TESDA-OP-CO-01-F11

(Rev.No.00-03/08/17)

COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM

A. Course Design

Course Title: AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION

Nominal Duration: 302 hours
Qualification Level: NC I
Course Description: This course is designed to enhance the knowledge,
desirable skills and attitudes of Agricultural Crops
Production NC l in accordance with industry standards. It
covers basic, common and core competencies in the
production of crops such as rice, vegetables, fruits and
nuts as well as many others.

Trainee Entry Trainees or students wishing to enroll in this course

should
Requirements: possess the following requirements.
 Able to read and write;
 With good moral character;
 Ability to communicate, both oral and written
 Physically fit and mentally healthy as certified by a
Public Health Officer

Course Structure
Basic Competencies
No. of Hours: (18 hours)

Unit of Nominal
Module Title Learning Outcomes
Competency Duration
1. Receive and 1.1 Receiving and 1.1.1 Follow routine spoken 2 hours
respond to responding to messages
workplace workplace 1.1.2 Perform workplace duties
communication communication following written notice
2. Work with 2.1 Working with 2.1.1 Develop effective 2 hours
others others workplace relationship.
2.1.2 Contribute to work group
activities.
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Demonstrating 3.1.1 Apply work values/ethics 2 hours
work values work values 3.1.2 Deal with ethical
problems
3.1.3 Maintain integrity of
conduct in the workplace
4. Practice 4.1 Practicing 4.1.1 Maintain work areas, tools 3 hours
housekeeping housekeeping and equipment
 Unit of Nominal
Module Title Learning Outcomes
Competency Duration
procedures procedures 4.1.2 Follow standard work
processes and
procedures
5. Support 5.1 Supporting 5.1.1 Identify the need for 2 hours
Innovation Innovation innovation in one’s area
of work
5.1.2 Recognize innovative and
creative ideas
5.1.3 Support individuals’
access to flexible and
innovative ways of
working
6. Access and 6.1 Accessing and 6.1.1 Identify and gather 3 hours
maintain maintaining needed information
information information 6.1.2 Search for information on
the internet or an intranet
6.1.3 Examine information
6.1.4 Secure information
6.1.5 Manage information
7. Apply 7.1 Applying 7.1.5 Identify environmental 2 hours
environmental environmental work hazards
work standards work standards 7.1.2 Follow environmental
work procedures
7.1.3 Comply with
environmental work
requirements
8. Adopt 8.1 Adopting 8.1.1 Determine 2 hours
entrepreneurial entrepreneurial entrepreneurial mindset
mindset in the mindset in the 8.1.2 Identify entrepreneurial
workplace workplace practices

Common Competencies
No. of Hours: (14 hours)

Unit of Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Competency Duration
1. Apply safety 1.1 Applying safety 1.1.1 Apply appropriate safety 4 hours
measures in measures in measures while working in
farm operations farm operations farm
1.1.2 Safe keep/dispose tools,
materials and outfit
2. Use farm tools 2.1 Using farm tools 2.1.1 Select and use farm tools 4 hours
and equipment and equipment 2.1.2 Select and operate farm
equipment
2.1.3 Perform preventive
maintenance
3. Perform 3.1 Performing 3.1.1 Perform estimation 2 hours
 estimation and estimation and
3.1.2 Perform basic workplace
basic basic calculation
calculations
calculation
4. Apply basic first 4.1 Applying basic 4.1.1 Assess the situation 4 hours
aid first aid 4.1.2 Apply basic first aid
techniques
4.1.3 Communicate details of the
incident

Core Competencies
No. of Hours: (270 hours)

Unit of Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Competency Duration
1. Support 1.1 Supporting 1.1.1 Prepare materials, tools 72 hours
horticultural horticultural crop and equipment for
crop work work horticultural production
work
1.1.2 Undertake horticultural
production work as
directed
1.1.3 Handle materials and
equipment
1.1.4 Clean up on completion
of work
2. Support 2.1 Supporting 2.1.1 Prepare materials, tools 54 hours
nursery work nursery work and equipment for
nursery work
2.1.2 Undertake nursery work
as directed
2.1.3 Store and stockpile
materials
2.1.4 Clean up on completion
of nursery work
3. Support 3.1 Supporting 3.1.1 Prepare materials, tools 72 hours
agronomic crop agronomic crop and equipment for
work work agronomic crop work
3.1.2 Undertake agronomic
crop work as directed
3.1.3 Handle materials and
equipment
3.1.4 Clean up on completion
of cropping work
4. Support 4.1 Supporting 4.1.1 Prepare materials, tools 72 hours
irrigation work irrigation work and equipment for
irrigation work
4.1.2 Undertake irrigation work
as directed
4.1.3 Handle materials and
 equipment
4.1.4 Clean up on completion
of irrigation activities

Assessment Methods: Demonstration with questioning

Written examination
Practical performance

Course Delivery: Flexible Learning Deliviery: Combination of Distance

Learning and Face to Face:
 Modular
 Individualized and Self-paced
 Demonstration
 Lecture
 Discussion
 Peer teaching/mentoring

Resources:

List of recommended tools, equipment, and materials for the training of

25 trainees for Agricultural Crops Production NCI.

Qty. Tools Qty. Equipment Qty. Materials

4 pcs Bolos 2 units Booth/temporary 15 pcs Agri bags
shed
10 pcs Broomstick 1 unit Computer 500 pcs Bamboo stick
5 pcs Calculator 5 pcs Crates 5 pcs Basket
5 pcs Container 1 Farm/ field 5 sacks Coconut dust
5 sets Cutting tools 1 Greenhouse/nursery 5 sacks Compost
5 pcs Fruit crate 1 unit Irrigation system 1 sack Fertilizers
(surface, drip
irrigation)
25 pcs Hat 1 unit Mower (grass cutter) 5 sacks Growing media
4 pcs Knapsack sprayer 1 unit Overhead projector 100 pcs Plastic bag
(OHP)
5 sets Knife 1 unit Chain saw 1 set Plumbing
supplies
2 pcs Moisture meter 1 unit Power sprayer 250 pcs Pots
2 pcs pH meter 1 unit Rotavator 5 sacks Propagating
media
5 pcs Pick mattock 1 unit Service vehicle 25 pairs Rubber boots
5 pcs Picking knife 5 boxes Seed box
2 sets Plumbing tools Seedlings
assorted
25 pcs Protective coat 2 packs/ Seeds
crop
5 pcs Pruning sheers 2 rolls String
4 pcs Rake 5 sacks Transplanting
 supplies
10 pcs Scissors
5 unitsSeed bed
5 pcs Seedling tray
10 pcs Shovel
15 pcs Sprinklers
2 unitsStep ladder
2 unitsStorage tools/
cabinet
25 pcs Trowel

Qualification of  Must be a holder of Agricultural Crops Production NC II or its

Instructors/Trainers: equivalent
 Must be computer literate
 Must be physically and mentally fit
 *Must have at least 2 years job/industry experience

B. Modules of Instruction

BASIC COMPETENCIES
(18 hours)

Unit of Competency:RECEIVE AND RESPOND TO WORKPLACE

COMMUNICATIONS
Modules Title: RECEVING AND RESPONDING TO WORKPLACE
COMMUNICATIONS
Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to receive, respond and act on verbal and written
communication.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Follow routine spoken messages

LO2. Perform workplace duties following written notice

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. FOLLOW ROUTINE SPOKEN MESSAGES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required information Parts of a Learning Buzz session Written
is gathered by speech elements examination
listening and correctly Group
interpreted Parts of a Service discussion Interview
sentence manual
Instructions are acted Role playing
upon in accordance Kinds of Organizational
with information sentence manuals
received and
organizational Following
procedure instructions

Clarification is sought Organizational

from workplace policies and
supervisor on all guidelines
occasions when any
instruction/procedure Work practices
is not understood in handling
communications

Communication
processes

Receiving and
clarifying
communications
messages and
information

LO2. PERFORM WORKPLACE DUTIES FOLLOWING WRITTEN NOTICE

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Range of printed form Recording Learning Buzz session Written
relating to condition messages and elements examination
of employment is information Group
completed accurately Service discussion Interview
and legibly. Preparing manual
report Role playing
Workplace data is Organizational
recorded on standard Knowledge of manuals
workplace forms and organizational
documents. policies/
guidelines with
Errors in recording regards to
information on forms/ processing
documents are internal/external
identified and information
rectified.

Reporting
requirements to
supervisor are
completed according
to enterprise
guidelines.
Unit of Competency:
WORK WITH OTHERS
Modules Title: WORKING WITH OTHERS
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required in a group environment. It deals with developing
effective workplace relationship.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Develop effective workplace relationship.

LO2. Contribute to work group activities.

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. DEVELOP EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE RELATIONSHIP

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Duties and Job description Work group Simulation/ Written
responsibilities are and o Supervi role playing examinations
done in a positive employment sor
manner to promote arrangement o Peer/ Case studies Practical/
cooperation and good work performance
relationship. Organizations’ colleag test
policy relevant ues
Assistance is sought to work role o Other
from work group when membe
difficulties arise and Team structure rs of the
addressed through organiz
discussions. Supervision ation
and
Feedback provided by accountability
others in the team is including OHS
encouraged,
acknowledged, and Code of
acted upon. Conduct/ Code
of Ethics
Difference in personal
values and beliefs are Assisting a
respected and their colleague
values acknowledged
in the development. Open
communication
s channel

Acknowledging
satisfactory /
unsatisfactory
performance
 Formal /
informal
performance
appraisal

Obtaining
feedback from
supervisor and
colleagues and
clients

Personal
reflective
behavior
strategies

Routine
organization
methods for
monitoring
service
delivery

Ethical
sentences

LO2. CONTRIBUTE TO WORK GROUP ACTIVITIES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Support is provided to Explaining/ Simulated Direct Written
team members to clarifying workplace observation examination
ensure work group Helping with work
goals are met. colleagues group: Simulation/role Practical/
Providing o supervisor playing performance
Constructive encouragement or test
contributions to work Undertaking manager Case studies
group goals and tasks extra task if o peer/work
are made according to necessary colleague
organizational Organizational s
requirements. goals, o other
objectives, members
Information relevant to plans, systems of the
work is shared with and processes organizati
team members to on
ensure designated Legal and
goals are met. organizational
policies/guideli
nes and
 requirements

Define
resources
parameters

Quality and
continues
improvement
on processes
and standards

Clarifying the
organization’s
preferred task
completion
methods

Open
communication

Encouraging
colleagues

Acknowledging
satisfactory/uns
atisfactory
performance

Workplace
hazards, risks
and control

Principles of
solidarity and
subsidiary

Unit of Competency:
DEMONSTRATE WORK VALUES
Modules Title: DEMONSTRATING WORK VALUES
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in
demonstrating proper work values.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Apply work values/ethics

LO2. Deal with ethical problems
LO3. Maintain integrity of conduct in the workplace
 DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. APPLY WORK VALUES/ETHICS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Work values/ethics/ Concept of Writing Lecture Written
concepts are work materials (pens
identified and values/ethics & paper) Group Demonstration
classified in discussion
References Observation
accordance with Company
(books)
companies’ ethical policies and Written
Interviews/
standard guidelines. guidelines Modules examination
questioning
Work policies are Work ethical Role play
undertaken in standard
accordance with Self-paced
company’s policies, Company/ (modular)
guidelines on work industry instruction
ethical standard. resources

Resources are used in Work practices

accordance with
company’s policies
and guidelines.

LO2. DEAL WITH ETHICAL PROBLEMS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Company ethical Company’s Writing Lecture Demonstration
standards, identified materials
organizational policy ethical (pens & Group Observation
and guidelines on problems paper) discussion
the prevention and Interviews/
reporting of Work incidents/ References Role play questioning
unethical conduct/ situation (books) Self-paced
behavior are (modular)
followed. Standard Modules instruction
operating
Work incidents/ procedures
situations are
reported according Report writing
to company and
protocol/guidelines. documentation

Resolution and/or
referral of ethical
problems identified
are reported/
documented based
 on standard
operating procedure

LO3. MAINTAIN INTEGRITY OF CONDUCT IN THE WORKPLACE

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Personal behavior Fundamental Writing Lecture Written
and relationships rights at work materials
with co-workers including (pens & Group Demonstration
and/or clients are gender paper) discussion
demonstrated sensitivity Observation
consistent with References Written
ethical standards, Work (books) examination Interviews/
policy and responsibilities/ questioning
guidelines. job functions Modules Role play

Work practices are Corporate Self-paced

satisfactorily social (modular)
demonstrated and responsibilities instruction
consistent with
industry work ethical Human
standards, relations
organizational policy
and guidelines. Interpersonal
relations
Instructions to co-
workers are Value
provided based on formation
ethical lawful and
reasonable Professional
directives code of
conduct and
ethics

Unit of Competency: PRACTICE HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURES

Modules Title: PRACTICING HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURES
Module Descriptor: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to apply the basic housekeeping procedures.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Maintain work areas, tools and equipment

LO2. Follow standard work processes and procedures

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 LO1. MAINTAIN WORK AREAS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
The basic Principles of 5S Writing Lecture Demonstration
procedures of 5S materials
are demonstrated in Safety signs (pens & Group Observation
the workplace. and symbols paper) discussion
Interviews/
Removing and Environmental References Role play questioning
disposing of requirements (books)
unnecessary items relative to work Self-paced
according to safety Modules (modular)
company or office instruction
procedures are Accident/Hazard
followed. reporting
procedures
Reusable and
recyclable materials
are sorted
according to
company/office
procedures.

Items are arranged

in accordance with
company/office
housekeeping
procedures.

Items arranged are

provided with clear
and visible
Identification marks
based on
procedures.

LO2. FOLLOW STANDARD WORK PROCESSES AND PROCEDURES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Common use Work processes Writing Lecture Written
materials are and procedures materials examination
maintained in (pens & Group
designated area General OH & S paper) discussion Demonstration
according to principles and
procedures. legislation References Self-paced Observation
(books) (modular)
Work is performed Accident/Hazard instruction Interviews/
 according to reporting Modules questioning
standard work procedures
procedures, as per
instruction and
according to
occupational health
and safety (OHS)
requirements

Incidents are
reported to
immediate
supervisor following
prescribed report
format.

Unit of Competency:
SUPPORT INNOVATION
Modules Title: SUPPORTING INNOVATION
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to identify, recognize and support innovation.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Identify the need for innovation in one’s area of work

LO2. Recognize innovative and creative ideas
LO3. Support individuals’ access to flexible and innovative ways of working

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. IDENTIFY THE NEED FOR INNOVATION IN ONE’S AREA OF WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
The value of Clear-cut Writing Lecture Written
innovative practices definition of materials examination
in the workplace is innovation (pens & Group
recognized paper) discussion Demonstration
Current
Creativity in practice in References Role play Observation
innovation in one’s own scope of (books)
scope of work is work Self-paced Interviews/
applied Modules (modular) questioning
Workplace instruction
The need for procedures
innovation in own
scope of work is
recognized

LO2. RECOGNIZE INNOVATIVE AND CREATIVE IDEAS

 Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Opportunities within Support Writing Lecture Written
the team are required to materials examination
identified to develop generate (pens & Group
innovation creative ideas paper) discussion Demonstration
Creative ideas of Difference
coworkers pertaining between
References Role play Observation
to work practices are innovation (books)
analyzed and Self-paced Interviews/
creativity Modules (modular) questioning
Environment instruction
conducive for learning Innovative
and climate in
innovating is one’s scope of
maintained work

LO3. SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS’ ACCESS TO FLEXIBLE AND INNOVATIVE WAYS OF

WORKING

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Individuals and key The role of Writing Lecture Written
people are reinforced employees/ materials examination
to identify innovative workers in the (pens & paper) Group
ideas to achieve improvement of discussion Demonstrati
outcomes
practices in the References on
Sharing of best
organization (books) Role play
practices using Observation
flexible and Best practices Modules Self-paced
innovative ways of using flexible (modular) Interviews/
working is and innovative instruction questioning
accomplished ways of
working
Obstacles to progress
in implementing Obstacles in
flexible and implementing
innovative ways of innovation in
working are one’s scope of
recognized work

Unit of Competency:
ACCESS AND MAINTAIN INFORMATION
Modules Title: ACCESSING AND MAINTAIN INFORMATION
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to identify, gather, interpret and maintain information
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:
LO1. Identify and gather needed information
LO2. Search for information on the internet or an intranet
LO3. Examine information
LO4. Secure information
LO5. Manage information

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. IDENTIFY AND GATHER NEEDED INFORMATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required Policies, Writing Lecture Written
information is procedures and materials examination
identified based on guidelines (pens & Group
requirements. relating to paper) discussion Demonstration
information
Sources to produce handling in the
public and
References Role play Observation
required information (books)
are identified and private sector,
including Self-paced Interviews/
accessed
confidentiality, Modules (modular) questioning
Report information privacy, security, instruction
is collected, freedom of
organized and information
recorded
Data collection
Organize information and
is collected in a way management
procedures
that enables easy
access and retrieval Cultural aspects
by other staff of information
and meaning

Sources of
public sector
work-related
information

Public/private
sector standards

LO2. SEARCH FOR INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET OR AN INTRANET

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Engine is search to Find and select Writing Lecture Written
find and select appropriate materials examination
appropriate information (pens & Group
information paper) discussion Demonstration
Techniques in
Suitable techniques finding useful
are used to make it References Role play Observation
easier to find useful information (books)
information and to Records are use Self-paced Interviews/
pass it on to others where useful Modules (modular) questioning
information instruction
Records are use came from
where useful
information came Search engines
from for information

Results are used for

searches of useful
Information

Search engine is
chosen appropriate
for the information
that is needed

Searches are
carried out as per
requirements

LO3. EXAMINE INFORMATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Information and its Data evaluation Writing Lecture Written
sources are procedures materials examination
evaluated for (pens & Group
relevance and validity Cultural paper) discussion Demonstration
to business and/or aspects of
client requirements. information and
meaning
References Role play Observation
Information is (books)
examined as Sources of Self-paced Interviews/
required to identify public sector Modules (modular) questioning
key issues. work-related instruction
information
Detailed evaluation
of information is Public sector
carried out as standards
required using
relevant techniques
including
mathematical
calculations.

LO4. SECURE INFORMATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Basic file-handling Policies, Writing Lecture Written
techniques are used procedures and materials examination
for the software guidelines relating (pens & Group
 to information paper) discussion Demonstration
Techniques is used to handling in the
handle, organize and public sector, References Role play Observation
secure information including (books)
confidentiality,
Self-paced Interviews/
privacy, security,
freedom of Modules (modular) questioning
information instruction

Basic file-handling
techniques

Techniques in
handling,
organizing and
saving files

Electronic and
manual filing
systems

LO5. MANAGE INFORMATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Information and records Policies, Writing Lecture Written
are maintained to ensure procedures and materials examination
data and system integrity guidelines (pens & Group
using a range of standard relating to paper) discussion Interviews/
and complex information information
questioning
systems and operations. handling in the
public sector,
References Role play
Routine data and records including (books) Portfolio
are reconciled as confidentiality, Self-paced
required. privacy, security, Modules (modular)
freedom of instruction
Inadequacies in system/s information
relating to information
retrieval are identified and Data collection
corrected or reported to and management
relevant staff as required. procedures

Organizational
information
handling and
storage
procedures

Cultural aspects
of information
and meaning

Sources of public
sector work-
 related
information

Public sector
standards

Databases and
data storage
systems

Unit of Competency:
APPLY ENVIRONMENTAL WORK STANDARDS
Modules Title: APPLYING ENVIRONMENTAL WORK STANDARDS
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes to
identify environmental work hazards, follow environment work
procedures and comply with environmental requirements.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Identify environmental work hazards

LO2. Follow environmental work procedures
LO3. Comply with environmental work requirements

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. IDENTIFY ENVIRONMENTAL WORK HAZARDS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Related Environmenta Writing Lecture Written
environmental l Hazards materials examination
hazards are (pens & Group
recognized based on Environmental paper) discussion Demonstration
environmental Work Standards
work standards
Required
References Role play Observation
Environmental work Resources (books)
standards are Self-paced Interviews/
interpreted in OSH Standards Modules (modular) questioning
accordance to instruction
relevant policies Fight against
poverty rights
Required resources
to minimize effect of Environmenta
environmental hazards l Protection
are prepared based on
relevant Respect of
environmental work Human Rights
standards

LO2. FOLLOW ENVIRONMENTAL WORK PROCEDURES

 Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Environmental Environmental Writing Lecture Written
protection pre- Protection materials examination
cautionary activities (pens & Group
are practiced based on Environmental paper) discussion Demonstration
environmental work Work Procedures
procedures
Renewable
References Role play Observation
Work activities are Energies (books)
executed in Self-paced Interviews/
accordance with Modules (modular) questioning
Environmental work instruction
Procedures

Environmental
Protection Post-
Activities are
accomplished based
on environmental work
procedures*

LO3. COMPLY WITH ENVIRONMENTAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required resources are Environmental Writing Lecture Written
utilized in accordance Work materials examination
with workplace Procedures (pens & Group
environmental policies paper) discussion Demonstration
Environmental
Environmental Laws
hazardous and non- References Role play Oral
hazardous materials Environmental (books) questioning
are stored in Hazardous and Self-paced
accordance with Non-Hazardous Modules (modular)
environmental Materials instruction
regulations

Hazardous and Non-

hazardous Wastes
disposed according to
environmental
regulations

Unit of Competency: ADOPT ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET IN THE

WORKPLACE
Modules Title: ADOPTING ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET IN THE
WORKPLACE
Module Descriptor: This module covers the outcomes required to support and
internalize an entrepreneurial mindset and observe basic
entrepreneurial practices in the workplace.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Determine entrepreneurial mindset

LO2. Identify entrepreneurial practices

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. DETERMINE ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Entrepreneurial Workplace Writing Lecture Written
mindset in the policies and materials examination
workplace is practices relating (pens & Group
determined from to paper) discussion Demonstration
enterprise practices and entrepreneurship
/Observation
policies.
Elements of
References Role play with oral
Entrepreneurial corporate culture (books) questioning
mindset in the Self-paced
workplace is studied Entrepreneurial Modules (modular) Third-party
and affirmed based on mindset instruction report
current enterprise
practices Entrepreneurial
practices in the
Clarification from workplace
reliable sources is
sought regarding Desirable
entrepreneurial attitudes:
mindset and  Patience
corporate culture.  Willingness
to learn

Attention to
details

LO2. IDENTIFY ENTREPRENEURIAL PRACTICES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Entrepreneurial Quality Writing Lecture Written
practices are assurance materials examination
determined based on practices (pens & Group
enterprise paper) discussion Demonstration
requirements Workplace and
/Observation
client
Entrepreneurial requirements
References Role play with oral
practices are (books) questioning
performed following Types of Self-paced
workplace and client cost- Modules (modular) Third-party
 requirements. effective instruction report
measures
Cost-effective
measures are complied Workplace
with reference to quality
workplace best policy
practices
Attitude:
 Patience

Attention to
details

COMMON COMPETENCIES
(18 hours)

Unit of Competency:
APPLY SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS
Modules Title: APPLYING SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to perform safety measures effectively and
efficiently.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Apply appropriate safety measures while working in farm

LO2. Safe keep/dispose tools, materials and outfit

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. APPLY APPROPRIATE SAFETY MEASURES WHILE WORKING IN FARM

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Safety measures is Farm works Learning Buzz session Written
applied based on work that involves elements examination
requirement and farm using Group
procedures chemicals and Service discussion Interview
hazardous manual
Tools and materials tools and Role playing
are utilized in equipment Organizational
accordance with manuals
specification and Personal
procedures protective
equipment
Outfit are worn in used in farms
accordance with farm
requirements Basic first aid
 Effectively, shelf life Farm
and or expiration of emergency
materials are checked procedures
against manufacturers regarding
specifications safety working
environment
Hazard in the
workplace are
identified and reported
in line with farm
guidelines

LO2. SAFE KEEP/DISPOSE TOOLS, MATERIALS AND OUTFIT

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Used tools and outfit Procedure in Learning Buzz session Written
are cleaned stored in cleaning and elements examination
line with farm storing tools Group
procedure and outfits Service discussion Interview
manual
Unused materials are Technique in Role playing
labeled and stored storing Organizational
according to materials and manuals
manufacturer’s chemicals
recommendation and
farm requirements Government
requirement
Waste materials are regarding farm
disposed according to waste disposal
manufacturers,
government and farm Waste
requirements management
system

Unit of Competency:
USE FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Modules Title: USING FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to use farm tools and equipment. It includes
selection, operation and preventive maintenance of farm tools
and equipment.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Select and use farm tools

LO2. Select and operate farm equipment
LO3. Perform preventive maintenance
 DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. SELECT AND USE FARM TOOLS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Appropriate farm tools Farm Engine Practical Oral/written
are identified equipment Pump demonstration examination
according to o Motorized Generator Lecture/
requirements/use equipment Sprayer discussion Practical
o Electrical Sickle demonstratio
Farm tool are checked equipment Cutter n
for faults and defective Weighing
tools are reported in Farm tools scale Direct
accordance with farm o Power tools Hand tools observation
procedures o Handheld Measuring
tools tools
Appropriate tools and Garden
equipment are safely Safety tools
used according to job practices Manuals in
requirements and during using farm
manufacturers’ operations of tools and
conditions farm equipment
equipment

LO2. SELECT AND OPERATE FARM EQUIPMENT

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Appropriate farm Manual of farm Engine Field Oral/written
equipment is equipment and Pump demonstration examination
identified specifications Generator
Sprayer Lecture/ Practical
Instructional manual Parts and Sickle discussion demonstratio
of farm tools and functions of Cutter n
equipment are farm tools and Weighing
carefully read prior to equipment scale Direct
operation Hand tools observation
Pre-operation Measuring
Pre-operation check- and check-up tools
up is conducted in Garden tools
line with Safety Tires
manufacturers’ practices in Brake fluid
manual using farm Fuel, oil,
tools and water and
Faults in farm equipment lubricants
equipment are Battery
identified and Calibration and Manual in
reported in line with use of farm using farm
 farm procedures equipment tools and
equipment
Farm equipment are
used according to its
function
Safety procedures
are followed

LO3. PERFORM PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Tools and equipment Preventive Engine Field Oral/written
are cleaned maintenance Pump demonstration examination
immediately after use Generator
in line with farm Types of farm Sprayer Lecture/ Practical
procedures tools and Sickle discussion demonstratio
equipment Cutter n
Routine check-up and Weighing
maintenance are Safety scale Direct
performed measures and Hand tools observation
practices Measuring
Tools and equipment tools
are stored in Upkeep of Garden
designated areas in equipment tools
line farm procedures Tires
Brake fluid
Fuel, oil,
water and
lubricants
Battery
Manual in
using farm
tools and
equipment

Unit of Competency:
PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION
Modules Title: PERFORMING ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION
Module Descriptor:This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to perform estimation and basic workplace
calculations.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Perform estimation

LO2. Perform basic workplace calculations
 DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. PERFORM ESTIMATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Job requirements are Problem Pen/pencil Computation Oral
identified from written or solving questioning
oral communications procedures Paper Estimation
Interview
Quantities of materials Basic Sample Interaction
and resources required mathematical problems
to complete a work task operations
are estimated

Time needed to
complete a work activity
is estimated

Accurate estimate for

work completion is
made

Estimate of materials
and resources are
reported to appropriate
person

LO2. PERFORM BASIC WORKPLACE CALCULATIONS

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Calculations to be Basic Pen/pencil Self-paced/ Oral/written
made are identified mathematical modular examination
according to job operations Calculator
requirements Lecture/ Practical
Systems of Paper discussion exercise
Correct method of measurement
calculation is Reference Interaction Practical
determined Units of materials demonstratio
measurement Practical n
Systems and units of Sample exercise
measurement to be Conversion of problems/
followed are units worksheets Computation
ascertained
Fractions and Conversion
Calculations needed to decimals table
complete work task
are performed using Percentages
 the four basic and ratios
mathematical
operations Basic
accounting
Appropriate operations principles and
are used to comply procedures
with the instruction

Result obtained is
reviewed and
thoroughly checked

Unit of Competency: APPLY BASIC FIRST AID

Modules Title: APPLYING BASIC FIRST AID
Module Descriptor: This module deals with the provision of essential First Aid in
recognizing and responding to an emergency using basic life
support measures. This will not deal with complex casualties or
incidents, but aim to provide an initial response where First Aid
is required.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Assess the situation

LO2. Apply basic first aid techniques
LO3. Communicate details of the incident

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. ASSESS THE SITUATION

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Physical hazards to Identification of First aid kit Self-paced Direct
own and others' hazards Rubber learning observation
health and safety are gloves
identified Safe manual Dressing Lecture Practical
handling of Thermometer application/
Immediate risk to self casualty Pen/pencil Dual training demonstratio
and health and safety Paper n
of the casualty/OHS Occupational Reference Demonstration
are minimized by health and materials Oral/written
controlling the hazard safety Sample examination
in accordance with requirements problems/
OHS requirements worksheets
Assessment of
Casualty's vital signs vital signs
and physical
condition are Tools and units
assessed in of
accordance with measurement
workplace procedures of vital signs

Identification of
basic first aid
instruments

LO2. APPLY BASIC FIRST AID TECHNIQUES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
First Aid Basic anatomy Defibrillation Self-paced Direct
management is and physiology units learning observation
provided in Pressure
accordance with First aid bandages Lecture Practical
established First Aid casualty Thermometers application
procedures management First aid kit Dual training /demonstration
principles Eyewash
Casualty is Thermal Demonstration Oral/written
reassured in a First aid blankets examination
caring and calm application Pocket face
manner and made techniques masks
comfortable using Rubber gloves
available resources Resuscitation, Dressing
bleeding Spacer device
First Aid assistance control, Cervical
is sought from infection collars
others in a timely control, airway
manner and as management
appropriate

Casualty's condition
is monitored and
responded to in
accordance with
effective
First Aid principles
and workplace
procedures

Details of casualty's
physical condition,
changes in
conditions,
management and
response to
management are
 accurately recorded
in line with
organizational
procedures

Casualty
management is
finalized according
to casualty's needs
and First Aid
principles

LO3. COMMUNICATE DETAILS OF THE INCIDENT

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Appropriate medical Effective Mobile Self-paced Direct
assistance is communication phone learning observation
requested using skills Satellite
relevant phones Lecture Practical
communication media Assertiveness HF/VHF application
and equipment and decision- radio Dual training /demonstration
making skills Flags
Details of casualty's Flares Demonstration Oral/written
condition and Understanding Two-way examination
management activities company radio
are accurately standard Email
conveyed to operating Electronic
emergency procedures equipment
services/relieving
personnel Report
preparation
Reports to supervisors
are prepared in a
timely manner,
presenting all relevant
facts according to
established company
procedures

CORE COMPETENCIES
(18 hours)

Unit of Competency: SUPPORT HORTICULTURAL CROP WORK

Modules Title: SUPPORTING HORTICULTURAL CROP WORK
Module Descriptor: This module covers the skills and knowledge required to
support horticultural production under supervision. It will
include the ability to prepare materials, tools and equipment for
horticultural production work, undertake routine production
assistance work, handle materials and equipment, and clean
 up on completion of work. Supporting horticultural production
work also covers knowledge of safe work practices relating to
basic crop handling techniques including planting, maintaining,
picking and packing, loading and unloading, and using
associated farm tools and equipment.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for horticultural production work
LO2. Undertake horticultural production work as directed
LO3. Handle materials and equipment
LO4. Clean up on completion of work

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. PREPARE MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FOR HORTICULTURAL

PRODUCTION WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required materials, Types and Tools and Individual self- Written
tools and equipment selection of equipment paced learning examination
are identified materials, tools, (shovel,
according to lists and equipment digging tools, Lecture Interview
provided and/or knives,
supervisor’s Routine check- cutters, etc.) Practical
instructions. up of tools and application
equipment Personal (demo)
Checking of materials, protective
tools and equipment Manual equipment Direct
are conducted with handling observation
insufficient or faulty procedures and Service
items reported to the techniques manual
supervisor based on
manufacturer’s lists Personal Organizational
and pre-operating protective manuals
procedures. equipment and
occupational
Techniques used health and
when loading and safety
unloading materials requirements
demonstrated correct
manual handling and Common OHS
minimize damage to hazards, risks
the load and the and its control
vehicle following farm
handling procedures.

Suitable personal
protective equipment
(PPE) is selected and
checked prior to use
according to job
requirements.

Work support is
provided according to
OHS requirements
and according to
workplace
information.

OHS hazards are

identified and reported
to the supervisor
based on OHS
requirements and
company reporting
procedures.

LO2. UNDERTAKE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION WORK AS DIRECTED

Assessment Assessment
Contents Conditions Methodologies
Criteria Methods
Instructions and Common Learning Demonstration Written
directions are horticultural elements examination
followed and production Individual self-
clarified based on work Instruction/ paced learning Interview
supervisor’s service manual
requirements and Safe work Lecture Practical
workplace practices Tools and application
procedures. equipment (demo)
Proper use of (shovel, digging
Work is horticultural tools, knives, Direct
undertaken in a tools and cutters, etc.) observation
safe and equipment
environmentally Personal
appropriate Procedures for protective
manner according land clothing and
to enterprise preparation, equipment
guidelines. sowing/
planting, crop
Interactions with maintenance,
other staff and fertilization,
customers are loading and
carried out in a unloading,
positive and harvesting/
professional picking, sorting
manner as and packing
specified in the
employee manual. Planting,
picking,
Workplace packing,
practices, handling loading and
and disposal of transporting
materials is techniques
observed following
enterprise policy Environmental
and procedures. aspects of
horticultural
Problems or production
difficulties in work
completing work to
required standards Interpersonal
or timelines are relationships
reported to and
supervisor based communication
on company (oral and
reporting written)
procedures.

LO3. HANDLE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Waste material Proper use/ Learning Demonstration Written
produced during handling of elements examination
work is stored in a materials and Individual self-
designated area equipment Instruction/service paced learning Interview
according to manual
workplace Storage Lecture Practical
procedure/OHS practices and Materials, tools application
procedure. principles for and equipment (demo)
materials and (shovel, digging
Materials, equipment tools, knives, Direct
equipment and cutters, etc.) observation
machinery are Waste
handled and materials Personal
transported management protective
according to Occupational clothing and
enterprise health and equipment
guidelines. safety
procedures/
A clean and safe Routine
work site is maintenance
maintained while of workplace
working in
accordance with
 OHS procedures.

LO4. CLEAN UP ON COMPLETION OF WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Materials are returned Procedures for Learning Demonstration Written
to store or disposed of storage of elements examination
according to company excess Individual self-
standard procedures. materials Instruction/ paced learning Interview
service
Tools and equipment Procedures for manual Lecture Practical
are cleaned, maintained disposal of application
and stored according to waste materials Materials, (demo)
manufacturers’ tools and
specifications. Routine equipment Direct
cleaning, (shovel, observation
Work outcomes are maintenance digging
reported to the and storage of tools,
supervisor following tools and knives,
established reporting equipment cutters, etc.)
formats.
Report Personal
preparation of protective
work outcomes clothing and
equipment

Unit of Competency:
SUPPORT NURSERY WORK
Modules Title: SUPPORTING NURSERY WORK
Module Descriptor:This module covers the skills and knowledge required to carry
out work in wholesale or retail nurseries while under
supervision. It includes the ability to prepare materials, tools
and equipment for nursery work, undertake nursery work
activities, store and stockpile materials, and clean up on
completion of work. Supporting nursery work requires
knowledge of safe work practices, nursery hygiene and quality
control, nursery plant maintenance activities, basic stock
control procedures, and propagation techniques
Nominal Duration: 54 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for nursery work

LO2. Undertake nursery work as directed
LO3. Store and stockpile materials
LO4. Clean up on completion of nursery work

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 LO1. PREPARE MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FOR NURSERY WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required materials, Types and Materials, Individual self- Written
tools and equipment selection of tools and paced learning examination
are identified materials, equipment
according to lists tools, and (containers, Lecture Interview
provided and/or equipment trays, plastic,
supervisor’s appropriate to soil Practical
instructions. nursery work amendments, application
fertilizer, peat (demo)
Materials, tools and Routine check- moss, pots,
equipment are up of tools and potting Direct
checked and those equipment machine, observation
with insufficient or sprayers, etc.)
faulty items are Manual
reported to the handling Personal
supervisor based on procedures protective
manufacturer’s lists and techniques equipment
and pre-operating
procedures. Personal Service
protective manual
Techniques used equipment and
when loading and occupational Organizational
unloading materials health and manuals
demonstrated correct safety
manual handling and requirements
minimize damage to
the load and the Common OHS
vehicle following farm hazards and its
handling procedures. control

Suitable personal
protective equipment
(PPE) is selected and
checked prior to use
according to job
requirements.

Nursery support is
provided according to
OHS requirements
and workplace
information.

OHS hazards are

identified and reported
to the supervisor
based on OHS
requirements and
company reporting
procedures.

LO2. UNDERTAKE NURSERY WORK AS DIRECTED

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Instructions and Common Learning Demonstration Written
directions are followed nursery work elements examination
and clarified based on Instruction/ Individual self-
supervisor’s Safe work service paced learning Interview
requirements and practices manual
workplace procedures. Lecture Practical
Proper use of Materials, application
Nursery work is nursery tools tools and (demo)
undertaken in a safe and equipment equipment
and environmentally (containers, Direct
appropriate manner Nursery trays, plastic, observation
according to nursery hygiene and soil
guidelines. quality control amendments,
fertilizer, peat
Interactions with other Nursery plant moss, pots,
staff and customers maintenance potting
are carried out in a activities machine,
positive and Propagation sprayers,
professional manner techniques etc.)
as specified in the
employee manual. Environmental Personal
aspects of protective
Workplace hygiene nursery work clothing and
practices, handling and equipment
disposal of materials is OHS legislative
observed following requirements
nursery policy, and codes of
procedures and OHS practice
requirements.
Interpersonal
Problems or difficulties relationships
in completing work to and
required standards or communication
timelines are reported (oral and
to supervisor based on written)
company reporting
procedures.

LO3. STORE AND STOCKPILE MATERIALS

 Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Plant debris and waste Basic stock Learning Demonstration Written
material produced control elements examination
during nursery activities procedures Individual self-
are stored according to Instruction/ paced learning Interview
nursery procedure/ OHS Recycling/ service
procedure. composting manual Lecture Practical
practices and application
Plant debris and waste procedures Tools and (demo)
materials are prepared equipment
and processed in an Proper Direct
appropriate and safe stockpiling of Personal observation
manner according to surplus protective
accepted materials clothing
recycling/composting and
practices and Storage equipment
procedures. practices and
principles for
Surplus materials are materials
stockpiled for removal
according to company Waste
disposition guidelines. materials
management
A clean and safe work
site is maintained while Routine
completing nursery maintenance of
activities following workplace
routine maintenance
procedures.

LO4. CLEAN UP ON COMPLETION OF NURSERY WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Plants and OHS Learning Demonstration Written
materials are Requirements elements examination
stored according to Individual self-
company storage Procedures for Instruction/ paced learning Interview
guidelines and storage of service manual
OHS requirements. plants and Lecture Practical
materials Tools and application
Tools and equipment (demo)
equipment are Routine (containers, trays,
cleaned, cleaning, pots, potting Direct
maintained and maintenance machine, observation
stored according to and storage of sprayers, etc.)
manufacturers’ tools and
specifications. equipment Personal
protective
 Work outcomes are Report clothing and
reported to the preparation of equipment
supervisor following work
established outcomes
reporting formats.

Unit of Competency: SUPPORT AGRONOMIC CROP WORK

Modules Title: SUPPORTING AGRONOMIC CROP WORK
Module Descriptor: This module covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes
required to support agronomic crop work under supervision. It
involves the ability to prepare materials; tools and equipment
for cropping work, undertake cropping activities, handle
materials and equipment, and clean up on completion of work.
Supporting agronomic cropping work includes knowledge of
safe work practices, cropping practices and related tools and
equipment.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for agronomic crop work
LO2. Undertake agronomic crop work as directed
LO3. Handle materials and equipment
LO4. Clean up on completion of cropping work

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. PREPARE MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FOR AGRONOMIC CROP

WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required materials, Types and Tools and Individual self- Written
tools and equipment selection of equipment paced learning examination
are identified materials, (tractor,
according to lists tools, and harrow, Lecture Interview
provided and/or equipment shovel,
supervisor’s appropriate to sprayer, Demonstration
instructions. agronomic harvesting of practical
production equipment, skills
Checking of irrigation
materials, tools and Routine check- equipment, Direct
equipment are up of tools and etc.) observation
conducted with equipment
insufficient or faulty Personal
items reported to the Manual protective
supervisor based on handling equipment
manufacturer’s lists procedures
and pre-operating and Service
procedures. techniques manual

Techniques used Personal Organizational

when loading and protective manuals
unloading materials equipment and
demonstrated occupational
correct manual health and
handling and safety
minimize damage to requirements
the load and the
vehicle following Common OHS
farm handling hazards and
procedures. its control

Suitable personal
protective
equipment (PPE) is
selected and
checked prior to use
according to job
requirements.

Cropping support is
provided according
to OHS
requirements and
according to
workplace
information.

OHS hazards are

identified and
reported to the
supervisor based on
OHS requirements
and company
reporting
procedures.

LO2. UNDERTAKE AGRONOMIC CROP WORK AS DIRECTED

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Instructions and Common The Demonstration Written
directions are followed agronomic crop students/ examination
and clarified based on work trainees Individual self-
supervisor’s must be paced learning Interview
requirements and Safe work provided
workplace procedures. practices in with the Lecture Demonstration
agronomic following: of practical
Cropping work is operation skills
undertaken in a safe Learning
and environmentally Proper use of elements Direct
appropriate manner farm tools and observation
according to equipment Instruction/
enterprise guidelines. Service
Cropping manual
Interactions with other practices
staff and customers Tools and
are carried out in a Procedures for equipment
positive and land (tractor,
professional manner preparation, harrow,
as specified in the seeding, crop shovel,
employee manual. maintenance, sprayer,
fertilization, harvesting
Workplace practices, loading and equipment,
handling and disposal unloading, irrigation
of materials is harvesting/ equipment,
observed following picking, baling, etc.)
enterprise policy and raking, sorting
procedures. and packing of Personal
agronomic protective
Problems or difficulties crops clothing
in completing work to and
required standards or Planting, equipment
timelines are reported picking,
to supervisor based on packing,
company reporting loading and
procedures. transporting
techniques for
agronomic
crops

Environmental
aspects of
agronomic crop
work

Interpersonal
relationships
and
communication
(oral and
written)

LO3. HANDLE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

 Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Waste material Proper Learning Demonstration Written
produced during use/handling of elements examination
cropping work is materials and Individual self-
stored in a designated equipment Instruction/ paced learning Interview
area according to service
workplace Storage manual Lecture Demonstration
procedure/OHS practices and of practical
procedure. principles for Materials, skills
materials and tools and
Materials, equipment equipment equipment Direct
and machinery are (tractor, observation
handled and Waste harrow,
transported according materials shovel,
to enterprise management sprayer,
guidelines. harvesting
Routine equipment,
A clean and safe work maintenance of irrigation
site is maintained sheds and equipment,
while completing other etc.)
cropping activities in workplaces
accordance with OHS Personal
procedures. Repair and protective
maintenance of clothing
structures and
equipment
Occupational
health and
safety
procedures

LO4. CLEAN UP ON COMPLETION OF CROPPING WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Materials are returned Procedures for Learning Demonstration Written
to store or disposed of storage of elements examination
according to company excess Individual self-
standard procedures. materials Instruction/ paced learning Interview
service
Tools and equipment Procedures for manual Lecture Demonstration
are cleaned, disposal of of practical
maintained and stored waste Materials, skills
according to materials tools and
manufacturers’ equipment Direct
specifications. Routine (tractor, observation
cleaning, harrow,
Work outcomes are maintenance shovel,
reported to the and storage of sprayer,
 supervisor following tools and harvesting
established reporting equipment equipment,
formats. irrigation
Report equipment,
preparation of etc.)
work outcomes
Personal
protective
clothing and
equipment

Unit of Competency:
SUPPORT IRRIGATION WORK
Modules Title: SUPPORTING IRRIGATION WORK
Module Descriptor:This module covers the skills and knowledge required to
support the installation, operation and maintenance of watering
and drainage systems under direct supervision. It includes the
ability to prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation
work, undertake irrigation activities, handle materials and
equipment, and clean up on completion of work. Supporting
irrigation work requires knowledge of safe work practices,
irrigation work techniques, irrigation tools and equipment, and
repair and maintenance of irrigation components and systems.
Nominal Duration: 3 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module the student trainees must be able to:

LO1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work

LO2. Undertake irrigation work as directed
LO3. Handle materials and equipment
LO4. Clean up on completion of irrigation activities

DETAILS OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. PREPARE MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT FOR IRRIGATION WORK

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Required materials, Types and Materials, Individual self- Written
tools and selection of tools and paced examination
equipment are materials, tools, equipment Learning
identified according and equipment (pumps, Interview
to lists provided sprinklers, Lecture
and/or supervisor’s Routine check- pipe, drip line, Demonstration
instructions. up of tools and valves, filters, of practical
equipment sprays, water skills
Checking of reels, etc.)
materials, tools and Different Direct
equipment are irrigation Personal observation
conducted with systems and protective
insufficient or faulty components equipment
items reported to
the supervisor Personal Service
based on protective manual
manufacturer’s lists equipment and
and pre-operating occupational Organizational
procedures. health and manuals
safety
Techniques used requirements
when loading and
unloading materials OHS hazards/
demonstrate general OH & S
correct manual principles and
handling and legislation
minimize damage
to the load and the Accident/hazard
vehicle following reporting
material and procedures
equipment handling
procedures.

Suitable personal
protective
equipment (PPE) is
selected and
checked prior to
use according to
job requirements.

Irrigation support is
provided according
to OHS
requirements and
according to
workplace
information.

OHS hazards are

identified and
reported to the
supervisor based
on OHS
requirements and
company reporting
procedures.

LO2. UNDERTAKE IRRIGATION WORK AS DIRECTED

 Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Instructions and Safe work Learning Demonstration Written
directions are followed practices elements examination
and clarified based on Individual self-
supervisor’s Basic irrigation Instruction/ paced Interview
requirements and principles and service Learning
workplace procedures. practices manual Demonstration
Lecture of practical
Irrigation work is Basic Materials, skills
undertaken in a safe construction tools and
and environmentally techniques equipment Direct
appropriate manner (pumps, observation
according to Irrigation tools sprinklers,
enterprise guidelines. and equipment pipe, drip
line, valves,
Interactions with other Installation of filters,
staff and customers irrigation and/or sprays,
are carried out in a drainage pipes water reels,
positive and etc.)
professional manner Environmental
as specified in the aspects of Personal
employee manual. irrigation work protective
clothing
Irrigation work Repair and and
practices, handling maintenance of equipment
and disposal of irrigation
materials is observed components
following engineering and systems
and enterprise policy
and procedures. Interpersonal
relationships
Problems or difficulties and
in completing work to communication
required standards or (oral and
timelines are reported written)
to supervisor based on
company reporting
procedures.

LO3. HANDLE MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Assessment Assessment
Contents Conditions Methodologies
Criteria Methods
Waste material Proper Learning Demonstration Written
and debris use/handling elements examination
produced during of materials Individual self-
irrigation work is and equipment Instruction/service paced Interview
stored in a manual Learning
designated area Storage Demonstration
according to practices and Materials, tools Lecture of practical
workplace principles for and equipment skills
procedure/OHS materials and (pumps,
procedure. equipment sprinklers, pipe, Direct
drip line, valves, observation
Materials, Waste filters, sprays,
equipment and materials water reels, etc.)
machinery are storage and
handled and disposition Personal
transported protective clothing
according to Routine and equipment
enterprise maintenance
guidelines. of irrigation
and/or
A clean and safe drainage
work site is systems and
maintained while components
undertaking
irrigation Repair,
activities in maintenance,
accordance with and storage of
OHS procedures. infrastructures,
materials,
tools and
equipment

LO4. CLEAN UP ON COMPLETION OF IRRIGATION ACTIVITIES

Assessment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies
Methods
Materials are returned Procedures for Learning Demonstration Written
to store or disposed of storage of elements examination
according to company excess Individual self-
standard procedures materials Instruction/ paced Interview
and supervisor’s service Learning
instructions. Procedures for manual Demonstration
disposal of Lecture of practical
Tools and equipment waste materials Materials, skills
are cleaned, tools and
maintained and stored Routine equipment Direct
according to cleaning, (pumps, observation
manufacturers’ maintenance sprinklers,
specifications and and storage of pipe, drip
supervisors’ tools and line, valves,
instructions. equipment filters,
sprays,
Site is made good Environmental water reels,
according to requirements etc.)
supervisor’s relative to
instructions and good irrigation Personal
environmental protective
practices. Report clothing
preparation of and
Work outcomes are work outcomes equipment
reported to the
supervisor following Accident/hazard
established reporting reporting
formats. procedures