Assessor Resource

FWPFGM3202
Extract seed

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to extract and process native or non-native seed using an extraction unit. It includes seed storage requirements and extraction unit maintenance.

The unit applies to those who extract seed in a variety or work settings, including forest environment settings such as farms, agriculture, workshops, domestic, nurseries and local councils.

The unit applies to Forestry technician, Nursery technician, Supervisor (Forestry operations), Tree planter, Silviculturist, Arboriculture technician

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

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Evidence Required

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for seed extraction

1.1 Review and clarify work order with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Receive and visually assess seed bearing material and ensure species is identified on container label.

1.3 Weigh and label containers with identifiers in line with site procedures.

1.4 Store material in dry and well-ventilated conditions.

2. Extract seed

2.1 Plan and check seed extraction processes for safe working conditions

2.2 Select appropriate extraction units and equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

2.3 Operate and monitor seed extraction systems to extract maximum seed yield.

2.4 Inspect seed capsules and reprocess as required to ensure maximum yield.

3. Clean and store seed

3.1 Weigh and store separated seed in line with species requirements and site procedures.

3.2 Accurately record seed information.

3.3 Package seed for storage with label to maintain traceability to collection source.

4. Clean and maintain extraction unit

4.1 Clean, maintain and calibrate extraction units and equipment.

4.2 Dispose of residue and other waste material in line with site environmental management guidelines.

4.3 Report abnormal operation or faults in equipment for corrective action.

4.4 Clean and maintain work areas in line with site procedures, and organisational and environmental requirements.

4.5 Record and report results of seed extraction process.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

apply safe and efficient techniques to identify, extract, clean and store seed in line with species requirements, work order and organisational guidelines

operate seed extraction units and equipment including

kilns operated by gas, solar energy, oil or electricity

sieves of various sizes

air-drying racks and trays

conveyor belt

clean, maintain and calibrate seed extraction units and equipment

record seed species information and extraction results including

species name

weight

place or origin

container identifier.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for extracting seed

organisational and site standards, policies and procedures for extracting seed

environmental protection requirements for extracting seed

the cleaning maintenance and calibration of plant, tools and equipment

hazards associated with seed extraction, processing and storage

seed species, including native and non-native

seed extraction processes

identification of seed species from capsules

storage procedures and requirements for different seed species

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.

The following resources must be made available:

manual or automated seed extraction equipment

material with seed to be extracted

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

documents, spreadsheets and commonly used proforma documents

work order, workplace requirements and site standards for extracting seed.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for seed extraction

1.1 Review and clarify work order with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Receive and visually assess seed bearing material and ensure species is identified on container label.

1.3 Weigh and label containers with identifiers in line with site procedures.

1.4 Store material in dry and well-ventilated conditions.

2. Extract seed

2.1 Plan and check seed extraction processes for safe working conditions

2.2 Select appropriate extraction units and equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

2.3 Operate and monitor seed extraction systems to extract maximum seed yield.

2.4 Inspect seed capsules and reprocess as required to ensure maximum yield.

3. Clean and store seed

3.1 Weigh and store separated seed in line with species requirements and site procedures.

3.2 Accurately record seed information.

3.3 Package seed for storage with label to maintain traceability to collection source.

4. Clean and maintain extraction unit

4.1 Clean, maintain and calibrate extraction units and equipment.

4.2 Dispose of residue and other waste material in line with site environmental management guidelines.

4.3 Report abnormal operation or faults in equipment for corrective action.

4.4 Clean and maintain work areas in line with site procedures, and organisational and environmental requirements.

4.5 Record and report results of seed extraction process.

Not Applicable

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

apply safe and efficient techniques to identify, extract, clean and store seed in line with species requirements, work order and organisational guidelines

operate seed extraction units and equipment including

kilns operated by gas, solar energy, oil or electricity

sieves of various sizes

air-drying racks and trays

conveyor belt

clean, maintain and calibrate seed extraction units and equipment

record seed species information and extraction results including

species name

weight

place or origin

container identifier.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for extracting seed

organisational and site standards, policies and procedures for extracting seed

environmental protection requirements for extracting seed

the cleaning maintenance and calibration of plant, tools and equipment

hazards associated with seed extraction, processing and storage

seed species, including native and non-native

seed extraction processes

identification of seed species from capsules

storage procedures and requirements for different seed species

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.

The following resources must be made available:

manual or automated seed extraction equipment

material with seed to be extracted

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

documents, spreadsheets and commonly used proforma documents

work order, workplace requirements and site standards for extracting seed.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.
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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
Review and clarify work order with appropriate personnel. 
Receive and visually assess seed bearing material and ensure species is identified on container label. 
Weigh and label containers with identifiers in line with site procedures. 
Store material in dry and well-ventilated conditions. 
Plan and check seed extraction processes for safe working conditions 
Select appropriate extraction units and equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 
Operate and monitor seed extraction systems to extract maximum seed yield. 
Inspect seed capsules and reprocess as required to ensure maximum yield. 
Weigh and store separated seed in line with species requirements and site procedures. 
Accurately record seed information. 
Package seed for storage with label to maintain traceability to collection source. 
Clean, maintain and calibrate extraction units and equipment. 
Dispose of residue and other waste material in line with site environmental management guidelines. 
Report abnormal operation or faults in equipment for corrective action. 
Clean and maintain work areas in line with site procedures, and organisational and environmental requirements. 
Record and report results of seed extraction process. 

Forms

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