Elements and Performance Criteria
- Monitor plant health
- Monitor the hydroponic environment
- Environmental parameters are monitored according to the production plan and adjustments made as required.
- Samples are collected and sent off for analysis to identify potential sources of contamination.
- Hygiene procedures are monitored and adjusted according to enterprise guidelines.
- Disposal of materials is monitored to ensure it follows enterprise guidelines, and with due consideration of the environmental implications.
- Monitor nutrient solution
- Ingredients of the hydroponic nutrient solution are identified.
- Samples are taken for testing and analysis.
- Results are interpreted and discussed with the supervisor.
- Nutrient solution is modified in accordance with results to ensure the correct balance of ingredients for optimum growing conditions.
- Perform routine maintenance checks
- All buildings and structures are inspected and checked for wear and tear.
- Equipment for delivering the nutrient solution is checked according to enterprise guidelines.
- Equipment controlling the atmospheric and root zone environments is checked according to enterprise guidelines.
- OHS hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented according to enterprise guidelines.
- Complete monitoring activities