1. Handle and test quarantinable seed

1.1 Work practices involving the handling and testing of quarantinable seed are planned to ensure compliance.

1.2 Seed testing procedures are carried out so that methods and equipment are fit for purpose.

1.3 Procedures to ensure the accuracy, efficiency and AQIS compliance of equipment are implemented.

1.4 Team members are supervised and mentored to ensure AQIS compliance.

2. Store quarantinable seeds

2.1 AQIS and laboratory requirements for storage facilities and associated document processes are identified.

2.2 Quarantinable seeds are stored in accordance with AQIS requirements and documented procedures.

2.3 Stored quarantinable seed is secured to prevent unauthorised access.

3. Report non- compliance

3.1 Incidents and occurrences of non-compliance with storage or handling of quarantinable seeds are reported to management.

3.2 Supervision and training is provided for laboratory personnel to meet compliance.

3.3 Workplace practices are re-designed or adjusted to prevent repetition of non-compliance.

Required skills include:

Ability to:

comply with AQIS and laboratory requirements when dealing with quarantinable seeds

take appropriate action to rectify potential problems or instances of non-compliance

provide information to laboratory staff on AQIS compliance

suggest changes to laboratory procedures to meet AQIS compliance

provide training and support to laboratory personnel to change work practices

keep required records complete, current and secure as required by AQIS.

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge fo:

AQIS requirements required for handling and storing quarantinable seeds

laboratory systems, records and reporting procedures for dealing with quarantinable seeds

statutory and legal compliance requirements

relevant health, safety and environment requirements.

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:

handle and store quarantinable seeds

maintain records and documentation relating to AQIS compliance

report non-compliance

redesign work procedures to prevent reoccurrence of non-compliance.

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 circumstances0

Method of assessment

This Unit should be assessed together with core Units and other Units of Competency relevant to the function or work role.

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.

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.

Seed may include:

bare seed; treated seed and coated seed that has been prepared as required.

AQIS requirements for storage may include:

hygiene; isolation; signage; record-keeping; waste disposal; security; calibration, certification and efficacy of equipment and operational procedures.