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SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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Diagnose plant health problems

KHU-AGR-0570

Australian Equivalent

AHCPCM507

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to determine, monitor, diagnose and remedy plant health problems and evaluate a control plan. The unit applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to diagnose plant health problems, and take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse and synthesise information, and analyse, design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, legislative and regulatory requirements, and sustainability and biosecurity practices. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Determine factors that influence plant health

0570.E1.O1Identify the plant species to the lowest taxonomic level, and state its region of origin

0570.E1.O2Determine plant seasonal growth stages

0570.E1.O3Record daily cultural practices used on each horticultural species

0570.E1.O4Determine the growing environment characteristics that affect the growth of a specific plant species

0570.E1.O5Identify environmental and cultural factors that predispose plants to attack by pests and diseases

0570.E1.O6Record climatic data and environmental growing conditions

0570.E1.O7Record the presence or numbers of beneficial organisms

E2Monitor and diagnose plant health problems

0570.E2.O1Identify the symptoms and signs of plant health problems using accepted nomenclature

0570.E2.O2Assess the severity and extent of the problem in a plant species

0570.E2.O3Compare observations with published data, historical records and own experience

0570.E2.O4Determine possible causes of the plant health problem

0570.E2.O5Consult with specialist services in severe, complex or rapid onset cases

0570.E2.O6Sample plant or soil specimens, and dispatch for specialist diagnosis or laboratory testing where required

0570.E2.O7Record and document plant disorders and problems in a report

E3Remedy plant health problems

0570.E3.O1Formulate and document a weed, pest and disease control plan according to workplace integrated pest management (IPM) strategy and production plan requirements

0570.E3.O2Identify a range of modifications to growing conditions for a specific situation or plant species to rectify plant health problems

0570.E3.O3Identify, cost and confirm availability of resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for work activities, and analyse benefits

0570.E3.O4Identify hazards and assess risks associated with work activities, and implement control measures according to workplace health and safety procedures

0570.E3.O5Identify and minimise environmental impacts of weed, pest and disease control plan according to environmental and biosecurity legislation, regulations and workplace procedures

E4Evaluate control plan

0570.E4.O1Monitor plants during treatment

0570.E4.O2Record and analyse monitoring data

0570.E4.O3Compare observations and data to expected results

0570.E4.O4Recommend control plan modifications to client or management

0570.E4.O5Document and present control plan report to client or management