List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for organic production work | 1.1 Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions 1.2 Conduct checks for serviceability on all materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items 1.3 Demonstrate correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials and minimise damage to self, load and vehicle 1.4 Select, check and fit suitable personal protective clothing and equipment before work 1.5 Identify and report work health and safety hazards |
2. Undertake organic production work as directed | 2.1 Follow instructions and directions and seek clarification when necessary 2.2 Undertake work in an environmentally appropriate manner and according to workplace information and principles of organic agriculture 2.3 Follow site quarantine, biosecurity protocols and farm and personal hygiene requirements are as required by enterprise guidelines 2.4 Meet enterprise's food safety requirements where appropriate 2.5 Interact with other staff and customers in a positive and professional manner 2.6 Follow enterprise policies and procedures for workplace practices and handling and disposal of materials 2.7 Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines 2.8 Maintain a clean and safe work site while working |
3. Handle materials and equipment | 3.1 Store waste material produced during work in a designated area according to supervisor instructions 3.2 Handle and transport materials, tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions and enterprise guidelines |
4. Clean up on completion of work | 4.1 Return materials to store or dispose of 4.2 Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment 4.3 Report work outcomes |
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
apply principles of organic agriculture to daily work routines
follow supervisor instructions
follow work health and safety procedures and where appropriate, food safety procedures
report any variations from required standards or procedures to supervisor
apply enterprise quarantine and biosecurity protocols
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles of organic production
organic procedures and recording requirements
safe work practices relevant to the tasks being undertaken, including safe use of tools and equipment
food safety requirements for enterprise's activities where appropriate
work health and safety, biosecurity and environmental protection legislation and enterprise procedures
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace and/or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.