Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCLSK328A, 'Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to work with effluent disposal equipment

1.1. Work to be undertaken is interpreted from work program where necessary, and confirmed with management.

1.2. Discussions are held with other workers who may be affected by the maintenance activities to ensure continued smooth operation of the production process.

1.3. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.

1.4. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.

1.5. Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked and maintained if necessary.

2. Maintain and operate effluent storage and disposal system

2.1. Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.

2.2. Effluent removal and disposal equipment is correctly serviced and maintained.

2.3. Effluent disposal systems are used according to system design in compliance with approval granted by local government and State environment protection authority.

2.4. When liquid effluent storages are used, recognised techniques for irrigation are carried out according to establishment practice.

2.5. In-shed effluent pits are flushed and drained as required.

2.6. When effluent is composted, turning is done in accordance with establishment practice, State environment protection authority recommendations, and OHS procedures.

3. Monitor effluent disposal system

3.1. Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.

3.2. Flow rates, pit levels, compost temperatures and equipment are regularly checked to maintain effective operation of the system.

3.3. Cleaning procedures and hygiene practice are carried out according to established practice.

3.4. Monitoring reflects an understanding of the environmental duty of care.

4. Conduct hygiene and administration activities

4.1. Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.

4.2. Attachments and other ancillary equipment are cleaned and stored in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.

4.3. All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the operations are disposed of safely and appropriately.

4.4. All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organisational requirements.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCLSK328A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC33311 - Certificate III in Feedlot Operations
  • AHC30110 - Certificate III in Agriculture
  • AHC30410 - Certificate III in Pork Production
  • AHC30210 - Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production)
  • AHC30510 - Certificate III in Poultry Production