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Elements and Performance Criteria

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:

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

Knowledge Evidence

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