AHCBAC415 — Maintain grain quality in storage

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What an assessment for AHCBAC415 must cover

78 assessable components: 4 elements (26 performance criteria), 17 performance evidence and 33 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 Maintain hygiene in storage areas

1.1Test storage conditions and facilities for compliance with grain storage hygiene standards
1.2Identify, report or repair damage and faults to storage areas according to workplace procedures
1.3Apply treatments to storage facilities to ensure hygiene standards are maintained according to grain storage program
1.4Maintain storage environment according to biosecurity procedures
1.5Record application of treatments according to workplace procedures

2 Monitor grain quality from arrival to dispatch

2.1Collect samples of grain and refer for testing prior to storage
2.2Sample grain at a frequency specified in sampling procedures to ensure compliance with purity standards
2.3Check grain quality at time of dispatch against records at point of storage for consistency
2.4Take, prepare and forward test samples for analysis according to workplace procedures and industry standards
2.5Maintain records of grain storage movement according to grain storage program
2.6Research and recommend technology, systems or practices to improve or maintain grain storage quality
2.7Implement work health and safety policies for activities around the grain storage facilities

3 Monitor and maintain grain condition in storage

3.1Check stored grain for contaminants and deterioration according to workplace procedures and schedules
3.2Check grain in long-term storage for quality factors and viability according to workplace procedures and schedules
3.3Collect, prepare and send samples of grain for laboratory testing according to industry quality assurance and laboratory standards
3.4Create and maintain records of grain tests and inspections according to grain storage program.
3.5Monitor condition of stored grain according to schedule and methods specified in grain storage program
3.6Implement corrective action to maintain grain quality standards according to workplace procedures
3.7Ensure grain storage activities and facilities management are conducted according to grain storage program

4 Control weeds and pests in storage area

4.1Monitor grain according to the monitoring points, targets and methods outlined in the grain storage program
4.2Collect samples of grain to test for pest infestation
4.3Prepare and forward sample for analysis according to workplace procedures and industry standards
4.4Control pests in storage according to grain storage program
4.5Apply fumigants and treatments in enclosed stored grain and surrounding environment according to pest management strategy and grain storage program
4.6Identify and control sources of infestation according to the pest management strategy and biosecurity procedures in grain storage program
4.7Create and maintain records of treatments to grain and storage facilities according to grain storage program

Performance evidence

sampled grain delivered for storage, and conducted basic grain quality analysis
created, maintained and used clear and traceable records during grain storage, including:
application of treatments to stored grain and facilities
movement of grain while in storage
inspections, sampling and testing of grain
chemicals and treatments used and the applicable withholding periods
inspected and tested silos for hygiene, contamination and damage
identified insects, pests and other factors affecting grain quality
treated grain and grain storage facilities and surrounds including:
planned and scheduled weed, pest and disease control
setup and operated fumigation and pesticide application equipment
set up and operate inert atmosphere equipment
handled and mixed chemicals for baiting, fumigation, spraying, and other forms of treatment
interpreted and monitored information on pests
calculated mass and volumes of grain and grain storage facilities
monitored and maintained hygiene and control of pests and contaminants
investigated and recommend options for technology, systems or practices required to improve grain quality.

Knowledge evidence

types, levels and control methods for a range of pests and contaminants
permanent and temporary storage configurations and operations, including:
silos
storage bags
sheds and bunkers
underground pits
chemical handing and dangerous goods requirements
range of applicable pesticides, their uses, application methods and handling requirements
grain commodity types, varieties and grades, marketing requirements and options for grain growers
handling requirements for gas cylinders
insect life cycles and optimum conditions for development
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and the procedures used within the organisation
legislative requirements, codes of practice and workplace procedures relating to:
the storage and quality of grains
the purchase, transport, storage, use and disposal of pesticides and fumigants
work health and safety and environment
sampling and classification requirements of grains
common grain pests and their general control methods, including:
vertebrate
non-vertebrate
equipment used in grain storage facilities and its safe use
site safety hazards and management practices and processes, 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.
chemical handing and dangerous goods requirements
industry hygiene and quality standards
developments and options available for maintaining or improving the quality of grain during storage
workplace biosecurity policies and procedures
record keeping systems and mandatory traceability requirements.

Foundation skills

Reading: Research and analyse journals, documentation and digital media to identify new technologies and procedures for grain storage
Writing: Design and develop records and recordkeeping procedures for grain storage activities using clear and easily understood language

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