Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

Sector Frameworks

1,164

Qualifications

15,161

Competency Units

10,938

Elements

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Learning Outcomes

2,822

Assessment Packages

Plan and implement agricultural crop maintenance

KHU-AGR-0084

Australian Equivalent

AHCBAC413

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the condition for a broadacre crop and plan and implement control and maintenance activities. The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Determine condition of agricultural crops

0084.E1.O1Measure and assess soil moisture and calculate soil water percentage

0084.E1.O2Calculate water requirements from soil analysis data, standing crop, and forecasted weather conditions

0084.E1.O3Assess nutrient requirements and availability for crops and identify deficiencies

0084.E1.O4Communicate with industry, suppliers and work team to identify factors affecting crop growth and crop load potential

0084.E1.O5Identify health and safety hazards, assess risk and develop and implement controls procedures

E2Determine pest control

0084.E2.O1Assess evidence of pests and disease and determine control measures

0084.E2.O2Locate and identify areas of weed infestation for control or eradication

0084.E2.O3Select control methods according to workplace management strategies

0084.E2.O4Schedule suitable control methods according to crop production plan

0084.E2.O5Maintain records on infestations and treatments used

E3Manage crop health

0084.E3.O1Monitor crop to maintain water and nutritional requirements for optimal production

0084.E3.O2Implement sustainable land management practices

0084.E3.O3Monitor weed and pest levels according to crop production plan

0084.E3.O4Assess, document and analyse benefits from soil and plant inputs and treatments

0084.E3.O5Monitor and document cropping programs

0084.E3.O6Document and record data for continual analysis and effective crop management

E4Review agricultural crop maintenance program

0084.E4.O1Collate records of crop maintenance

0084.E4.O2Reconcile planned crop maintenance outcomes against targets

0084.E4.O3Review and document changes to crop maintenance program, including the role of technology in improving efficiencies for future implementation