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Evidence Guide: AHCBAC406A - Maintain grain quality in storage

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AHCBAC406A - Maintain grain quality in storage

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Maintain hygiene in storage areas

  1. Storage conditions and facilities are regularly tested to maintain the standard of hygiene in stored grain.
  2. The need for repairs and maintenance is identified, and either carried out or a report of the need is made.
  3. Treatments are applied to storage facilities to maintain hygiene standards and in line with the grain storage program.
  4. The application of all treatments used is accurately recorded in line with the grain storage program.
Storage conditions and facilities are regularly tested to maintain the standard of hygiene in stored grain.

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The need for repairs and maintenance is identified, and either carried out or a report of the need is made.

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Treatments are applied to storage facilities to maintain hygiene standards and in line with the grain storage program.

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The application of all treatments used is accurately recorded in line with the grain storage program.

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Monitor grain from arrival to dispatch

  1. Before the grain is stored, samples are taken for testing to ensure a complete record of the quality of the grain.
  2. Samples of the grain are taken regularly for testing to ensure purity standards in the grain.
  3. At dispatch, the grain is checked for quality and against the records taken at the point of storage.
  4. Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded for analysis according to prescribed guidelines.
  5. Clear and accurate records of grain movements in and out of storage are created, maintained and kept as prescribed in the grain storage program.
  6. Recommendations are made to adopt new technology, systems or practices that will improve or maintain grain quality in storage.
  7. All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
Before the grain is stored, samples are taken for testing to ensure a complete record of the quality of the grain.

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Samples of the grain are taken regularly for testing to ensure purity standards in the grain.

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At dispatch, the grain is checked for quality and against the records taken at the point of storage.

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Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded for analysis according to prescribed guidelines.

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Clear and accurate records of grain movements in and out of storage are created, maintained and kept as prescribed in the grain storage program.

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Recommendations are made to adopt new technology, systems or practices that will improve or maintain grain quality in storage.

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All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.

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Monitor and maintain grain condition in storage

  1. Regular checks of grain in storage are conducted to maintain continued freedom from contaminants and deterioration.
  2. Periodical checks of grain in long-term storage are conducted for quality factors and viability according to enterprise requirements.
  3. Where necessary, samples of the grain are taken for testing in a laboratory setting.
  4. Where test samples are required, they are taken, prepared, and forwarded for analysis according to industry quality assurance and laboratory requirements.
  5. Clear and accurate records of grain tests and inspections are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.
  6. The condition of storage facilities is monitored using the schedule and methods outlined in the grain storage program.
  7. Where it is required, appropriate corrective action is taken to maintain grain quality.
  8. All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
Regular checks of grain in storage are conducted to maintain continued freedom from contaminants and deterioration.

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Periodical checks of grain in long-term storage are conducted for quality factors and viability according to enterprise requirements.

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Where necessary, samples of the grain are taken for testing in a laboratory setting.

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Where test samples are required, they are taken, prepared, and forwarded for analysis according to industry quality assurance and laboratory requirements.

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Clear and accurate records of grain tests and inspections are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.

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The condition of storage facilities is monitored using the schedule and methods outlined in the grain storage program.

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Where it is required, appropriate corrective action is taken to maintain grain quality.

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All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.

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Control weeds and pests in storage are

  1. Grain is monitored according to the monitoring points, targets and methods outlined in the grain storage program.
  2. Samples of the grain are appropriately taken to test for pest infestation.
  3. Where it is required, the sample is prepared and forwarded for analysis according to the prescribed guidelines.
  4. Pests in storage are controlled according to the guidelines in the grain storage program.
  5. Enclosed grain storage area is fumigated, and the surrounding environment is kept clean according to the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.
  6. The sources of any infestations are identified and steps are taken to control them in line with the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.
  7. All pest control activities are undertaken in line with the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
  8. Clear and accurate records of treatments to the grain and storage facilities are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.
  9. Clear and accurate records of all chemical use in the storage facility, and the applicable withholding periods are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.
Grain is monitored according to the monitoring points, targets and methods outlined in the grain storage program.

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Samples of the grain are appropriately taken to test for pest infestation.

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Where it is required, the sample is prepared and forwarded for analysis according to the prescribed guidelines.

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Pests in storage are controlled according to the guidelines in the grain storage program.

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Enclosed grain storage area is fumigated, and the surrounding environment is kept clean according to the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.

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The sources of any infestations are identified and steps are taken to control them in line with the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.

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All pest control activities are undertaken in line with the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.

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Clear and accurate records of treatments to the grain and storage facilities are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.

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Clear and accurate records of all chemical use in the storage facility, and the applicable withholding periods are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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:

implement pre-determined integrated pest management strategies

monitor and maintain hygiene

monitor and control pests and contaminants

investigate and recommend options for technology, systems or practices that will improve grain quality.

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.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

setup and operate fumigation and pesticide application equipment

sample loads and grain in storage, and conduct a simple analysis

create, maintain, use and keep clear and trackable records

use a range of communication equipment, including in emergency situations

inspect and test silos

identify insects, pests and other factors that affect grain quality

set up and operate inert atmosphere equipment

handle and mix chemicals for baiting, fumigation, spraying, and other forms of application

interpret monitored information on pests

plan and schedule weed, pest and/or disease control including amending plans during the operations

calculate mass and volumes of grain and grain storages

observe, identify and react appropriately to environmental implications and OHS hazards

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, develop sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legibly information collected and select and apply procedures to a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification, negotiating solutions and responding to a range of views

use interpersonal skills to work with others and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

the types, levels and control methods for a range of pests and contaminants

silo and temporary storage configuration and operation

chemical handing and dangerous goods requirements

the range of applicable pesticides, their uses, application methods and handling requirements

commodity types, varieties and grades

handling requirements for gas cylinders

insect life cycles and optimum conditions for development

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and the procedures used within the organisation

legislative requirements, codes of practice and enterprise procedures relating to the purchase, transport, storage, use and disposal of pesticides and fumigants, OHS and environment

client's sampling and classification requirements

common grain pests and their general control methods

appropriate action to be taken in contingency situations

marketing requirements and options for grain growers

equipment available and its uses, limitations and OHS requirements

site hazards and sound management practices and processes to minimise noise, odours, and debris from grain storage operations

chemical handing and dangerous goods requirements

developments and options available for maintaining or improving the quality of grain during storage.

Range Statement

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

Factors affecting grain quality in storage may include:

the presence of water or water damage

presence and activity of pests (including insects, moulds, birds and rodents)

dead vertebrate pests in storage

breakdown of storage security and integrity (e.g. holes, cracks, poor sealing, etc.)

grain moisture migration

excessive dust levels

high pesticide and fumigant residues

legal withholding periods.