QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED
INDUSTRY
Contents
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
1. Introduction and Contact
1
2. Qualificaiton Pack
2
3. Glossary of Key Terms
3
4. OS Units
5
5. Nomenclature for QP and NOS
Introduction
Qualifications
alifications Pack
Pack- Friends of Coconut Tree
SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED
OS are
performance
standards that
individuals must
achieve when
carrying out
functions in the
workplace,
together with
specifications of
the underpinning
knowledge and
understanding
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SUB-SECTOR:
SECTOR: Agriculture Crop Production
OCCUPATION: Plantation Crop Cultivation
REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q0504
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/NIL
Friend of Coconut Tree – The person has a responsibility to work in coconut gardens as
harvester of coconuts and apprises farmers on coconut crop management. He is
basically involved in climbing palms, identification and harvesting of nuts of
appropriate age group and apprises coconut farmers on coconut cultivation practices
including
ding pest and disease management.
Brief Job description – The person has to climb coconut palms with the help of a
climbing machine. He has to identify tender/mature nuts, harvest it and handle them
with care and also clean the crown of the coconut palms. He should be able to
identify the type of pests and diseases of coconut and apprise and help farmers to
adopt Integrated pests and disease management practices. He will look into various
aspects of coconut crop management and should be able to apprise farmers
far
regarding needed improvement.
Personal Attributes - The job requires individual to have: manual & finger dexterity,
good eye sight attention to details, physical, metals & mechanical ability, hand
steadiness & stamina to work for long hours
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Qualifications Pack For Friends of Coconut Tree
AGR / Q0504
Qualifications Pack Code
Job Details
Job Role
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
Friends of Coconut Tree
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Plantation Crop Cultivation
Next review date
17/11/15
Job Role
Role Description
NSQF level
Minimum Educational Qualifications
Maximum Educational Qualifications
Training
Experience
Applicable National Occupational
Standards (NOS)
Friends of coconut tree
(Coconut palm climber, Coconut palm care taker, Nariyal pade ka
dhosth)
The person has a responsibility to work in coconut gardens as
harvester of coconut and as advisor on coconut crop
management. He is basically involved in climbing palms,
identification and harvesting of nuts of appropriate age group and
advice coconut farmers on coconut cultivation practices including
pest and disease management.
3
No entry barrier, 5th Standard passed preferable
Not applicable
Not Mandatory
Prefereable with a background of coconut cultivation or palm
climbing, but not mandatory
Compulsory:
1. AGR / N 0521 – Coconut palm climbing using climbing
machine
2. AGR / N 0522 – Identification and harvesting of
tender/mature nuts
3. AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut
cultivation
4. AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in
coconut cultivation
5. AGR / N 0519 – Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm
Cultivation
6. AGR/N9903 Health and safety at the workplace
Optional:
Not Applicable
Performance Criteria
As described in the relevant OS units
Qualifications Pack For Friends of Coconut Tree
Keywords /Terms
Definitions
Sector
Sub-sector
Occupation
Function
Job Role
Operational
Standard (OS)
Performance
Criteria
National
Occupational
Standard (NOS)
Qualifications Pack
Code
Qualifications Pack
Unit Code
Unit Title
Description
Knowledge and
Understanding
Organizational
Context
Technical
Knowledge
Core Skills or
Generic Skills
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.
Qualifications Pack For Friends of Coconut Tree
Vertical
Keywords /Terms
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 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.
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.
Fertigation is the application of fertilizers, soil amendments, or other water soluble
products through an irrigation system.
Description
OJT
On Job Training
OS
Occupational Standards
NOS
National Occupational Standards
NVEQF
National Vocational Education and Qualification Framework
Agr
Agriculture
MIS
Micro Irrigation System
IPM
Integrated Pest Management
INM
Integrated Nutrient Management
FYM
Farm Yard Manure
FoCT
Friends of Coconut Tree
Cultivar
Seed Material
Tilth
Farm Yard Manure
(FYM)
Acronyms
Integrated
Nutrient
Management
(INM)
Fertigation
AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit deals with climbing coconut palms using a climbing machine
AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0521
Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
This OS is for a FoCT who has a responsibility to climb coconut palms using a climbing
machine
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
•
Study the working mechanism of the climbing machine
Practice climbing on palms
First aid and other safety measures
Social security
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Study the working
mechanism of the
climbing machine
Practice climbing on
palms
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.1 identify different parts of the machine
PC.2 prepare the machine by adjusting size of the wire according to the width of the
palm
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.3
PC.4
PC.5
PC.6
develop skills to climb palms of height up to 15 feet on 1st day
develop skills to climb palms of height up to 25 feet on 2nd day
develop skills to climb palms of height up to 35 feet on 3rd day
develop skills to climb palms of height up to 40 feet on 4th day
Fitness, First aid and
other safety
measures
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
Social security and
thrift management
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.7
PC.8
treat wounds, injuries, bees and wasp attacks, fractures etc
practice yoga, breathing exercises, free hand exercises
PC.9 get acquainted with health/medical/life insurance envisaged for neera technician
PC.10 learn banking aspects such as how to start a savings account, systematic savings
and investment
PC.11 learn & do book keeping
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Agro-climatic
Condition
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. various climatic parameters such as maximum and minimum temperatures,
AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
intensity and distribution of precipitation (rainfall), relative humidity etc.,
KA2. pest and diseases specific to a given agro climatic region, the life cycles of these
pests and diseases and the sources of infection
B. Characteristics of
cultivars
C. Healthy and
Safety issues
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. morphological character of varieties
KB2. yield of the variety
KB3. resistance and susceptibility to various pests and diseases
KB4. identification of seed garden, mother palm seed nuts and quality seedlings
KB5. general concept about hybridization of dwarf * tall
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. uses and harmful effects of various pesticides
KC2. safe methods of handling the pesticides
KC3. first aid to the exposure of humans to harmful effects of pesticides
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut plantation
through proper communication
SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
product information sheets
SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets
SA4. read the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of pesticides
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5.
SA6.
SA7.
SA8.
B. Professional Skills
maintain effective relationships with farmers & extension workers etc
communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
understand information and grasp its meaning
seek advice from senior people, extension workers & experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following workplace procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic principles
AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4.
SB5.
plan and organize experience sharing occations amoung fellow workers
organize meeting of farmer groups if necessary
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB7. make use of exposure visit
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers, farmer and farmer groups
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
Theindividual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative / innovative solutions to resolve delays in case of emergencies
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. Monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
seednut collection and seedling production
Critical Thinking
Theindividual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB14. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
SB15. Take up his own working and learning
AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
AGR / N 0521
TBD
Version number
1.0
Industry
Agriculture & Allied
21/10/14
Industry Sub-sector
Agriculture Crop Production
Occupation
Plantation Crop Cultivation
Drafted on
Last reviewed
on
Next review
date
17/11/14
17/11/15
AGR/ N 0522
Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
AGR/ N 0522
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
AGR / N 0522
Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
This OS is for a FoCT who has a responsibility to identify tender and mature coconuts
and harvest it from the palm in appropriate manner.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
Identification of growth stages of coconut
Harvesting of mature nuts and tender nuts
Storage and Post harvest management
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Identification of
growth stages of
coconut
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.1 distinguish between tender and mature nuts just by its appearance.
Harvesting of
mature nuts and
tender nuts
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
Storage and Post
harvest management
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.2 harvest tender and mature coconuts which have reached an appropriate stage,
and allowing the rest of the nuts for harvesting in the next harvest
PC.3 handle tender and mature nuts properly so that it does not get damaged.
PC.4 harvest the crop at the appropriate time as per the variety (tall/dwarf/hybrid) and
purpose (culinary/copra making/seed nut etc)
PC.5 arrange the harvested nuts in heaps under shade for a few days since the stored
nuts are easy to de-husk
PC.6 do the required post harvest management depending upon the purpose of the use
of nuts
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Harvesting
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. various methods of harvesting
KA2. precautions to be taken while handling the nuts during harvest
KA3. advantages of grading/purpose of use (at the time of harvesting ) in the price
determination
KA4. influence of crop stage of harvesting and method of harvesting, on the keeping
quality of the nuts and the affect on storage losses
AGR/ N 0522
B. Storage
C. Post Harvest
Handling
Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. use various methods of storage and their influence on the nut quality, processing
and on the health on the consumer
KB2. take up various methods of storage and their cost dynamics
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. advantages and challenges of latest developments (both institutional and
technical) on the keeping quality, processing and value addition.
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut cultivation and
processing by reading the newspaper and magazines
SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures and pamphlets
SA3. read the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of pesticides
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional
Skills
SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts
SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA7. seek advice from seniors and experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following various procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB4. plan and organize collective harvesting and plant protection operations
WorkshopCentricity
AGR/ N 0522
Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB6. attend refresher training
SB7. make use of exposure visit
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers, farmers, experts and technicians
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative / innovative solutions to resolve delays especially in the case
of emergencies
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for climbing
and harvesting
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB14. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
SB15. take up his own working and learning
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N 0522
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is deals with Integrated Nutrient Management of coconut palms.
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0517
Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut palm Cultivation
This OS is about taking care of coconut palms at various stages of their growth by the
application of manure, fertilizers & nutrients.
This unit/task covers the following:
• Soil Sampling
• Testing for macro and micro nutrient analysis
• Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilisers
• Weed Management
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Soil Sampling
Testing For Macro
And Micro Nutrient
Analysis
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.1 take soil sample as per the recommended sampling procedure from the field
PC.2 dry the soil and prepare samples as per procedure
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.3 pack, label and submit to nearby soil testing laboratory for analysis
PC.4 collect the soil analysis report from the lab
PC.5 collect the recommended organic and inorganic fertilizer dosage from
agriculture department based on the soil analysis report.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
Application of
Organic and Inorganic
Fertilizers
PC.6 regular manuring from the first year of planting is essential to achieve higher
productivity.
PC.7 apply the manure to the soil as per recommended dosage and procedure
PC.8 ascertain green manure/ eco-friendly botanicals/biofertliser that can be
applied
PC.9 adopt various cultural practices that enhances the soil nutrient status for the
benefit of coconut crop stand
PC.10 apply fertilizers for macro and micro nutrients as per the recommended
dosage, timing, placement locations and method of application
Weed Management
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.11 take up weed control as per recommendation
PC.12 remove rogue infected plant/ plant parts
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
A. Soil Sampling and
Testing
B. Soil Type and
Nutrient Status
C. Procedures of
fertilizer / micro
nutrient
application
D. Weed
Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. importance of soil testing & judicious use of fertilizers
KA2. various procedures of soil sampling
KA3. soil testing laboratories and various nutrients (macro and micro) that are
analysed
KA4. soil analysis report
KA5. recommendations based on the availability of various micro and macro
nutrients in a given soil or crop sample
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. soil types, their advantages and disadvantages in the light of coconut
cultivation with reference to the nutrient status
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
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. role of fertilizer at various growth stages of coconut
KC2. knowledge of various organic and inorganic fertilizers relevant to coconut
KC3. appropriate methods of application of various fertilizers and micro nutrients
KC4. timing in a day and location of the application
KC5. time of application of fertilizers / nutrient in the crop life cycle
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KD1. interaction affects of the soil type, level of the land and water availability on
the crop growth and its yield
KD2. different types of weeds and procedure to control those
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1.
SA2.
update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut plantation by
reading the newspaper and magazines
keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures and pamphlets
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA3.
B. Professional Skills
maintain effective relationships with neighbouring farmers, extension workers
and experts
SA4. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA5. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following various procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB4. plan and organize nutrient management all through the crop production cycle
as per recommendations
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB6. make use of exposure visit
SB7. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB8. manage relationships with labourers
SB9. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB10. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB11. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB12. monitor the growing coconut plant and maintain the condition of tools and
equipment required for nutrient management
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
SB14. take up his own working and learning
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N 0517
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with Pests and Diseases management of coconut palms
National Occupational Standard
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation
Unit Code
AGR / N 0518
Unit Title
(Task)
Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut Cultivation
Description
This OS is about identification of various pests and diseases which have affected
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:
• Identification of pests and understanding behaviour
• Identification of diseases
• Preventive and curative methods
coconut palms and adoption of necessary control and prevention methods.
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Identification of Pests To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
and Understanding
Behavior
PC1. identify the types of pests associated (rhinoceros beetle, black headed
caterpillar red palm weevil, termites, etc)
PC2. identify the stage of crop and pest incidence – pest calendar
PC3. identify the signs and symptoms of damage
PC4. identify the pest life cycle – estimate the duration
PC5. identify the natural enemies of the pests
Identification Of
Diseases
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC6. identify the types of diseases associated (bud rot, leaf rot, stem bleeding,etc.)
PC7. identify special problems in coconut palm (pencil point disorder, button
shedding, barren nuts etc.)
PC8. identify physiological disorders (lack of major nutrients/minor nutrients)
PC9. identify the crop stage and disease incidence – disease calendar
PC10. identify the signs and symptoms of different diseases
PC11. identify the mode of transmission of disease
Preventive And
Curative Methods
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC12. rejuvenation of existing garden by thinning of thickly populated gardens and
ensuring adequate manuring and irrigation
PC13. use of resistant varieties
PC14. take up seedling / planting material treatment
PC15. perform cutting and burning the severely affected portions of palms as a whole
which cannot be saved
PC16. remove affected tissues of crown
PC17. use various traps (light, pheromone etc)
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation
PC18. do pest and disease control
a. chemical approaches
b. non-chemical approaches
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
B. Technical
Knowledge
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. effective working relationships and how to work effectively with others in the
garden
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1.
KB2.
KB3.
KB4.
KB5.
KB6.
KB7.
KB8.
KB9.
pest management through cultural practices
biological pest management
identification of insects and their damage symptoms
field sanitation and pest management
chemical pest management
handling and maintanence of plant protection machines
preparation of bordeaux paste and other bio-pesticides
training methods, their advantages & limitations
types of chemicals/natural pesticides available – causes and effects
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1.
SA2.
keep records
report problems to the appropriate personnel like extension worker,
agriculture officer etc in a timely manner
Reading Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA3.
update oneself about the latest technologies used in pest and disease
management in coconut by reading the newspaper and magazines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts
SA5. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
SA6. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA7. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA8. seek advice from seniors and experts
Decision Making
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive
action following workplace procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan and organize/implement timely coconut pest and disease management
Workshop Centricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop.
SB6. attend refresher training
SB7. make use of exposure visit
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers and farmers
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. Think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. Identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. Monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
Coconut pest management
SB14. Monitor the Coconut pests and diseases and maintain the plants in good
condition
SB15. Maintain the records of stage of crop and pest / disease incidence and options
used.
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB16. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N 0518
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
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National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with Optimal cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
AGR/N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
AGR / N 0519
Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
This OS is about managing coconut gardens by performing optimal cultivation
practices
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:
• Irrigation management
• Inter-cropping and mixed cropping
• Organic farming
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Irrigation Management
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:
PC1.
Inter cropping and Mixed
Cropping
use appropriate irrigation method and follow irrigation schedule based on
the availability of the resource, climate, age of plant and soil typeetc
PC2. adopt methods of precision farming (drip/basin irrigation)
PC3. use existing resource efficiently say fertigation etc
PC4. manage drought and practice soil moisture conservation by mulching with
coconut husks/leaves/coir pith or by burial of coconut husk or coir pith
To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:
PC5.
Organic Farming
Select crops that can be taken as inter/mixed crop based on the climatic
requirement of the inter/mixed crop, irrigation facilities and soil type,
market and price
PC6. Consider the canopy size, age and spacing of the coconut at the time of
selection of inter/mixed crop
PC7. Consider Green crops and Cover Crops that may also be raised to increase
the organic matter content of the soil and to prevent soil erosion
PC8. Consider taking Multiple crops depending upon the suitability.
PC9. Apply recommended quantityof water and manures and fertilizers to the
intercrops separately.
To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:
PC10.
PC11.
PC12.
PC13.
PC14.
prune / remove of dry leave as per requirement and procedures
remove dead plants
do tillage
utilize recycled palm waste
apply organic manure
AGR/N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Irrigation
Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1.
KA2.
various methods of irrigation and resource use efficiency
timing and method of irrigation and drainage appropriate for a given soil
and climate type
B. Mixed/Inter/Multiple The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
cropping
KB1. understanding and knowledge of cultivation practices of crops which are
selected for mixed/inter/multiple cropping
KB2. knowledge of market suitability is required for selection of crops for
mixed/inter/multiple cropping
C. Other farm
operations
The individual on the job needs to know and understand :
KC1.
KC2.
various operations that have the potential to increase the yield and
decrease the incidence of pests and diseases
latest technological developments that has the potential to increase the
crop yield and resource use efficiency.
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/ Generic
Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1.
update oneself about the latest technologies used in Coconut irrigation
methods by reading the newspaper and magazines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2.
SA3.
SA4.
SA5.
B. Professional Skills
maintain effective working relationships with farmers, extension workers
& experts
communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
seek advice from seniors & experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive
action following workplace procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles
Plan and Organize
AGR/N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4.
plan and organize irrigation timely & in association with other farmers in
case of canal irrigation
SB5. use ideas in particular situations
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6.
SB7.
SB8.
Participate in Coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop/auction.
Make use of exposure visit
Work with Coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. Manage relationships with labourers
SB10. Build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. Think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest
an optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. Identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. Monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB14. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and
action
SB15. Take up his own working and learning
AGR/N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
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NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR/N0519
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with health and safety of the farmers and co workers at workplace
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR/N9903
Health and 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 clean and 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 under
understand
stand 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 correctl
correctlyy 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 contro
controlling
lling 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
mergency equipment in accordance with manufacturers'
specificat
specifications and workplace requirements
PC13. provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
with recognized first aid techniques
PC14. recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test, refurbish, replace and store the
first aid equipment as appropriate
PC15. report details of first aid administered in accordance with workplace
procedures.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Maintain clean
and efficient
workplace
B. Render
appropriate
emergency
procedures
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. personal hygiene and fitness requirements
KA2. your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation
KA3. what personal protective equipment and clot
clothing
hing should be worn and
how it is cared for
KA4. the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment required for
your work
KA5. the importance of good housekeeping in the workplace
KA6. safe disposal methods for waste
KA7. methods for minimizing environmental damage duri
during
ng work
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control
those risks in your area of work
KB2. Work
ork place procedures and requirements for the treatment of
workplace injuries/illnesses.
KB3. basic emergency first aid procedure
KB4. local emergency services
KB5. why accidents, incidents and problems should be reported and the
appropriate action to take
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
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 and Comprehension Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. read instruction manual for hand tool and equipments
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5.
SA6.
communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned
officer/stakeholders
comprehends information shared by senior people and experts
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
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.
Human Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. manage relationships with co
co-workers
workers and managers of the who may be
stressed, frustrated, confused or angry
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment
SB6. assess situation & identify appropriate control measures
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR/N9903
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture crop
production
Drafted on
25/02/14
Last reviewed on
24/03/14
Next review date
24/09/14
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Annexure
Nomenclature for QP and NOS
Qualifications Pack
9 characters
[ABC]/ Q 0101
[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]
QP number (2 numbers)
Occupation (2 numbers)
Q denoting Qualifications Pack
Occupational Standard
An example of NOS with ‘N’
9 characters
[ABC] /N0101
[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]
N denoting National Occupational Standard
QP number (2 numbers)
Occupation (2 numbers)
Sub-sector
sector
Range of Occupation
numbers
Agriculture Crop Production
01 – 40
Agriculture Allied Activities
41 – 70
Agriculture related industries
71 – 90
Generic Occupation (Common NOS)
96 - 99
Sequence
Description
Example
Three letters
Industry name
AGR
Slash
/
/
Next letter
Whether QP or NOS
Q
Next two numbers
Occupation code
1
Next two numbers
OS number
1
Note:
•
•
The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and
future occupations in a segment
Occupation numbers from 91 – 95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any
emerging segment in future.
CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Job Role
Qualification Pack
Sector Skill Council
Friends of Coconut Tree
AGR / Q 0504
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. 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 evaulations for skill practical
for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria
c
5. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of 60% in
every NOS
6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is
eligible to take subsequent assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the
Qualification
alification Pack.
7. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in
the total marks allocated to the specific QP.
Marks Allocation
NOSs
Element
PCs
1. AGR / N0521
- Coconut palm
climbing using
climbing machine
Study the
working
mechanism of the
climbing
machine
PC1. Prepare the machine by adjusting
size of the wire according to the width of
the palm
Practice climbing
on palms
PC.2 Develop skills to climb palms of
height up to 15 feet on 1st day
PC.3 Develop skills to climb palms of
height up to 25 feet on 2nd day
PC.4 Develop skills to climb palms of
Total Mark
(600)
Out Of
Theory
Skills
Practical
20
10
10
5
0
5
5
0
5
5
0
5
100
height up to 35 feet on 3rd day
Fitness, First aid
and other safety
measures
Social security
and thrift
management
PC.5 Develop skills to climb palms of
height up to 40 feet on 4th day
5
0
5
PC.6 Treat wounds, injuries, bees and
wasp attacks, fractures etc
10
4
6
5
0
5
10
6
4
15
6
9
20
8
12
100
34
66
15
5
10
15
6
9
10
5
5
30
12
18
PC.5 Arrange the harvested nuts in heaps
under shade for a few days since the stored
nuts are easy to de-husk
10
0
5
PC.6 Do the required Post harvest
management depending upon the purpose
of the use of nuts
20
10
10
100
38
57
15
6
9
10
4
6
2
1
1
1
1
0
4
4
0
PC.7 Practice Yoga, breathing exercises,
free hand exercises
PC.8 Get acquainted with
Health/Medical/life insurance envisaged
for Neera technician
PC.9 Learn Banking aspects such as how
to start a savings account, systematic
savings and investment
PC.10 Learn & do Book keeping
2. AGR / N0522 Identification and
harvesting of
tender/mature
nuts
Identification of
growth stages of
coconut
PC1. Distinguish between tender and
mature nuts just by its appearance.
Harvesting of
mature nuts and
tender nuts
PC.2 Harvest tender and mature coconuts
which have reached an appropriate stage,
and allowing the rest of the nuts for
harvesting in the next harvest
PC.3 Handle tender and mature nuts
properly so that it does not get damaged.
PC.4 Harvest the crop at the appropriate
time as per the variety (tall/dwarf/hybrid)
and purpose (culinary/copra making/seed
nut etc)
Storage and Post
harvest
management
3. AGR / N0517 Integrated
Nutrient
Management in
Coconut Palm
cultivation
Soil Sampling
Testing For
Macro And
Micro Nutrient
Analysis
100
PC.1 Take soil sample as per the
recommended sampling procedure from the
field
PC.2 Dry the soil and prepare samples as
per procedure
PC.3 Pack, label and submit to nearby soil
testing laboratory for analysis
PC.4 Collect the soil analysis report from
the lab
PC.5 Collect the recommended organic
and inorganic fertilizer dosage from
Agriculture Department based on the soil
100
analysis report.
Application of
Organic and
Inorganic
Fertilizers
Weed
Management
4. AGR / N0518 Integrated Pest
and Disease
Management in
Coconut
cultivation
PC.6 Regular manuring from the first year
of planting is essential to achieve higher
productivity.
PC.7 Apply the manure to the soil as per
recommended dosage and procedure
PC.8 Ascertain Green manure/ ecofriendly botanicals/biofertliser that can be
applied
PC.9 Adopt various cultural practices that
enhances the soil nutrient status for the
benefit of Coconut crop stand
PC.10 Apply fertilisers for macro and
micro nutrients as per the recommended
dosage, timing, placement locations and
method of application
PC.11 Take up Weed control as per
recommendation
PC.12 Remove rogue infected plant/ plant
parts
10
5
5
10
5
5
10
5
5
8
2
6
15
6
9
10
3
7
5
0
5
100
42
58
10
5
5
4
1
3
5
2
3
5
5
0
5
2
3
10
5
5
5
2
3
5
2
3
4
1
3
5
2
3
4
2
2
2
0
2
PC13. Use of resistant varieties
5
5
0
PC14. Take up seedling / planting material
treatment
5
2
3
PC15. Perform cutting and burning the
2
0
2
PC1. Identify the types of pests associated
(Rhinoceros beetle, Black headed
caterpillar Red palm weevil, termites, etc)
Identification Of
Pests And
Understanding
Behavior
Identification Of
Diseases
Preventive And
Curative
Methods
PC2. Identify the stage of crop and pest
incidence – pest calendar
PC3. Identify the signs and symptoms of
damage
PC4. Identify the pest life cycle – estimate
the duration
PC5. Identify the natural enemies of the
pests (naids/dragon flies, trichogramma,
mirid bug, lady bird beetles, spiders,
preying mantids etc)
PC6. Identify the types of diseases
associated (Bud Rot, Leaf Rot, Stem
Bleeding,etc.)
PC7. Identify special problems in coconut
palm (pencil point disorder, button
shedding, barren nuts etc.)
PC8. Identify physiological disorders (lack
of major nutrients/minor nutrients)
PC9. Identify the crop stage and disease
incidence – disease calendar
PC10. Identify the signs and symptoms of
different diseases
PC.11 Identify the mode of transmission of
disease
PC12. Rejuvenation of existing garden by
thinning of thickly populated gardens and
ensuring adequate manuring and irrigation
100
severely affected portions of palms as a
whole which cannot be saved
PC16. Remove affected tissues of crown
2
1
1
PC17. Use various traps (light, pheromone
etc)
2
1
1
a. Chemical approaches
10
5
5
b. Non-chemical approaches
10
5
5
100
48
52
15
6
9
10
4
6
8
4
4
5
2
3
10
10
0
5
5
0
8
4
4
5
5
0
10
4
6
4
2
2
PC11. Remove dead plants
2
0
2
PC12. Do tillage
10
4
6
PC13. Utilize recycled palm waste
4
2
2
PC14. Apply organic manure
4
2
2
100
54
46
15
6
9
6
3
3
PC18. Do Pest and disease control
5. AGR / N0519 Optimal
cultivation
practices in
coconut palm
cultivation
PC1. Use appropriate Irrigation Method
and follow irrigation schedule based on the
availability of the resource, climate, age of
plant and soil typeetc
Irrigation
Management
Inter cropping
and Mixed
Cropping
Organic Farming
6. AGR/N9903Health & Safety
at the work place
Maintaining
clean and
efficient
workplace
PC2. Adopt methods of precision farming
(Drip/ Basin Irrigation)
PC3. Use of existing resource efficiently
say use fertigation
PC4. Manage Drought and practice soil
moisture conservation by mulching with
coconut husks/leaves/coir pith or by burial
of coconut husk or coir pith
PC5. Select crops that can be taken as
inter/mixed crop based on the climatic
requirement of the inter/mixed crop,
irrigation facilities and soil type, market
and price
PC6. Consider the canopy size, age and
spacing of the coconut at the time of
selection of inter/mixed crop
PC7. Consider Green crops and Cover
Crops that may also be raised to increase
the organic matter content of the soil and to
prevent soil erosion
PC8.
Consider taking Multiple crops
depending upon the suitability.
PC9. Apply recommended quantity of
water and manures and fertilizers to the
intercrops separately.
PC10. Prune / remove of dry leave as per
requirement and procedures
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
100
100
Render
appropriate
emergency
procedures
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
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 aid equipment as appropriate
PC15. report details of first aid
administered in accordance with workplace
procedures.
10
5
5
5
5
0
10
4
6
5
0
5
5
2
3
10
4
6
4
4
0
5
5
0
5
5
0
5
2
3
5
2
3
5
5
0
5
5
0
100
57
43