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Manage mushroom substrate preparation

KHU-AGR-0672

Australian Equivalent

AHCPHT412

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage mushroom substrate preparation, including confirming status of system requirements, confirming quality and consistency of Phase II outputs, monitoring and manipulating spawning and spawn run, and managing clean-up procedures. The unit applies to individuals who apply specialist skills and knowledge to manage mushroom substrate preparation. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable 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

E1Confirm status of system requirements for mushroom substrate preparation

0672.E1.O1Determine details of quantities of substrate required, and dates and times to be achieved for each process stage, and inform personnel

0672.E1.O2Determine availability, quality, serviceability and cleanliness of all rooms, work areas, machinery, equipment and materials for mushroom substrate preparation

0672.E1.O3Allocate staff duties and responsibilities according to mushroom substrate preparation plan

0672.E1.O4Identify and implement site quarantine protocols and workplace and personal hygiene requirements for mushroom substrate preparation

0672.E1.O5Identify hazards and assess risks in the workplace, and implement control measures to manage risks according to workplace health and safety procedures

E2Confirm quality and consistency of Phase II outputs

0672.E2.O1Confirm Phase II process conforms to required production schedule and workplace procedures

0672.E2.O2Measure and record key factors and critical points

0672.E2.O3Take random samples of end product and dispatch for analysis

0672.E2.O4Record test results, compare to standards and take remedial action

E3Monitor and manipulate spawning and spawn run

0672.E3.O1Assess condition and quality of compost before spawning, and take remedial action

0672.E3.O2Take temperature readings, and record and adjust if required

0672.E3.O3Measure, record and control carbon dioxide content

0672.E3.O4Monitor spawn growth and appearance of mycelium during spawn run period

0672.E3.O5Select product and its rate of application where supplement is to be added to substrate at spawning

0672.E3.O6Monitor room hygiene and occurrence of pests and diseases, and implement control measures

E4Manage clean-up procedure

0672.E4.O1Manage clean-up activities at the end of each process stage

0672.E4.O2Conduct cook-out or chemical disinfestations treatment before removal of spent substrate

0672.E4.O3Return tools and equipment to storage area after cleaning, performing basic preventative maintenance and checking for future serviceability

0672.E4.O4Report faults to maintenance personnel

0672.E4.O5Complete workplace records according to workplace requirements