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Qualifications Pack

SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

SUB-SECTOR:

OCCUPATION:

REFERENCE ID:

ALIGNED TO:

Friend of Coconut Tree

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 pest and disease management.

Brief Job description

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.

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 far

regarding needed improvement.

Personal Attributes

good eye sight attention to details, physical, metals & mechanical ability, hand

steadiness & stamina to work for long hours

QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

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

Contact Us:

Agriculture Skill Council of

India, 304-305, Bestech

Chambers,B-Block, Sushant

Lok-1, Gurgaon, Haryana -

122002

E-mail: [email protected]

alifications Pack- Friends of Coconut Tree

AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

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




ding pest and disease management.

Brief Job description – The person has to climb coconut palms with the help of a


with care and also clean the crown of the coconut palms.



aspects of coconut crop management and should be able to apprise far

regarding needed improvement.

Personal Attributes - The job requires individual to have: manual & finger dexterity,


steadiness & stamina to work for long hours

Introduction

OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

INDUSTRY

Contents

1. Introduction and Contact

2. Qualificaiton Pack

3. Glossary of Key Terms

4. OS Units

5. Nomenclature for QP and NOS

Friends of Coconut Tree

The person has a responsibility to work in coconut gardens as




The person has to climb coconut palms with the help of a


with care and also clean the crown of the coconut palms. He should be able to



aspects of coconut crop management and should be able to apprise farmers

The job requires individual to have: manual & finger dexterity,


OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

Introduction and Contact 1

Qualificaiton Pack 2

Glossary of Key Terms 3

5

Nomenclature for QP and NOS 33

Qualifications Pack For Friends of Coconut Tree

Qualifications Pack Code AGR / Q0504

Job Role Friends of Coconut Tree

Credits NSQF

TBD Version number 1.0

Industry Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 21/10/14

Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Crop

Production Last reviewed on 17/11/14

Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review date 17/11/15

Job Role Friends of coconut tree

(Coconut palm climber, Coconut palm care taker, Nariyal pade ka

dhosth)

Role Description

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.

NSQF level

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Maximum Educational Qualifications

3

No entry barrier, 5th

Standard passed preferable

Not applicable

Training

Not Mandatory

Experience

Prefereable with a background of coconut cultivation or palm

climbing, but not mandatory

Applicable National Occupational

Standards (NOS)

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

Job

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Keywords /Terms Description

Sector 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 Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and

interests of its components

Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an

industry.

Function 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 Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment

opportunity in an organization.

Operational

Standard (OS)

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

Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of

performance required when carrying out a task.

National

Occupational

Standard (NOS)

NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.

Qualifications Pack

Code

Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications

pack.

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 Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by

an ‘N’.

Unit Title Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able

to do.

Description 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

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

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

Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific

designated responsibilities.

Core Skills or

Generic Skills

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.

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Vertical

Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain areas or the

client industries served by the industry

Cultivar 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.

Seed Material Sexually or vegetatively propagated planting materials which are used for seeding

and planting.

Tilth Physical condition of soil, especially in relation to its suitability for planting or

growing a crop.

Farm Yard Manure

(FYM)

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

(INM)

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 Fertigation is the application of fertilizers, soil amendments, or other water soluble

products through an irrigation system.

Keywords /Terms 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

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AGR/ N 0521 Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine

Overview

This unit deals with climbing coconut palms using a climbing machine

National Occupational

Standard


Unit Code AGR / N 0521

Unit Title

(Task) Coconut palm climbing using climbing machine

Description This OS is for a FoCT who has a responsibility to climb coconut palms using a climbing

machine

Scope 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 Performance Criteria

Study the working

mechanism of the

climbing machine

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

Practice climbing on

palms


PC.3 develop skills to climb palms of height up to 15 feet on 1st day

PC.4 develop skills to climb palms of height up to 25 feet on 2nd day

PC.5 develop skills to climb palms of height up to 35 feet on 3rd day

PC.6 develop skills to climb palms of height up to 40 feet on 4th day

Fitness, First aid and

other safety

measures


PC.7 treat wounds, injuries, bees and wasp attacks, fractures etc

PC.8 practice yoga, breathing exercises, free hand exercises

Social security and

thrift management To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:

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,

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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


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

C. Healthy and

Safety issues


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)


SA5. maintain effective relationships with farmers & extension workers etc

SA6. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders

SA7. understand information and grasp its meaning

SA8. seek advice from senior people, extension workers & experts

B. Professional Skills

Decision Making


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


Plan and Organize


SB4. plan and organize experience sharing occations amoung fellow workers

SB5. organize meeting of farmer groups if necessary

WorkshopCentricity


SB6. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop

SB7. make use of exposure visit

SB8. work with coconut experts

Labour Management


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


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


NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR / N 0521

Credits NSQF



Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Crop Production Last reviewed

on 17/11/14

Occupation Plantation Crop Cultivation Next review

date 17/11/15

AGR/ N 0522 Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts

Overview

This unit is about dealing with identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts


Standard



Unit Title

(Task) Identification and harvesting of tender/mature nuts

Description 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.


• Identification of growth stages of coconut

• Harvesting of mature nuts and tender nuts

• Storage and Post harvest management



Identification of

growth stages of

coconut


PC.1 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


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


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

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B. Storage 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

C. Post Harvest

Handling


KC1. advantages and challenges of latest developments (both institutional and

technical) on the keeping quality, processing and value addition.


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills



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



SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts



SA7. seek advice from seniors and experts

B. Professional

Skills

Decision Making




action following various procedures


Plan and Organize


SB4. plan and organize collective harvesting and plant protection operations

WorkshopCentricity




SB6. attend refresher training



Labour Management


SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers, farmers, experts and technicians


Problem Solving




SB12. identify creative / innovative solutions to resolve delays especially in the case

of emergencies

Analytical Thinking


SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for climbing

and harvesting

Critical Thinking


SB14. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,


SB15. take up his own working and learning

NOS Version Control


Credits NSQF





Occupation Plantation Crop

Cultivation Next review date 17/11/15

AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation

Overview

This unit is deals with Integrated Nutrient Management of coconut palms.


Standard



Unit Title

(Task) Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut palm Cultivation

Description This OS is about taking care of coconut palms at various stages of their growth by the

application of manure, fertilizers & nutrients.


• Soil Sampling

• Testing for macro and micro nutrient analysis

• Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilisers

• Weed Management



Soil Sampling 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

Testing For Macro

And Micro Nutrient

Analysis


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.

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


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A. Soil Sampling and

Testing


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

B. Soil Type and

Nutrient Status


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

C. Procedures of

fertilizer / micro

nutrient

application


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

D. Weed

Management


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


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills



SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut plantation by

reading the newspaper and magazines

SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures and pamphlets




SA3. maintain effective relationships with neighbouring farmers, extension workers

and experts


SA5. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures


SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts


Decision Making




action following various procedures

SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles

Plan and Organize


SB4. plan and organize nutrient management all through the crop production cycle

as per recommendations

WorkshopCentricity





Labour Management


SB8. manage relationships with labourers


Problem Solving




SB11. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking


SB12. monitor the growing coconut plant and maintain the condition of tools and

equipment required for nutrient management


Critical Thinking


SB13. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,


SB14. take up his own working and learning

NOS Version Control


Credits NSQF







AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and disease management in coconut cultivation

Overview

This unit is about dealing with Pests and Diseases management of coconut palms


Standard



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

coconut palms and adoption of necessary control and prevention methods.


• Identification of pests and understanding behaviour

• Identification of diseases

• Preventive and curative methods



Identification of Pests

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)

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PC18. do pest and disease control

a. chemical approaches

b. non-chemical approaches


A. Organizational

Context


KA1. effective working relationships and how to work effectively with others in the

garden

B. Technical

Knowledge


KB1. pest management through cultural practices

KB2. biological pest management

KB3. identification of insects and their damage symptoms

KB4. field sanitation and pest management

KB5. chemical pest management

KB6. handling and maintanence of plant protection machines

KB7. preparation of bordeaux paste and other bio-pesticides

KB8. training methods, their advantages & limitations

KB9. types of chemicals/natural pesticides available – causes and effects


A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills


SA1. keep records

SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel like extension worker,

agriculture officer etc in a timely manner

Reading Skills


SA3. update oneself about the latest technologies used in pest and disease

management in coconut by reading the newspaper and magazines



SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts




SA8. seek advice from seniors and experts

B. Professional Skills Decision Making




SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive



Plan and Organize


SB4. plan and organize/implement timely coconut pest and disease management

Workshop Centricity


SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop.

SB6. attend refresher training



Labour Management


SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers and farmers


Problem Solving


SB11. Think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an


SB12. Identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking


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





NOS Version Control


Credits NSQF







AGR / N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation

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Overview

This unit is about dealing with Optimal cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation


Standard

AGR/N 0519 Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation


Unit Title

(Task) Optimal Cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation

Description 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



Irrigation Management To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. 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

Inter cropping and Mixed

Cropping

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:

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 quantityof water and manures and fertilizers to the

intercrops separately.

Organic Farming To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:

PC10. prune / remove of dry leave as per requirement and procedures

PC11. remove dead plants

PC12. do tillage

PC13. utilize recycled palm waste

PC14. apply organic manure

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A. Irrigation

Management


KA1. various methods of irrigation and resource use efficiency

KA2. timing and method of irrigation and drainage appropriate for a given soil

and climate type

B. Mixed/Inter/Multiple

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. various operations that have the potential to increase the yield and

decrease the incidence of pests and diseases

KC2. latest technological developments that has the potential to increase the

crop yield and resource use efficiency.


A. Core Skills/ Generic

Skills



SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in Coconut irrigation

methods by reading the newspaper and magazines



SA2. maintain effective working relationships with farmers, extension workers

& experts



SA5. seek advice from seniors & experts


Decision Making



SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive


SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles

Plan and Organize



SB4. plan and organize irrigation timely & in association with other farmers in

case of canal irrigation

SB5. use ideas in particular situations

WorkshopCentricity


SB6. Participate in Coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop/auction.

SB7. Make use of exposure visit

SB8. Work with Coconut experts

Labour Management


SB9. Manage relationships with labourers

SB10. Build relationships and use human centric approach

Problem Solving


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


SB13. Monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment

Critical Thinking



experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and

action

SB15. Take up his own working and learning


NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N0519

Credits NSQF







AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place

Overview

This unit is about dealing with health and safety of the farmers and co workers at workplace


Standard

Safety at the work place



Standard




Unit Code AGR/N9903

Unit Title

(Task) Health and safety at the workplace

Description This OS is for

safety of self and others co workers at workplace


• maintain clean and efficient workplace

• render appropriate emergency procedures

Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope


Maintaining clean

and efficient

workplace

To be competent, the individual must be able to:

PC1. undertake basic safety checks before operation of all machinery and

vehicles and hazards

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

on the labels of pesticides/fumigants etc

PC4. assess risks

according to currently recommended safe practice.

PC5. use equipment and materials safely and correctl

to designated storage when not in use

PC6. dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area

PC7. recognise

with jobs in the workplace

PC8. perform your work in a manner which

all procedures and work instructions for contro

closely

PC9. report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to an

appropriate person and take necessary immediate action to reduce

further danger

Render appropriate

emergency

procedures


PC10. follow procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies,

including communicating location and directions to emergency.

PC11. follow emergency procedures to company standard

requirements

PC12. use

specificat

PC13. provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance

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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

Performance Criteria


undertake basic safety checks before operation of all machinery and

vehicles and hazards are reported to the appropriate supervisor

work for which protective clothing or equipment is required is identified



read and understand the hazards of use and contamination mentioned

on the labels of pesticides/fumigants etc

assess risks prior to performing manual handling jobs, and work

according to currently recommended safe practice.

use equipment and materials safely and correctly and return the same

to designated storage when not in use

dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area

recognise risks to bystanders and take action to reduce risk associated

with jobs in the workplace

perform your work in a manner which minimizes environmental damage

all procedures and work instructions for controlling risk are followed

closely

report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to an


further danger


follow procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies,


follow emergency procedures to company standard / workplace

requirements

use emergency equipment in accordance with manufacturers'

specifications and workplace requirements

provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance

who is responsible for maintaining health and

undertake basic safety checks before operation of all machinery and

are reported to the appropriate supervisor

work for which protective clothing or equipment is required is identified



stand the hazards of use and contamination mentioned

prior to performing manual handling jobs, and work

y and return the same

dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area

action to reduce risk associated

minimizes environmental damage

lling risk are followed

report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to an


follow procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies,


/ workplace

mergency equipment in accordance with manufacturers'

provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance


with

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.


A. Maintain clean

and efficient

workplace

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KA1. personal hygiene and fitness

KA2. your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation

KA3. what personal protective equipment and clot

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

B. Render

appropriate

emergency

procedures


KB1. the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control

those risks in your area of work

KB2. Work

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



SA4. read instruction manual for hand tool and equipments


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


with recognized first aid techniques

recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test, refurbish, replace and store the


report details of first aid administered in accordance with workplace

procedures.


personal hygiene and fitness requirements

your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation

what personal protective equipment and clothing should be worn and

how it is cared for

the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment required for

your work

the importance of good housekeeping in the workplace

safe disposal methods for waste

methods for minimizing environmental damage during work


the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control

those risks in your area of work

ork place procedures and requirements for the treatment of

workplace injuries/illnesses.

basic emergency first aid procedure

local emergency services

why accidents, incidents and problems should be reported and the

appropriate action to take

Writing Skills


mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose

report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

write descriptions and details about incidents in reports



read instruction manual for hand tool and equipments



communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned

officer/stakeholders

comprehends information shared by senior people and experts

recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test, refurbish, replace and store the

report details of first aid administered in accordance with workplace


your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation

hing should be worn and

the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment required for

the importance of good housekeeping in the workplace

ng work


the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control

requirements for the treatment of

why accidents, incidents and problems should be reported and the


mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose

report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

descriptions and details about incidents in reports



communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned

senior people and experts



Decision Making


SB1. make decisions pertaining to types of tools to be used

SB2. identify need of first aid and render it accordingly

Plan and Organize


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


SB4. manage relationships with co

stressed, frustrated, confused or angry

Analytical Thinking

The user/individual on the job

SB5. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment

SB6. assess situation & identify appropriate control measures

NOS Version Control

NOS Code

Credits NSQF

TBD

Industry Agriculture

Industry Sub-sector Agriculture

production


Cultivation


Decision Making


make decisions pertaining to types of tools to be used

identify need of first aid and render it accordingly

and Organize


schedule daily activities and drawing up priorities; allocate start times,


required for completion.

Human Centricity


manage relationships with co-workers and managers of the who may be

stressed, frustrated, confused or angry

Analytical Thinking


monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment

assess situation & identify appropriate control measures

AGR/N9903


Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 25/02/14

Agriculture crop

production Last reviewed on 24/03/14

Plantation Crop




schedule daily activities and drawing up priorities; allocate start times,



workers and managers of the who may be

needs to know and understand how to:

monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment

assess situation & identify appropriate control measures

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Nomenclature for QP and NOS

Qualifications Pack

Occupational Standard

An example of NOS with ‘N’

[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]

Q denoting Qualifications Pack

[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]

N denoting National Occupational Standard

Annexure

Nomenclature for QP and NOS

9 characters

[ABC]/ Q 0101

9 characters

[ABC] /N0101

QP number (2 numbers)


Occupation (2 numbers)





Sub-sector

Agriculture Crop Production

Agriculture Allied Activities

Agriculture related industries

Generic Occupation (Common NOS)

Sequence

Three letters

Slash

Next letter

Next two numbers

Next two numbers

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

emerging segment in future.

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

Description Example

Industry name AGR

/

Whether QP or NOS

Occupation code

OS number

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.

Range of Occupation

Example

AGR

/

Q

1

1

The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and

95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES

Job Role

Qualification Pack

Sector Skill Council

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

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

for each candidate at each examination/training center

below)

4. Individual assessment agencies will create

for every student at each examination/training center

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 Pack.

7. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in

the total marks allocated to the specific QP.

NOSs Element

1. AGR / N0521

- Coconut palm

climbing using

climbing machine

Study the

working

mechanism of the

climbing

machine

Practice climbing

on palms

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES

Friends of Coconut Tree

AGR / Q 0504

Agriculture

Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector


to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory

and Skills Practical for each PC.


3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for

for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria

4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical

for every student at each examination/training center based on this c




alification Pack.


the total marks allocated to the specific QP.

PCs Total Mark

(600)

PC1. Prepare the machine by adjusting

size of the wire according to the width of

the palm

100 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


Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector


also lay down proportion of marks for Theory


unique question papers for theory part

(as per assessment criteria

unique evaulations for skill practical

based on this criteria




alification Pack.


Marks Allocation

Out Of Theory Skills

Practical

20 10 10

5 0 5

5 0 5

5 0 5

Fitness, First aid

and other safety

measures

Social security

and thrift

management

2. AGR / N0522 -

Identification and

harvesting of

tender/mature

nuts

Identification of

growth stages of

coconut

Harvesting of

mature nuts and

tender nuts

Storage and Post

harvest

management

3. AGR / N0517 -

Integrated

Nutrient

Management in

Coconut Palm

cultivation

Soil Sampling

Testing For

Macro And

Micro Nutrient

Analysis

height up to 35 feet on 3rd day


height up to 40 feet on 4th day

PC.6 Treat wounds, injuries, bees and

wasp attacks, fractures etc

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

PC1. Distinguish between tender and

mature nuts just by its appearance.

100

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

PC.1 Take soil sample as per the

recommended sampling procedure from the

field

100

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

5 0 5

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

10 0 5

20 10 10

100 38 57

15 6 9

10 4 6

2 1 1

1 1 0

4 4 0

Application of

Organic and

Inorganic

Fertilizers

Weed

Management

4. AGR / N0518 -

Integrated Pest

and Disease

Management in

Coconut

cultivation

Identification Of

Pests And

Understanding

Behavior

Identification Of

Diseases

Preventive And

Curative

Methods

analysis report.

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 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

PC1. Identify the types of pests associated

(Rhinoceros beetle, Black headed

caterpillar Red palm weevil, termites, etc)

100

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

PC13. Use of resistant varieties

PC14. Take up seedling / planting material

treatment

PC15. Perform cutting and burning the

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

5 5 0

5 2 3

2 0 2

5. AGR / N0519 -

Optimal

cultivation

practices in

coconut palm

cultivation

Irrigation

Management

Inter cropping

and Mixed

Cropping

Organic Farming

6. AGR/N9903-

Health & Safety

at the work place Maintaining

clean and

efficient

workplace

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)

PC18. Do Pest and disease control

a. Chemical approaches

b. Non-chemical approaches

PC1. Use appropriate Irrigation Method

and follow irrigation schedule based on the

availability of the resource, climate, age of

plant and soil typeetc

100

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

PC11. Remove dead plants

PC12. Do tillage

PC13. Utilize recycled palm waste

PC14. Apply organic manure

PC1. undertake basic safety checks before

operation of all machinery and vehicles and

hazards are reported to the appropriate

supervisor 100

PC2. work for which protective clothing or

equipment is required is identified and the

appropriate protective clothing or

equipment is used in performing these

2 1 1

2 1 1

10 5 5

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

2 0 2

10 4 6

4 2 2

4 2 2

100 54 46

15 6 9

6 3 3

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


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

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