Clean and fumigate intensive production sheds

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCPLY306A, 'Clean and fumigate intensive production sheds'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Clean and fumigate intensive production sheds' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to clean shed

1.1. Requirements for the work to be undertaken are interpreted and confirmed with supervisor.

1.2. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.

1.3. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.

1.4. The environmental implications of cleaning the shed are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.

1.5. Equipment is raised, dismantled or removed from the shed without damage for cleaning.

1.6. Feed and watering equipment is raised or removed from shed, cleaned and sanitised to remove contamination.

1.7. Electrical switchboards and other equipment are covered or sealed to prevent entry of water.

1.8. Biosecurity protocols and procedures are complied with in cleaning and fumigation.

2. Clean shed and surrounds

2.1. OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.

2.2. Machinery is available, serviced and prepared for operation according to established operating practice, and operated inside and outside the shed.

2.3. Litter is removed and disposed of according to establishment hygiene practice and using the available on-farm resources, and the floors are thoroughly swept.

2.4. Filters are serviced and drinker lines and tanks are flushed.

2.5. Silos are emptied and cleaned, as required by hygiene and production programs.

2.6. Chemicals, detergents and disinfectants are mixed according to instructions.

2.7. Chemical agents are safely handled and applied in compliance with OHS standards and in line with property quality assurance program.

2.8. Electrical equipment is dry-cleaned.

2.9. Run-off from cleaning activity is managed according to the organisations effluent and waste management procedures.

2.10. Checks are made to ensure that all cleaning and hygiene processes are completed to standard.

3. Fumigate shed

3.1. Need for fumigation is determined from supervisors instructions, production/hygiene management plan, or management practice.

3.2. OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.

3.3. Fumigant and apparatus are prepared according to manufacturer's instructions and in line with established safe working procedures.

3.4. Shed is sealed and fumigated to ensure maximum exposure of the fumigant to disease-causing organisms.

3.5. Shed is aired to ensure evacuation of toxicants prior to re-entry of staff and re-installation of equipment.

4. Complete hygiene and administration tasks

4.1. Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.

4.2. Attachments and other ancillary equipment are cleaned and stored to minimise damage and to maximise hygiene according to manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.

4.3. Insecticides are applied, as required by the organisation and the harvest strategy.

4.4. All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organisational requirements.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCPLY306A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC30510 - Certificate III in Poultry Production