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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for field inspection
  2. Undertake a visual analysis of a commercial seed crop
  3. Complete an inspection report
  4. Complete decontamination procedure prior to leaving site

Range Statement


Performance Evidence

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:

prepare for a field inspection

visually analyse a commercial seed crop

complete a crop inspection report

classify seed to species and/or variety level

update seed reference collection

use taxonomic terms to describe seed

carry out decontamination prior to leaving a site


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of seed crop inspection

concepts of disease pressure

concepts of pest pressure

crop sampling techniques and use of quadrats

crop/seed certification systems for example Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Australian Seed Authority (ASA)

field inspectors reports

hygiene requirements for crop inspectors

plant breeders’ rights

relevant health, safety and environment requirements

requirements of Australian Quarantine Inspection service (AQIS) and AQIS Authorised Officers (AAO) phytosanitary reports