Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCBAC204A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare grain storages

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCBAC204A - Prepare grain storages
Description This unit covers the process of safely preparing storages, surrounding areas and equipment in readiness for receiving grain at an acceptable level of hygiene, and defines the standard required to: prepare the storage area for access by grain carriers; comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements for working in confined spaces; prepare grain storages by removing all residues and checking structures; erect simple temporary bulk material storages; prepare and test grain handling machinery and perform routine safety, servicing and maintenance procedures on tools, equipment and machinery.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to workers in specialist grain storages or on grain farms who would normally operate under routine supervision with intermittent checking. Responsibility for some roles and co-ordination within a team may be required. Preparing bulk material storages is usually within established routines, methods and procedures.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare to work in bulk material storage area
  • Work to be undertaken is interpreted from work program where necessary, and confirmed with supervisor.
  • OHS hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
  • Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
  • Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked and maintained, if necessary.
  • Environmental implications of undertaking work in the bulk material storage area are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action taken.
       
Element: Prepare storage area
  • Storage site is cleaned of weeds, dust and spillage to organisation requirements.
  • Refuse is disposed of according to regulatory requirements.
  • Site is maintained in a clean and tidy condition according to organisation requirements.
  • Storage site is prepared to meet OHS standards.
       
Element: Prepare storages
  • Bulk material storages are prepared according to OHS standards.
  • Bulk material storages are cleaned of all residues according to organisation requirements.
  • Bulk material storages are checked for structural safety, damage or deterioration, and repaired or reported as required according to organisation requirements.
  • Temporary storages are prepared and erected to meet the needs of the organisation according to OHS standards.
       
Element: Prepare bulk material handling machinery
  • Bulk material handling machinery is cleaned free of contamination and residues according to organisation requirements.
  • Bulk material handling equipment is adjusted and set according to organisation requirements.
  • Bulk material handling equipment is prepared ready for use according to manufacturer's instructions and OHS standards.
       
Element: Complete maintenance operation
  • Workplace information is recorded clearly and accurately in the format and at the time required by the organisation.
  • Waste is collected and disposed of or recycled to minimise damage to the external environment.
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to organisation work procedures.
       


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

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 workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

prepare the storage area for access by grain carriers

comply with OHS requirements for working in confined spaces

prepare grain storages by removing all residues and checking structure

erect simple temporary bulk material storages

prepare and test grain handling machinery

perform routine safety, service and maintenance procedures on tools, equipment and machinery.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

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

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

identify hazards and follow safe work procedures

erect simple temporary bulk material storages

check equipment and storage facilities, and identify current or impending faults

handle and manoeuvre equipment

complete pre-operational checks on basic tools and equipment

perform routine safety, service and maintenance procedures on tools, equipment and machinery

operate hand and independently powered tools and cleaning equipment to industry standards

clean, secure and store machinery and equipment

perform basic trouble shooting

recognise and rectify minor operational faults

handle hazardous substances (fuels) safely

work in confined spaces

use communication systems

interpret and apply task instructions, communicate with work team and supervisor, and record and report faults, workplace hazards and accidents.

read and interpret manufacturer's specifications, work and maintenance plans, and Material Safety Data Sheets.

Required knowledge

range of construction methods, potential hazards, safety and structural requirements for storage

erection/dismantling for types of temporary storage used by organisation

organisation and commodity quality requirements for grain storage

organisation hygiene requirements

typical signs of structural damage to be documented and reported

pre-operational and safety checks, servicing and maintenance procedures for tools and equipment

general machine maintenance procedures

machinery operating principles and operating methods

machinery storage and protection methods

cleaning and storage of machinery, equipment and materials

environmental impacts associated with the operation of machinery and equipment

appropriate action in contingency situations

organisation requirements for protective equipment and safe practices in relation to OHS

potential hazards associated with the operation of basic tools and equipment

relevant State/Territory legislation, regulations and codes of practice with regard to workplace OHS, environment and the use and control of machinery and equipment

appropriate legislative requirements, manufacturer's instructions and organisation procedures/ instructions

personal protective clothing and equipment and when and how it should be used

organisational recording and reporting procedures.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Storage areas may include:

permanent and/or temporary storages

the surrounding areas

entry, exit and site roads.

Storage equipment may include:

fixed and/or portable grain handling equipment.

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
Work to be undertaken is interpreted from work program where necessary, and confirmed with supervisor. 
OHS hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented. 
Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained. 
Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked and maintained, if necessary. 
Environmental implications of undertaking work in the bulk material storage area are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action taken. 
Storage site is cleaned of weeds, dust and spillage to organisation requirements. 
Refuse is disposed of according to regulatory requirements. 
Site is maintained in a clean and tidy condition according to organisation requirements. 
Storage site is prepared to meet OHS standards. 
Bulk material storages are prepared according to OHS standards. 
Bulk material storages are cleaned of all residues according to organisation requirements. 
Bulk material storages are checked for structural safety, damage or deterioration, and repaired or reported as required according to organisation requirements. 
Temporary storages are prepared and erected to meet the needs of the organisation according to OHS standards. 
Bulk material handling machinery is cleaned free of contamination and residues according to organisation requirements. 
Bulk material handling equipment is adjusted and set according to organisation requirements. 
Bulk material handling equipment is prepared ready for use according to manufacturer's instructions and OHS standards. 
Workplace information is recorded clearly and accurately in the format and at the time required by the organisation. 
Waste is collected and disposed of or recycled to minimise damage to the external environment. 
Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to organisation work procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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