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

FDFWGG3010A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Implement a soil management program

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FDFWGG3010A - Implement a soil management program
Description This specialist unit has been developed for the wine grape growing stream of the wine sector. This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor soil requirements and implement and evaluate a soil management program.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The application of this unit involves consultation with the manager and may require supervision of others in the implementation process.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites FDFWGG2018A Operate vineyard equipmentFDFWGG3001A Apply chemicals and biological agents
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: Monitor vineyard soil management requirements
  • Vineyard soil is monitored according to workplace procedures
  • Results are interpreted correctly
  • Appropriate soil management activities are identified and recommended
       
Element: Implement soil management program
  • Resources are coordinated and personnel briefed to deliver requirements
  • Agreed soil management program is implemented
       
Element: Evaluate effectiveness of soil management activities
  • Vineyard is monitored to evaluate effectiveness of activities
  • Surrounding areas are monitored to evaluate environmental impact of soil management activities
       
Element: Record information
  • Workplace information is recorded in the appropriate format
       


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 range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Policies and procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements

Workplace information

Workplace information may include:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

specifications

soil management programs

instructions

routine maintenance schedules

work notes

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

manufacturer instructions

verbal directions from manager or supervisor

Monitoring activities

Monitoring activities may include:

drainage

soil moisture, pH and texture

watertable levels

rainfall

vine and soil nutrient deficiencies

weeds

air temperatures

Area management

Area managed may not be limited to the area under vines. Adjacent or ecologically linked landscapes may require management or consideration, and may include:

woodlots

seepage areas

waterways

landcare sites

revegetation sites

windbreaks

neighbouring vineyards and other primary production

Soil management activities

Soil management activities may include, but are not limited to:

the addition of ameliorants and fertilisers

cover cropping

mulching

cultivating

slashing

tilling

ploughing

weeding

spraying

frost management

Information systems

Information systems may be:

print or screen based

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Note: The following required skills should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace.

Ability to:

Access workplace information to identify soil management requirements

Select, fit and use appropriate personal protective clothing and/or equipment

Liaise with other work areas

Consult with appropriate senior personnel

Apply sampling techniques

Conduct routine tests

Monitor the vineyard and interpret the results to identify vineyard soil management requirements. This may include monitoring:

soil moisture content

watertable level

weed population

signs of vine nutrient deficiencies

climatic conditions

cover crop practices

soil analyses (e.g. pH and salinity)

evidence of hard pans

soil texture

vine root distribution

nutrient levels in plant and soil

irrigation water quality

climatic conditions

erosion risk

soil management history

growth of mid-row sward

Calculate application rates for soil addition requirements (e.g. fertilisers and ameliorants)

Present and justify recommendations to senior personnel

Implement the soil management program. This will include consideration of:

resources, including operators with appropriate skills

equipment availability and capability

materials and chemicals

maintenance programs and supplies

specific needs of individual blocks

environmental conditions

other vineyard activities

Instruct operators as required

Monitor soil management activities. This will include monitoring:

operator performance

operating conditions

operating results

material supplies

equipment performance

Take corrective action in response to out-of-specification results or non-compliance

Report and/or record problems and/or corrective action

Identify, rectify and/or report environmental non-compliance

Maintain workplace records

Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

Report and/or record problems according to instructions

Plan and organise

Supervise operators according to enterprise procedures

Apply information technology systems according to enterprise procedures

Use oral communication skills/language to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

Work cooperatively within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Note: The following required knowledge should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace.

Knowledge of:

Ideal soil environment for vines plus specific requirements of grapes grown

Soil management techniques and their affect on soil, vine growth, cropping levels and wine quality

Visual signs of vine nutrient deficiencies

Sampling techniques and procedures

Routine testing techniques and procedures

Interpretation of routine tests

Occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and controls

Environmental issues and controls

Procedures and responsibility for reporting problems

Resource requirements and availability

Reporting and recording requirements and procedures

Consultation requirements and procedures

Supervision techniques where relevant

Information technology systems where relevant

Resources required for assessment where relevant

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Policies and procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements

Workplace information

Workplace information may include:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

specifications

soil management programs

instructions

routine maintenance schedules

work notes

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

manufacturer instructions

verbal directions from manager or supervisor

Monitoring activities

Monitoring activities may include:

drainage

soil moisture, pH and texture

watertable levels

rainfall

vine and soil nutrient deficiencies

weeds

air temperatures

Area management

Area managed may not be limited to the area under vines. Adjacent or ecologically linked landscapes may require management or consideration, and may include:

woodlots

seepage areas

waterways

landcare sites

revegetation sites

windbreaks

neighbouring vineyards and other primary production

Soil management activities

Soil management activities may include, but are not limited to:

the addition of ameliorants and fertilisers

cover cropping

mulching

cultivating

slashing

tilling

ploughing

weeding

spraying

frost management

Information systems

Information systems may be:

print or screen based

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
Vineyard soil is monitored according to workplace procedures 
Results are interpreted correctly 
Appropriate soil management activities are identified and recommended 
Resources are coordinated and personnel briefed to deliver requirements 
Agreed soil management program is implemented 
Vineyard is monitored to evaluate effectiveness of activities 
Surrounding areas are monitored to evaluate environmental impact of soil management activities 
Workplace information is recorded in the appropriate format 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FDFWGG3010A - Implement a soil management program
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Assessment Record Sheet

FDFWGG3010A - Implement a soil management program

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