Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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Assessment Packages

Sample soils and interpret results

KHU-AGR-0764

Australian Equivalent

AHCSOL406

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for soil sampling, collect soil samples and interpret test results. The unit applies to individuals who apply specialist skills and knowledge to sample soils and interpret results. 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

E1Prepare for soil sampling

0764.E1.O1Identify soil to be sampled and sampling method

0764.E1.O2Select tools, equipment and machinery required for safely collecting soil samples according to testing agency requirements

0764.E1.O3Identify areas of homogeneous soil types for sampling

0764.E1.O4Locate services in consultation with site supervisor

0764.E1.O5Identify hazards and assess risks in the workplace, and implement controls to manage risks according to workplace health and safety procedures

0764.E1.O6Select, fit and use safety and personal protective equipment according to workplace procedures

0764.E1.O7Prepare a clean and safe work area and maintain throughout and on completion of work

E2Determine soil characteristics by performing soil sampling

0764.E2.O1Determine the density and depth for a representative sampling of the area

0764.E2.O2Take soil sub-samples at identified sampling sites

0764.E2.O3Collect soil samples for testing

0764.E2.O4Prepare, package, label and dispatch samples for off-site testing

0764.E2.O5Document the physical and chemical characteristics of the soil

0764.E2.O6Clean and store sampling and testing tools, equipment and machinery according to workplace requirements

E3Interpret results of soil analysis

0764.E3.O1Classify the soil types of the sample area according to standards for soil classification

0764.E3.O2Determine, from published data and records, the acceptable soil physical and chemical parameters for a specified plant

0764.E3.O3Compare collected analytical results with acceptable physical and chemical parameters for a specified plant

0764.E3.O4Evaluate soil characteristics to determine whether they can be altered to meet plant needs

0764.E3.O5Determine the Readily Available Water (RAW) values for irrigation sites

0764.E3.O6File and record results according to workplace procedures

0764.E3.O7Provide recommendations to improve soil characteristics