QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY

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1 QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function OS are performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding Cont act Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India, 6th Floor, Building No. 10, GNG Tower, Sector 44, Gurgaon Haryana T: ceo@asci-india.com Contents 1. Introduction and Conact. [1] 2. Qualificaiton Pack [2] 3. Glossary of key terms.. [3] 4. OS Units.. [5] 5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS [37] 6. Assessment Criteria [39] Qualifications Pack Tea Plantation Worker SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED SUB-SECTOR: Agriculture Crop Production OCCUPATION: Plantation Crop Cultivation REFERENCE ID: AGR / Q0502 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2015/0501 Introduction Tea Plantation Worker: The person is responsible to work in the Tea plantation on a given piece of land right from nursery preparation to harvesting and storage. He works under the direct monitoring by the supervisor and works based on the instructions of the supervisor. Brief Job Description:The person is responsible for carrying out the ground level activities involved in a tea plantation right from nursery preparation to harvesting and storage. Personal Attributes: The tea plantation worker should be hardworking, laborious and must have the ability to demonstrate practical routine skills. The individual should also be able to demonstrate skills to use various tools in the tea plantation.

2 Job Details Qualifications Pack For Tea Plantation Worker Qualifications Pack Code Job Role AGR/ Q0502 Tea Plantation Worker Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21 NSQC Clearance on 18/06/2015 Job Role Tea Plantation Worker Role Description NSQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications Training (Suggested but not mandatory) Minimum Job Entry Age Experience The person is responsible for carrying out the ground level activities involved in a tea plantation right from nursery preparation to harvesting and storage. 2 No Entry Level Barrier; 5 th Standard Pass Preferable Not Applicable OJT 17 years One year prior experience in field (crop) operations Compulsory: Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) 1. AGR/N Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation 2. AGR/N Land preparation and Transplanting in Tea Plantation 3. AGR/N Integrated Nutrient Management(scientific word) in Tea Plantation 4. AGR/N Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation 5. AGR/N Integrated Pest and Disease Management(scientific word) in Tea Plantation 6. AGR/N Irrigation in Tea Plantation 7. AGR/N Harvesting in Tea Plantation 8. AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

3 Definitions Qualifications Pack For Tea Plantation Worker Keywords /Terms Sector Sub-sector Occupation Function Job Role OS Performance Criteria NOS Qualifications Pack Code Qualifications Pack Unit Code Unit Title Description Knowledge and Understanding Organizational Context Technical Knowledge Core Skills or Generic Skills Vertical Cultivar Description Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organization. OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications pack. Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code. Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an N. Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain areas or the client industries served by the industry Is Cultivated Variety. To propagate true-to-type clones, many cultivars must be propagated vegetatively through cuttings, grafting, and even tissue culture. Propagation by seed usually produces something different than the

4 Acronyms Qualifications Pack For Tea Plantation Worker Seed Material Tilth FYM INM Keywords /Terms OJT OS NOS NSQF Agr IPM INM FYM parent plant. Sexually or vegetatively propagated planting materials which are used for seeding and planting. Physical condition of soil, especially in relation to its suitability for planting or growing a crop. Farm Yard Manure. Farmyard manure refers to the decomposed mixture of dung and urine of farm animals along with litter and left over material from roughages or fodder fed to the cattle. Integrated Nutrient Management is a practice where all sources of nutrients namely organic, inorganic (chemical fertilizer), Biofertilizer can be combined and applied to soils so that crop growth is enhanced and we can get good yield with quality product. Description On Job Training Occupation Standard National Occupation Standard National Skills Qualification Framework Agriculture Integrated Pest Management Integrated Nutrient Management Farm Yard Manure

5 AGR/N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Nursery Bed Preparation for Tea Plantation Worker.

6 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR / N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation This OS is for a Tea Plantation Worker who is responsible for nursery bed preparation. This unit/task covers the following: Nursery Bed Preparation Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Nursery Bed Preparation Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. mix sand and soil (preparation of soil) PC2. prepare poly bags PC3. prepare nucleus areas for obtaining VP (vegetative propagation) cuttings PC4. sow seedsor vegetative clonal propagation PC5. prepare cuttings for raising nursery PC6. harden the seedling or cuttingsbefore taking to field for planting PC7. understand and perform organic method of nursery cultivation The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Various climatic parameters such as maximum and minimum temperatures, intensity and distribution of precipitation (rainfall), relative humidity etc., KB2. Pest and Diseases specific to a given agro climatic region, the life cycles of these pests and diseases and the sources of infection KB3. Biotic and abiotic stress factors of tea plantation (in terms of temperature fluctuations, dry spells, heavy downpour during critical stages etc.,) KB4. Practices of nursery preparation KB5. Pest and Disease control in Nurseries KB6. Organic method of nursery cultivation Writing Skills SA1. Write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate

7 AGR/N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation SA2. Collect / compile data for record Maintenance SA3. Report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills SA4. Read and understand instructions / labels about the use of seeds, manure/fertilizer, irrigation equipment, etc. SA5. Read and understand the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of pesticides Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA6. Maintain effective working relationships SA7. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA8. Seek advice from seniors B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking SB5. maintain the material and equipment required for nursery bed preparation Critical Thinking SB6. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

8 AGR/N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0508 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

9 AGR/N0509 Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Land preparation and Transplantation intea plantation.

10 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0509 Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR / N0509 Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation This OS is for a Tea Plantation Worker who is responsible for preparing the field and transplanting through appropriate methods. This unit/task covers the following: Land Preparation Seedling / Cutting Transplantation Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Land Preparation To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. clean the field for planting of new tea plants after rehabilitation by green crop PC2. level the field through mechanical and manual means after ploughing & subsoiling PC3. construct drains PC4. layout of the field PC5. prepare field for planting Seedling / Cutting To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: Transplantation PC6. put out stakes (markers) for planting pits PC7. making pits for planting PC8. apply planting manure as per recommendation PC9. plant tea plants PC10. plant shade trees at suitable recommended distances PC11. perform mulching & required field practices PC12. control weeds PC13. infilling vacancy Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work

11 AGR/N0509 B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Methods and components of land preparation KB2. Based on the soil type, various methods of land preparation to maintain soil tilth KB3. Various farm machinery available and their utility to maintain soil tilth and health KB4. Challenges in transplanting KB5. Space maintenance and transplanting and the influence on the crop yield Writing Skills B. Professional Skills Decision Making SA1. Write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate SA2. Data collection / compilation for record Maintenance SA3. Report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills SA4. Read and understand instructions / labels about the use of seeds, manure/fertilizer, irrigation equipment, etc. Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA5. Maintain effective working relationships SA6. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA7. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA8. Seek advice from seniors SB1. Make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. Deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking

12 AGR/N0509 Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation SB5. Maintain the material and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation Critical Thinking SB6. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

13 AGR/N0509 Land preparation and Transplantation in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0509 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

14 AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) as per the instructions of the supervisor in Tea cultivation.

15 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/ N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation This OS is for a tea plantation worker who is responsible for Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) as per instruction of the supervisor in Tea Plantation. This unit/task covers the following: Soil Sampling and Testing Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers Weed control Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Soil Sampling and Testing Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. take soil as per the recommended sampling procedure from the field (v/z/w shape) PC2. dry the soil and prepare samples as per procedure PC3. pack and label the soil sample for submission to nearby soil testing laboratory for analysis PC4. amend soil as per need under management guidance & recommendation To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC5. apply the fym to the soil as per recommended dosage and procedure before planting and during crop cultivation (if required) PC6. adopt various cultural practices that enhances the soil nutrient status for the benefit of crop stand PC7. apply recommended dose of manure and bio-fertilizers as ground application PC8. apply micro-nutrients by foliar spray as per the recommendation Weed Control To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC9. take up weed control as per recommendation PC10. remove rogue infected plant/ plant parts PC11. perform weeding manually / herbicides as per the recommendations and instructions Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support

16 AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) C. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Various procedures of soil sampling KB2. Various soil amendments KB3. Soil types, their advantages and disadvantages in the light of tea cultivation with reference to the nutrient status KB4. Appropriate methods of application of various fertilizers and micro nutrients KB5. Application timing in a day KB6. Time of application in the crop life cycle KB7. Use and methods of plant growth regulators KB8. Methods of Weed Control KB9. Critical Stages of weed control Writing Skills D. Professional Skills Decision Making SA1. write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate SA2. collect / compile data for record maintenance SA3. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills SA4. Read and understand instructions / labels about the use of seeds, manure/fertilizer, irrigation equipment, etc. Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA5. Maintain effective working relationships SA6. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA7. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA8. Seek advice from seniors SB1. Make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity

17 AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. Deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking SB5. Maintain the material and equipment required for Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) Critical Thinking SB6. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

18 AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0510 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

19 AGR/N0511 Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation.

20 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0511 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation AGR / N0511 Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation This OS is for a Tea Plantation Worker who is responsible for Training and Pruning. This unit/task covers the following: Training and Pruning Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Training and Pruning To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. undertake centering (or decentring as it is commonly called) (this promotes the growth of auxiliary buds and lateral branches are formed). PC2. train growing branches by two stage tipping for further lateral branch formation, good spread and establishment of plucking surface PC3. take up formative pruning for young tea plant as per pruning cycle PC4. take up Table formation for bushes PC5. bring planted area in the Pruning Cycle to keep the bushes continuously under vegetative stage Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Methods and Procedure of Training and Pruning Writing Skills SA1. Write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate SA2. Collect / compile data for record maintenance SA3. Report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills

21 AGR/N0511 Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation SA4. Read and understand instructions / labels about the use of seeds, manure/fertilizer, irrigation equipment, etc. Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) B. Professional Skills Decision Making SA5. Maintain effective working relationships SA6. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA7. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA8. Seek advice from seniors SB1. Make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. Deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking SB5. Maintain the material and equipment required for training and pruning Critical Thinking SB6. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

22 AGR/N0511 Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0511 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

23 AGR/N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) as per the instruction of the supervisor

24 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0512 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation AGR / N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation This OS is for a Tea Plantation Worker who is responsible for carrying out pest and disease management (scientific word) as per the instruction of the supervisor This unit/task covers the following: Identification of pests and understanding behaviour Identification of diseases Preventive and curative methods Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Identification Of Pests And Understanding Behavior Identification Of Diseases Preventive And Curative Methods Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. identify signs and symptoms of damage PC2. identify behavior of the pest (like diurnal or nocturnal, egg laying behavior, attraction to coloursetc) PC3. identify natural enemies of the pests PC4. identify soil pathogen and nematode problems in the soil PC5. use bio product for soil application to control soil insects, diseases and nematode PC6. identify signs and symptoms of different diseases PC7. identify mode of transmission (implements, vectors, water, rain, wind) PC8. take up chemical and non-chemical approaches to pest and disease control The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Major pests and diseases and their behaviour KB2. Operations (cultural operations) and their impact on pest incidence KB3. Preparing various biopestcides KB4. Record keeping system

25 AGR/N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation KB5. Soil pathogen and Nematode problems KB6. Safety measures and first aid KB7. Handling tools and equipment Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SA1. The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate SA2. Data collection / compilation for record Maintenance SA3. Report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills B. Professional Skills Decision Making SA4. Read and understand instructions / labels about the use of seeds, manure/fertilizer, pesticides irrigation equipment, etc. SA5. Read and understand the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of pesticides Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA6. Maintain effective working relationships SA7. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA8. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA9. Seek advice from seniors SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking

26 AGR/N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation SB5. maintain the material and equipment required for Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) Critical Thinking SB6. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

27 AGR/N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0512 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

28 AGR/N0513 Irrigation in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Irrigation in Tea Plantation.

29 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0513 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR / N0513 Irrigation in Tea Plantation Irrigation in Tea Plantation This OS is for a tea plantation worker who is responsible for Irrigation This unit/task covers the following: Irrigation and Drainage Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Performance Criteria Irrigation and To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: Drainage PC1. irrigate based on the soil type and land slope and as per the recommendations / instruction of the supervisor PC2. maintain drainage system by regular cleaning and weeding Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: KB1. Interaction affects of the soil type, level of the land and water availability on the crop growth and its yield KB2. technologies in tea irrigation such as drip, sprinkler system KB3. Timing and method of irrigation and drainage appropriate for a given soil type and climatic condition Writing Skills SA1. write and possess basic writing skills in order to communicate SA2. data collection / compilation for record Maintenance SA3. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills SA4. read articles related to tea plantation

30 AGR/N0513 Irrigation in Tea Plantation Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) B. Professional Skills Decision Making SA5. Maintain effective working relationships SA6. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA7. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA8. Seek advice from seniors SB1. Make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. deal with others workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking SB5. maintain the material and equipment required for irrigation Critical Thinking SB6. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

31 AGR/N0513 Irrigation in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N0513 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

32 AGR/N0514 Harvesting in Tea Plantation National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about dealing with Harvesting in Tea Plantation.

33 National Occupational Standard AGR/N0514 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR / N0514 Harvesting in Tea Plantation Harvesting in Tea Plantation This OS is for a Tea Plantation Worker who is responsible for Harvesting. This unit/task covers the following: Harvesting Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Harvesting Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. leaf plucking at appropriate stage PC2. perform periodical harvesting The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Ideal stage of harvesting KB2. Methods to avoid losses during harvest Writing Skills SA1. Write and possess basic writing skills (preferable) in order to communicate SA2. Collect / compile data for record Maintenance SA3. Report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner Reading Skills SA4. Read about best practices in harvesting & post-harvesting Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

34 AGR/N0514 Harvesting in Tea Plantation SA5. Maintain effective working relationships SA6. Communicate clearly and effectively with others workers and supervisors SA7. Co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures SA8. Understand information and grasp its meaning SA9. Seek advice from seniors B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. Make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work for any issues which is instant Plan and Organize SB2. plan different field operations to be undertaken Customer Centricity SB3. manage relationships with co-workers and other farmers Problem Solving SB4. Deal with other workers lacking the technical knowledge for tea plantation to solve the operational problems on their own Analytical Thinking SB5. Maintain the material and equipment required harvesting and post harvest practices Critical Thinking SB6. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

35 AGR/N0514 Harvesting in Tea Plantation NOS Version Control AGR / N0514 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

36 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace National Occupational Standard Overview This unit is about maintaining health & safety of self and others at the workplace.

37 National Occupational Standard AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace Unit Code AGR / N 9903 Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace This OS is for the cultivator who is responsible for maintaining health and safety of self and others co workers at workplace This unit/task covers the following: Maintain a clean & efficient workplace Render appropriate emergency procedures Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Maintaining clean and efficient workplace Render appropriate emergency procedures Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual must be able to: PC1. undertake basic safety checks before operation of all machinery and vehicles and hazards are reported to the appropriate supervisor PC2. work for which protective clothing or equipment is required is identified and the appropriate protective clothing or equipment is used in performing these duties in accordance with workplace policy. PC3. read and understand the hazards of use and contamination mentioned on the labels of pesticides/fumigants etc PC4. assess risks prior to performing manual handling jobs, and work according to currently recommended safe practice. PC5. use equipment and materials safely and correctly and return the same to designated storage when not in use PC6. dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area PC7. recognise risks to bystanders and take action to reduce risk associated with jobs in the workplace PC8. perform your work in a manner which minimizes environmental damage all procedures and work instructions for controlling risk are followed closely. PC9. report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to an appropriate person and take necessary immediate action to reduce further danger. To be competent, the individual must be able to: PC10. follow procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies, including communicating location and directions to emergency. PC11. follow emergency procedures to company standard / workplace requirements PC12. use emergency equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and workplace requirements PC13. provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance with recognized first aid techniques PC14. recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test, refurbish, replace and store the first

38 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace aid equipment as appropriate PC15. report details of first aid administered in accordance with workplace procedures. Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. personal hygiene and fitness requirements KB2. your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation KB3. what personal protective equipment and clothing should be worn and how it is cared for KB4. the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment required for your work KB5. the importance of good housekeeping in the workplace KB6. safe disposal methods for waste KB7. methods for minimizing environmental damage during work KB8. the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control those risks in your area of work KB9. workplace procedures and requirements for the treatment of workplace injuries/illnesses. KB10. basic emergency first aid procedure KB11. local emergency services KB12. why accidents, incidents and problems should be reported and the appropriate action to take Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner SA3. write descriptions and details about incidents in reports Reading Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. read instruction manual for hand tool and equipments

39 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. comprehends information shared by senior people and experts B. Professional Skills Decision Making The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make decisions pertaining to types of tools to be used SB2. identify need of first aid and render it accordingly Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. schedule daily activities and drawing up priorities; allocate start times, estimation of completion times and materials, equipment and assistance required for completion. Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. manage relationships with co-workers and managers of the who may be stressed, frustrated, confused or angry Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. Identify problems immediately and takeup solutions quickly to resolve delays Analytical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment SB7. assess situation & identify appropriate control measures Critical Thinking SB8. take up one s own learning

40 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR / N9903 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 14/06/21

41 Qualification Pack For Tea Plantation Worker Annexure Nomenclature for QP and NOS Qualifications Pack 9 characters [ABC]/ Q 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] Q denoting Qualifications Pack QP number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Occupational Standard An example of NOS with N 9 characters [ABC] / N 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] N denoting National Occupational Standard OS number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Back to top

42 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above: Sub-sector Range of Occupation numbers Agriculture Crop Production Dairying Poultry Animal Husbandry Fisheries Agriculture Allied Activities Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy Management Agriculture Industries Generic Occupations Sequence Description Example Three letters Industry name AGR Slash / / Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q or N Next two numbers Occupation code 01 Next two numbers OS number 01 Note: The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and future occupations in a segment Occupation numbers from have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any emerging segment in future.

43 Qualification Pack For Tea Plantation Worker CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES Job Role Tea Plantation Worker Qualification Pack AGR/Q0502 Sector Skill Council Agriculture Guidelines for Assessment: 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC. 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC. 3. Assessment will be conducted for all compulsory NOS, and where applicable, on the selected elective/option NOS/set of NOS. 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below). 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criterion. 5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks to successfully clear the assessment. 6. In case of unsuccessful completion, the trainee may seek reassessment on the Qualification Pack. Assessment outcomes 1.AGR/N0508 Nursery Bed Preparation in Tea Plantation 2.AGR/N0509 Land preparation and Transplanting in Tea Assessment Criteria for outcomes PC1. Mix sand and soil (Preparation of Soil) Total Mark (500) Out Of Theory 50 Marks Allocation Skills Practical PC2. Prepare poly bags PC3.Prepare Nucleus areas for obtaining VP (vegetative propagation) cuttings PC4. Sow seeds or vegetative clonal propagation PC5. Prepare cuttings for raising nursery PC6. Harden the seedling or cuttings before taking to field for planting PC1. Clean the field for planting of new tea plants after rehabilitation by green crop PC2. Level the field through mechanical and manual means after ploughing& sub-soiling

44 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace Plantation PC3. onstruct drains PC4. Layout of the field PC5. Prepare field for planting PC6. Put out stakes (markers) for planting pits PC7. Making Pits for planting PC8. Apply planting manure as per recommendation PC9. Plant tea plants PC10. Plant shade trees at suitable recommended distances PC11. Perform mulching & required field practices PC12. Control weeds PC13. Infilling vacancy AGR/N0510 Integrated Nutrient Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation PC1. Take soil as per the recommended sampling procedure from the field (V/Z/W shape) PC2. Dry the soil and prepare samples as per procedure PC3. Pack and label the soil sample for submission to nearby soil testing laboratory for analysis PC4. Amend soil as per need under management guidance & recommendation PC5. Apply the FYM to the soil as per recommended dosage and procedure before planting and during crop cultivation (if required) PC6. Adopt various cultural practices that enhances the soil nutrient status for the benefit of crop stand PC7. Apply recommended dose of manure and fertilizers as ground application PC8. Apply micro-nutrients by foliar spray as per the recommendation

45 AGR/N9903 Maintain Health & Safety at the workplace PC9. Take up Weed control as per recommendation PC10. Remove rogue infected plant/ plant parts PC11. Perform weeding manually / herbicides as per the recommendations and instructions AGR/N0511 Training and Pruning in Tea Plantation PC1.Undertake centering (or decentring as it is commonly called) (this promotes the growth of auxiliary buds and lateral branches are formed). PC2.Train growing branches by two stage tipping for further lateral branch formation, good spread and establishment of plucking surface PC3.Take up formative pruning for young tea plant as per pruning cycle PC4.Take up Table formation for bushes PC5.Bring planted area in the Pruning Cycle to keep the bushes continuously under vegetative stage AGR/N0512 Integrated Pest and Disease Management (scientific word) in Tea Plantation PC1.Identify signs and symptoms of damage PC2.Identify behavior of the pest (like diurnal or nocturnal, egg laying behavior, attraction to coloursetc) PC3.Identify natural enemies of the pests PC4.Identify signs and symptoms of different diseases PC5.Identify mode of transmission (implements, vectors, water, rain, wind) PC6.Take up chemical and non-chemical approaches to pest and disease control