Carry out a crop regulation program

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Assessment Tool
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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
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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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 AHCPHT301A, 'Carry out a crop regulation program'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for the crop regulation program

1.1. The site and operational requirements of the crop regulation program are identified according to the site plan and enterprise work procedures.

1.2. Crop regulation materials are selected according to enterprise work procedures.

1.3. Services are located using site plans and in consultation with the supervisor.

1.4. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.

1.5. Suitable safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are selected, used and maintained.

2. Prepare crop regulation equipment

2.1. Tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to enterprise work procedures.

2.2. Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturers specifications and enterprise work procedures.

2.3. Tools, equipment and machinery are calibrated and adjusted according to manufacturer's guidelines and enterprise work procedures.

3. Implement the crop regulation program

3.1. Enterprise work team and contractors are identified and work tasks are co-ordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the supervisor.

3.2. Work pattern is planned to cover the site in an efficient, sequential and co-ordinated manner according to enterprise work procedures.

3.3. Crop regulation tasks are undertaken according to OHS requirements and with due consideration of the environmental implications.

3.4. Crop regulation tasks are monitored and remedial action is undertaken where necessary to achieve program objectives.

3.5. A clean and safe work area is maintained throughout and on completion of work.

4. Complete crop regulation activities

4.1. Waste material is removed from the site and disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner according to enterprise work procedures.

4.2. Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned, maintained and stored according to enterprise work procedures.

4.3. Work outcomes are recorded or reported to the supervisor according to enterprise work procedures.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCPHT301A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC33210 - Certificate III in Floriculture
  • AHC30610 - Certificate III in Production Horticulture
  • AHC30110 - Certificate III in Agriculture