AHCBAC416 — Save, prepare and store agricultural seed

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What an assessment for AHCBAC416 must cover

49 assessable components: 4 elements (24 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Select seed from agricultural crops

1.1Calculate the quantity of seed required for future season’s crops
1.2Calculate the area of crop needed to produce the required quantity of seed
1.3Select a portion of current crop to be used as future crop seed
1.4Check and record the soil type in selected portion of crop
1.5Identify equipment to be used in seed movement, testing and storage
1.6Implement measures to improve seed and plant health, vigour and uniformity within the selected area
1.7Identify treatments required for crop and subsequent detrimental environmental impact
1.8Implement workplace health, safety and biosecurity policies and procedures

2 Evaluate and grade seed

2.1Assess grain variety for its location, soil, and current workplace marketing requirements’ suitability following harvest
2.2Research information regarding new varieties or trial results for input into management decision-making
2.3Grade the seed to the required size
2.4Apply fungicidal and insecticidal dressings to the seed according to workplace procedures
2.5Collect, prepare and forward test samples according to laboratory procedures and industry standards
2.6Collect and maintain records, and report outcomes according to workplace procedures

3 Store seed

3.1Select and prepare facilities for hygienic storage of seed
3.2Transfer seed to storage facility according to workplace and biosecurity procedures
3.3Ensure seed is stored under conditions that maintain quality, viability and purity
3.4Check seed in long-term storage for quality factors and viability according to schedule specified in seed storage program
3.5Collect, prepare and forward seed samples for laboratory testing and analysis according to laboratory and sampling procedures
3.6Create and maintain records of seed storage, tests and inspections according to seed storage program
3.7Monitor condition of storage facilities using schedule and methods specified in seed storage program
3.8Implement corrective action to maintain seed quality and biosecurity

4 Collect and deliver seed

4.1Collect or deliver seed according to agreed terms and conditions and biosecurity procedures
4.2Ensure seed sold or purchased conforms to local State and Federal legislative and regulatory requirements

Performance evidence

selected and applied seed tests to determine seed quality including: moisture, protein, falling numbers, screenings, damaged seed
sampled seed according to laboratory procedures
applied pre and post-harvest treatments for seed
identified and utilised equipment required for seed movement, testing and storage
identified varieties from growth patterns
identified weed seeds and contaminants
identified pests in stored grain and initiated control measures
performed the following calculations for seed storage: volume of seed required, capacity of storage available and required for seed storage, area of crop required to produce seed based on health, vigour and grain size, ratios of chemical use
created and maintained records for traceability, including: results of test on seeds, seed provenance and varieties, pest control measures, seed storage locations and movement, application of treatments to stored grain and facilities, movement of grain while in storage, inspections, sampling and testing of grain
graded and tested seed and interpreted results
collected and maintained records
stored and maintained the quality of seed for use in following season
implemented workplace health, safety, biosecurity and environmental policies

Knowledge evidence

seed varieties and their identification
seed treatment and cleaning measures
tests commonly performed on seeds for storage and quality assessment, including: moisture, protein, falling numbers, screenings, damaged seed, seed health tests
sources of seed to purchase and expected terms, conditions and standards
inoculation treatments and seed dressings used to protect seed and promote seed germination
records and documentation required for traceability and handling of seed
storage techniques and requirements for seed and grain including: silo, storage bags, sheds and bunkers, underground pits
biosecurity controls and codes of practice
relevant legislation and regulations relating to: health and safety, contractor engagement, chemical use and application, vehicle and plant operation and use, use, handling and sale of seed, national and international standards for commercial seed production
site workplace health and safety management practices and procedures, including: minimise noise, odours, debris from grain storage operations, dust and fire risk, working at heights and confined spaces with storage bins, power lines and elevated equipment safety

Foundation skills

Reading: Analyse seed variety trial results, journals, documentation and digital media to identify new seed varieties suitable for future crops
Writing: Create, develop and maintain accurate records for seed selection, preparation and storage

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What does an assessment tool for AHCBAC416 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AHCBAC416 needs to address all 49 unit components: 4 elements with 24 performance criteria, 13 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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