Assessor Resource

AHCPER202
Harvest, treat and store seed

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to harvest, treat and store seed.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace requirements.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for harvesting of seed

1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary

1.2 Clean seed harvesting and handling equipment and transport to seed collecting site

1.3 Determine seed that is to be collected

1.4 Prepare locations for treatment and storage of seed

2. Harvest seed

2.1 Collect seed using selected method complying with any conditions of permit or agreements with land holders, if applicable

2.2 Protect the health of parent plants during seed collection, if required

2.3 Place seed in clean containers and label

3. Treat and store seed

3.1 Separate seeds from other materials using available separation methods

3.2 Treat seeds, if required, according to harvesting plan

3.3 Record all appropriate data regarding collected seed on the seed container according to the harvesting plan

3.4 Pack and store seeds

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:

prepare to harvest seed

harvest seed

treat and store seed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

seed harvesting techniques

characteristics of mature healthy seed

diseases and pests likely to affect the seed

the following types of seed extraction:

hand selection

winnowing

sieving

vibration

flotation and fermentation

drying

heat-assisted dehiscing

crumbling of husks

the following permaculture practices relating to seed harvesting and storage:

appropriate containers including re-used jars, boxes and packets

cool, dry location

freezer or refrigerator

pest deterrent mechanisms

light exclusion mechanisms

non-chemical protection against pathogens

the following data included in seed saving:

genus, species, family, variety and cultivar information

provenance – where the seed came from

weight or number

date collected

place collected

collector

cultural advice or growing conditions

seed pre-treatment advice

longevity information

growing-out trial information

storage location information or record locator

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design Course (PDC).

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for harvesting of seed

1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary

1.2 Clean seed harvesting and handling equipment and transport to seed collecting site

1.3 Determine seed that is to be collected

1.4 Prepare locations for treatment and storage of seed

2. Harvest seed

2.1 Collect seed using selected method complying with any conditions of permit or agreements with land holders, if applicable

2.2 Protect the health of parent plants during seed collection, if required

2.3 Place seed in clean containers and label

3. Treat and store seed

3.1 Separate seeds from other materials using available separation methods

3.2 Treat seeds, if required, according to harvesting plan

3.3 Record all appropriate data regarding collected seed on the seed container according to the harvesting plan

3.4 Pack and store seeds

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:

prepare to harvest seed

harvest seed

treat and store seed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

seed harvesting techniques

characteristics of mature healthy seed

diseases and pests likely to affect the seed

the following types of seed extraction:

hand selection

winnowing

sieving

vibration

flotation and fermentation

drying

heat-assisted dehiscing

crumbling of husks

the following permaculture practices relating to seed harvesting and storage:

appropriate containers including re-used jars, boxes and packets

cool, dry location

freezer or refrigerator

pest deterrent mechanisms

light exclusion mechanisms

non-chemical protection against pathogens

the following data included in seed saving:

genus, species, family, variety and cultivar information

provenance – where the seed came from

weight or number

date collected

place collected

collector

cultural advice or growing conditions

seed pre-treatment advice

longevity information

growing-out trial information

storage location information or record locator

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III qualification (or higher) in Permaculture and/or have completed a Permaculture Design Course (PDC).
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary 
Clean seed harvesting and handling equipment and transport to seed collecting site 
Determine seed that is to be collected 
Prepare locations for treatment and storage of seed 
Collect seed using selected method complying with any conditions of permit or agreements with land holders, if applicable 
Protect the health of parent plants during seed collection, if required 
Place seed in clean containers and label 
Separate seeds from other materials using available separation methods 
Treat seeds, if required, according to harvesting plan 
Record all appropriate data regarding collected seed on the seed container according to the harvesting plan 
Pack and store seeds 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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