, as applicable to the unit

The skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority

This unit describes the outcomes required to manage the propagation process using sexual and asexual methods and tending nursery plants. It includes the propagation methods of seeding, cuttings, grafting, tissue culture and layering

General workplace legislative and regulatory requirements apply to this unit; however there are no specific licensing or certification requirements at the time of publication

Applicable legislation - Plant Breeders Rights Act 1994

This unit replaces FPIFGM5204A Manage genetic resources

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence that they can manage genetic resources within organisational requirements

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements of this unit and include demonstration of:

following applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislative and regulatory requirements and codes of practice relevant to managing genetic resources

following organisational policies and procedures relevant to managing genetic resources

effective communication and safe work practices

managing genetic resources in line with regulations and organisational requirements

coordinating personnel to follow planning, communications and scheduling for genetic resource management activities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to undertaking work applicable to this unit

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the FPI11 Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge

Assessment methods applicable to this unit may include direct observation of tasks with questioning of required knowledge and the completion of projects, assignments or written tests

Assessment methods must confirm the ability to access and correctly interpret and apply the required knowledge

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender or language backgrounds other than English

Where the participant has a disability, reasonable adjustment may be applied during assessment

Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Required skills

Plant propagation skills for a range of propagation techniques

Communication skills and interpersonal techniques sufficient to interact appropriately with colleagues and others in the workplace

Literacy skills sufficient to accurately record and maintain information relating to genetic resource management

Numeracy skills sufficient to schedule resources, materials and equipment required for propagation

Problem solving skills sufficient to identify problems and demonstrate appropriate response procedures

Planning and organisational skills sufficient to efficiently and safely implement a genetic resource management plan, and organise and obtain required permits or licences

Required knowledge

Applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices relevant to the full range of processes for managing genetic resources

Environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for managing genetic resources

Propagation and planning

Genetic resources and tending strategies

Regeneration principles and methods

Hydrology and hydrological principles

Botany, including plant identification and classification skills

Ecology and ecological interactions

Soil types and structure

Nursery hygiene and sterilisation techniques

Established communication channels and protocols

Problem identification and resolution strategies and common fault finding techniques

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their use, operation and maintenance relevant to managing genetic resources

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimating and measuring, including calculating time to complete tasks

Procedures for recording and reporting workplace information

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

fire fighting equipment

hazard and risk control

fatigue management

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

safe forest practices including required actions relating to forest fire

manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements:

are to be in line with applicable Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care

heritage and traditional land owner issues

nursery hygiene

Organisational requirements may include:

legal

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting requirements

equipment use and maintenance and storage requirements

environmental management requirements (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Genetic resources are to include:

sexual and asexual plant species

Propagation is to include:

the natural process of breeding new plants from the parent stock using seeds, cuttings, grafting, tissue cultures and layering

Tending is to include:

the process of regularly checking the plants and the propagation method to aid and promote plant growth

Provenances are to include:

the place of origin that the plant or propagation method comes from

Species may include:

native species of one or more types

imported species

Characteristics may include:

growth rate

branch angle

branch height

timber density

Environmental protection measures may include:

fungal and insect control measures

and action to limit impacts on:

selected forest vegetation

habitat

soil and water features

Communication may include:

verbal and non-verbal language

constructive feedback

active listening

questioning to clarify and confirm understanding

use of positive, confident and cooperative language

use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences

control of tone of voice and body language

Operational activities may include:

propagation

planting and tending of the genetic resources

Tools and equipment may include:

conveyors

mixing equipment

refrigeration units

cool store, mobile beds

elevated growing platforms

automated seeding equipment

fork lifts

tractors

spray equipment

hand tools

glasshouses

covered beds

irrigation systems

hoses

plumbing fittings

trolleys

seedling pots or trays

artificial media

potting mix

soil

sterilisation chamber

personal protective equipment and clothing such as visibility vest, safety boots, spray masks, safety glasses

Monitored

should be performed at key stages of plant development

and may include:

health and condition of seedlings

water

nutrients

weeds

rate of development

Records and reports

may be detailed reports outlining the management of genetic resources and regeneration processes and outcomes including:

difficulties

recommendations for future work

results

costs

data analysis

evaluation of outcomes

information on health and condition of seedlings

seedling treatments

water volume administered

and may be:

manual

using a computer-based system

other appropriate organisational communication system

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
Applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to managing genetic resources are identified and followed 
Genetic resource policies and marketing plans for the organisation are reviewed and analysed for impact on the propagation and tending planning process 
Quantities, timing, provenances, species and desirable characteristics are selected in line with organisational policies and guidelines 
Specifications and targets for production quantities, timing, provenances and species are specified and documented in line with organisation guidelines 
Site environmental protection measures are monitored in line with relevant legislation and regulations 
Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS and organisational requirements 
Method of propagation is selected in line with local environment and organisation guidelines 
Permits or licences required for production, collection and management of genetic resources are obtained 
Operational activities including hygiene, propagation bed preparation and environmental considerations are directed 
People, materials, tools and equipment required for propagation are coordinated and scheduled in line with organisational guidelines 
Genetic resource management plan and propagation strategy are coordinated to establish the plant stock 
Nursery staff are informed of the plan, propagation methods and tending requirements 
Environmental protection measures for propagation, soil and drainage are inspected for correct implementation 
Regular communication is conducted with operational staff, clients and contractors during the propagation phase to ensure smooth operation and progress 
Operational activities are monitored and reviewed for potential improvements 
Propagation method is reviewed and diagnosed for potential improvements 
Genetic resource management results are recorded and reported in line with site and organisational requirements 

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