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Contents 1. Introduction and Contact………………………….. [1] 2. Qualification Pack……………………………………… [2] 3. Glossary of Key Terms ………………………………. [3] 4. OS Units ……………………………………………………. [5] 5. Annexure: Nomenclatrure for QP & OS….. [31] 6. Assess ment Criteria………………………………….. [33] 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] Qualifications Pack Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED SUB-SECTOR: Agriculture Industries OCCUPATION: Research & Development REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q8103 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/3111.20 Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst: The individual plays a critical role in soil & water testing & analysis and recommending fertilizier & nutrient doses accordingly. Brief Job Description: The individual is responsible for conducting soil & water test and interpreting the soil analysis results in relation to the soil fertility management. S/he prepares the Soil & Water Health card illustrating the desired cropping pattern, soil amendments & integrated nutrient management, irrigation & water management to be undertaken. Personal Attributes: This job requires the individual to work specifically as per the Lab’s protocol. Requires clarity and should be detail oriented. The individual should be laborious and should have inclination to new learnings, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records and comply with organization’s policies. Introduction QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY

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Contents 1. Introduction and Contact………………………….. [1]

2. Qualification Pack……………………………………… [2]

3. Glossary of Key Terms………………………………. [3]

4. OS Units……………………………………………………. [5]

5. Annexure: Nomenclatrure for QP & OS….. [31]

6. Assessment Criteria………………………………….. [33]

technology co n s ul t i n g

What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what

individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function

OS are

performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding

Cont act Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India, 304-305, Bestech Chambers,B-Block, Sushant Lok-1, Gurgaon Haryana-122002 E-mail: [email protected]

Qualifications Pack – Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst

SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

SUB-SECTOR: Agriculture Industries

OCCUPATION: Research & Development

REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q8103

ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/3111.20

Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst: The individual plays a critical role in soil &

water testing & analysis and recommending fertilizier & nutrient doses

accordingly.

Brief Job Description: The individual is responsible for conducting soil & water

test and interpreting the soil analysis results in relation to the soil fertility

management. S/he prepares the Soil & Water Health card illustrating the

desired cropping pattern, soil amendments & integrated nutrient management,

irrigation & water management to be undertaken.

Personal Attributes: This job requires the individual to work specifically as per

the Lab’s protocol. Requires clarity and should be detail oriented. The individual

should be laborious and should have inclination to new learnings, perform

multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records and comply with

organization’s policies.

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Introduction

QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY

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Qualifications Pack Code AGR/Q8103

Job Role Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development Next review date 31/03/18

NSQC Clearance on DD/MM/YYYY

Job Role Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst (Also Known as Soil & Water Testing Lab Incharge)

Role Description The Soil & Water Testing Lab Analyst is responsible for conducting soil & water testing and preparation of soil & water health card basis the analysis

NSQF level

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Maximum Educational Qualifications

5

B.Sc. Agriculture

Not Applicable

Training (Suggested but not mandatory)

Operating knowledge of computer

Minimum Job Entry Age 18 years

Experience Not Applicable

Applicable National Occupational

Standards (NOS)

Compulsory: 1. AGR/N8101 Adhere to Sanitation & Safety guidelines of

the Lab

2. AGR/N8108 Conduct Soil Physical & Chemical Analysis

3. AGR/N8109 Conduct Water Sample Analysis

4. AGR/N8110 Prepare Soil & Water Health Card

5. AGR/N8111 Supervise & Train Lab Assistant in Good Lab

Practices

Optional: NA

Performance Criteria As described in the OS unit

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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.

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.

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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Keywords /Terms Description

OJT On Job Training

OS Occupation Standard

NOS National Occupation Standard

NSQF National Skills Qualification Framework

Agr Agriculture

SHC Soil Health Card

PPEs Personal Protective Equipments

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AGR /N8101 Adhere to Sanitation & Safety guidelines of the Lab

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Overview

This unit is about understanding Lab layout and ensuring hygiene & safety at the lab.

National Occupational

Standard

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Unit Code AGR/N8101

Unit Title (Task)

Adhere to Sanitation & Safety guidelines of the Lab

Description This OS unit is about understanding Lab layout and ensuring hygiene & safety at the lab

Scope This unit/task covers the following:

Understand basic design & layout of the Lab

Maintain personal hygiene & lab sanitation

Ensure safety at the Lab

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

Element Performance Criteria \ Skill Set

Understand basic design & layout of the Lab

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. understand the layout of the lab (Soil sample Process Room, Soil Store Room,

Freezer Room, Physical & Chemical Analysis Room, Water Analysis Room, Instrument Room, Digestion Chanber etc)

PC2. get familiarized with the requirement & working of different rooms/chambers and equipments

Maintain personal hygiene & lab sanitation

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC3. ensure personal hygiene by using clean lab coat, gloves, face masks, goggles,

etc. whenever required PC4. avoid eating, smoking & drinking inside the lab PC5. oversee lab cleaning activities and undertake fumigation as & when required PC6. place reagents/ chemicals at their designated place alphabetically in

accordance with their properties PC7. check & disinfect all tools and equipments before operating them PC8. discard contents of the container immediately after completion of an

experiment PC9. dispose-off chipped or broken glassware in specially marked containers PC10. clean/wash all the glasswares manually or through automatic washing

machine in potable water PC11. dry & decontaminate the glassware PC12. sterilize glasswares etc in hot air oven PC13. clean & place all the tools & equipments at the designated places after use PC14. follow work instructions for maintaining required lab environment

Ensure safety at the lab

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC15. use personal protective equipments (PPEs)

PC16. handle toxic chemicals with appropriate precaution

PC17. remove spilled chemicals immediately

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PC18. dispose off chemicals, broken glass, flasks, pipettes etc in appropriate place

PC19. follow the safety precautions provided by the manufacturer when operating

instruments

PC20. use the contents of first aid kit

PC21. use fire extinguisher as & when required

PC22. perform all procedures and follow work instructions for controlling

operational risks

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. Effective working relationships and how to work effectively with co workers,

and seniors KA2. Organizational needs and time management

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Layout of the Lab KB2. Standard Procedures to operate different equipments in the lab KB3. Good Lab Practices KB4. Importance of cleanliness & aseptic condition in the Lab KB5. Methods of lab cleaning, mopping KB6. Use of disinfectants, fumigation of the lab KB7. Different chemicals, labwares, equipments and their use KB8. Operation and maintenance of various components/equipments of the Lab KB9. First aid and its use

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose SA2. maintain inventory & up-to-date record of all equipments, chemicals etc SA3. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Reading Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. get updated about the latest techniques pertaining to lab practices by reading

the newspaper and magazines SA5. read operational manual of lab equipments

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

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The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. maintain effective working relationships SA7. communicate clearly and effectively with others like company representatives,

seniors and various other stakeholders SA8. understand information and grasp its meaning SA9. seek advice from seniors

B. Professional

Skills

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

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan and schedule various operations

Customer Centricity

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. manage relationships with seniors & co-workers

Problem Solving

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an

optimum /best possible solution(s) SB6. identify creative and innovative quick solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment SB8. monitor & maintain aseptic environment inside the lab SB9. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,

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

Critical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB10. take up one’s own learning

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR /N8101

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied

Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries

Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development

Next review date 31/03/18

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National Occupational

Standard Overview

This unit is about conducting physical and chemical test of soil samples.

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Unit Code AGR/N8108

Unit Title (Task)

Conduct Soil Physical & Chemical Analysis

Description This OS unit is about conducting physical & chemical test of soil samples

Scope This unit /task covers the following:

Soil Physical Analysis

Soil Chemical Analysis

Reclamation of problematic soil

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

Element Performance Criteria \ Skill Set

Soil Physical Analysis To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. determine soil texture- International Pipette method (mechanical analysis)

PC2. determine soil moisture percentage (water holding capacity)

PC3. determine bulk density- Weighing bottle method, Clod Method, Core Method

PC4. determine hydraulic conductivity of soil- Constant head method, Falling head

method

PC5. determine soil moisture content- Gravimetric method, Infrared moisture

meter method

Soil Chemical Analysis

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC6. determine soil pH

PC7. determine EC

PC8. determine Organic Carbon-Walkley & Black Method, UV spectrophotometer

method

PC9. determine Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) free lime- Acid neutralization &

Schrotus Apparatus method

PC10. determine Nitrogen-Alkaline Permanganate method, Kjeldahl Method

PC11. determine Phosphorus- Olsen’s method

PC12. determine Potassium on Flame Photometer

PC13. determine Sodium on Flame Photometer

PC14. determine Calcium & Magnesium- EDTA Titrimetric method

PC15. determine Boron- Hot water method, Dilute Hydrochloric acid method

PC16. determine Sulphur- Precipitation method, Turbidimetric method

PC17. determine Zinc, Copper, Iron, Manganese- DTPA method (Atomic Absorption

Spectroscopy)

PC18. determine cation exchange capacity- Ammonium Saturation & Sodium

Saturation method

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PC19. use mini-soil kits for analysis of macro & micronutrients

Reclamation of problematic soil

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC20. determine gypsum requirement of soil

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. Effective working relationships and how to work effectively with co workers,

customers and seniors KA2. Organizational needs and time management

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Fundamentals of soil testing KB2. Good Laboratory practices KB3. Safety measures to be undertaken when operating in lab KB4. Operation and maintenance of various lab equipments/ apparatus KB5. Introduction to the basic concepts of soil health management.

KB6. Introduction and basic principles of laboratory instruments for soil analysis.

KB7. Analysis of the soil microbiological activity

KB8. Importance & use of soil testing kit

KB9. Principles involved in conducting various soil physical & chemical test

KB10. Reagents required for conducting various soil physical & chemical test

KB11. Different methods of conducting soil physical test KB12. Different analytical methods for analysis of macro and micro nutrients KB13. Titration and change of end point colour while titrating the extractants KB14. International Atomic Weights

KB15. Normality, Specific Gravity and Percent by weight of Acids and Ammonia

Reagent in the Laboratory

KB16. Approximate pH values of some acid and alkali

KB17. Preparation of 1000 ppm solutions of different elements

KB18. List of the chemicals that serve as primary standard for the respective

reactions with their equivalent weights

KB19. Preparation of Standard Solutions

KB20. Important Conversion Factors

KB21. Conversion factors for different elements

KB22. EC reading according to temperature

KB23. Some Indicator plants of nutrient deficiency

KB24. Instrument settings for flame atomic absorption analysis

Skills (S)

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A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose and maintain

the process identification sheet SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Reading Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and

product information sheets SA4. read the manual/ SOP for good lab practices

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. maintain effective working relationships SA6. communicate clearly and effectively with other co-workers, seniors &

customers SA7. understand information and grasp its meaning SA8. seek advice from seniors

B. Professional

Skills

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

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan and schedule various lab operations

Customer Centricity

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. manage relationships with customers, seniors & co-workers

Problem Solving

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an

optimum /best possible solution(s) SB6. Identify creative and innovative quick solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment of the lab SB8. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,

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

Critical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. take up one’s own learning

NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N8108

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied

Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries

Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development

Next review date 31/03/18

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AGR /N8109 Conduct Water Sample Analysis

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Overview

This unit is about analysis of water samples.

National Occupational

Standard

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Unit Code AGR/N8109

Unit Title (Task)

Conduct Water Sample Analysis

Description This OS unit is about analysis of water sample

Scope This unit /task covers the following:

Water Sample Analysis

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

Element Performance Criteria \ Skill Set

Water Sample Analysis

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. determine water pH

PC2. determine EC of water

PC3. determine total dissolved solids

PC4. determine total suspended solids

PC5. determine Carbonates & Bicarbonates

PC6. determine Calcium & Magnesium- EDTA Titrimetric Method

PC7. determine Sodium on Flame Photometer

PC8. determine Potassium

PC9. determine phosphorus

PC10. determine Nitrogen

PC11. determine Boron

PC12. determine Chloride

PC13. determine Sulphate on Spectrophotometer

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. Effective working relationships and how to work effectively with co workers,

customers and seniors KA2. Organizational needs and time management

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Fundamentals of water testing KB2. Good Laboratory practices KB3. Operation and maintenance of various lab equipments/ apparatus KB4. Principles involved in conducting various chemical test KB5. Reagents required for conducting various chemical test KB6. Different methods of conducting various chemical test KB7. International Atomic Weights

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KB8. Normality, Specific Gravity and Percent by weight of Acids and Ammonia

Reagent in the Laboratory

KB9. Approximate pH values of some acid and alkali

KB10. Preparation of 1000 ppm solutions of different elements

KB11. List of the chemicals that serve as primary standard for the respective

reactions with their equivalent weights

KB12. Preparation of Standard Solutions

KB13. Important Conversion Factors

KB14. Conversion factors for different elements

KB15. EC reading according to temperature

KB16. Some Indicator plants of nutrient deficiency

KB17. Instrument settings for flame atomic absorption analysis

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose and maintain

the process identification sheet SA2. note the information communicated by the supervisor SA3. note the readings of the process parameters and provide necessary

information to fill the process chart SA4. note down observations related to the process SA5. write information documents to internal departments/ internal teams SA6. note down the data for any computer software as required by the

organization

Reading Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA7. read SOPs/equipment manuals and process documents to understand the

equipments operation and process requirement SA8. read SOP for different physical & chemical analysis SA9. read internal information documents sent by internal teams

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA10. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the juniors SA11. effectively communicate with team members SA12. question the juniors in order to understand the nature of the problem and to

clarify queries SA13. attentively listen and comprehend the information given by the speaker SA14. communicate clearly with the internal team on the issues faced during the

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process

B. Professional Skills

Decision Making

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation

and identify control measures to solve the issue SB2. handle issues related to the lab operations (as per the authority matrix

defined by the organization)

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the seniors SB4. plan to utilise time and equipment's effectively SB5. organize all process/ equipment manuals so as to access information easily

Customer Centricity

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. manage relationships with seniors & co-workers

Problem Solving

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. support seniors in solving problems by detailing out problems SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor for problem solving

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment of the lab SB10. monitor the environment inside the lab SB11. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,

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

Critical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB12. use acquired knowledge of the process for identifying and handling issues SB13. take up one’s own learning

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N8109

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied

Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries

Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development

Next review date 31/03/18

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Overview

This unit is about about preparing soil & water health card detailing the cropping pattern,

nutrient & fertilizer requirement for that particular soil.

National Occupational

Standard

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Unit Code AGR/ N8110

Unit Title (Task)

Prepare Soil & Water Health Card

Description This OS unit is about uploading & distribution of Soil & water Health Card

Scope This unit /task covers the following:

Calculation of requirement of different elements

Preparation of Soil & Water Health Cards

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

Element Performance Criteria \ Skill Set

Calculation of requirement of different elements

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. calculate the quantity of elements present post conducting various chemical

test

PC2. interpret the analytical results- the units of measurement should reliably

indicate if a nutrient is deficient, adequate, or in excess (in some cases toxic to

plants

PC3. calculate the nutrient required for soil fertility management

Preparation of Soil & Water Health cards

To be crmpetent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC4. recommend the fertililizer and micro-nutrients doses (kg/Ha) based upon the soil

& water test calibrated for field conditions considering different factors such as

yield target, crop nutrient requirement, management of the crop, soil type,

method of fertilizer application, etc.

PC5. recommend the use of organic manure & green manure crops

PC6. recommend any amendment (Gypsum/Pyrite/Lime), if required

PC7. recommend integrated nutrient management practices to be adopted

PC8. upload the Soil & Water Health card on the portal

PC9. prepare Soil fertility map using GIS

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. Effective working relationships and how to work effectively with co workers,

customers and seniors KA2. Organizational needs and time management

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. Information provided in the Soil & Water Health Card KB2. Importance of Soil & Water Health Card KB3. Computer knowledge

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KB4. International Atomic Weights

KB5. Normality, Specific Gravity and Percent by weight of Acids and Ammonia

Reagent in the Laboratory

KB6. Approximate pH values of acid and alkali

KB7. List of the chemicals that serve as primary standard for the respective

reactions with their equivalent weights

KB8. Important Forumulas for calculation of available element & desired

requirement

KB9. Conversion factors for different elements

KB10. Some Indicator plants of nutrient deficiency

KB11. Introduction to the basic concept of sustainable practices

KB12. Soil health management- concepts, goals and components; methods of soil

health management

KB13. Concepts and importance of soil, water, air, organic matter and soil colloids

KB14. Criteria of essential nutrients and deficiency symptoms of nutrients

KB15. Introduction and concepts of instrumentations for soil analysis

KB16. Sustainable soil fertility management and suitable criteria for crops/ cropping

pattern

KB17. Integrated nutrient management

KB18. Soil amendments and crops residence management

KB19. Introduction to GPS and GIS and its utility for mapping and interpretation of

data for soil sampling

KB20. Importance of organic manure (animal manure and composts) and manuring

in sustainable agriculture

KB21. Irrigation and water management

KB22. Interpretation of soil analysis and specific land qualities for preparation of

Soil Health Card

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose and maintain

the process identification sheet SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Reading Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and

product information sheets

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Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. maintain effective working relationships SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with customers, seniors and coworkers SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from seniors

B. Professional Skills

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

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan and schedule various lab operations

Customer Centricity

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. manage relationships with customers, seniors & co-workers

Problem Solving

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an

optimum /best possible solution(s) SB6. identify creative and innovative quick solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. monitor instruments and equipment of the lab SB8. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,

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

Critical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. take up one’s own learning

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N8110

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied

Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries

Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development

Next review date 31/03/18

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Overview

This unit is about about overseeing activities of the lab assistant and training him/her in good

lab practices.

National Occupational

Standard

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Unit Code AGR/ N8111

Unit Title (Task)

Supervise & Train Lab Assistant in Good Lab Practices

Description This OS unit is about overseeing activities of the lab assistant and training him/her in good lab practices

Scope This unit /task covers the following:

Supervise the activities of the Lab Assistant

Train Lab Assistant in Good Lab Practices

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

Element Performance Criteria \ Skill Set

Supervise the activities of the Lab Assistant

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to: PC1. guide the Lab Assistant to adhere to safety & sanitation guidelines of the lab

PC2. oversee the data entry work undertaken by the assistant

PC3. oversee smooth execution of sample registration and timely dispatch of soil &

water health card

Train Lab Assistant in good lab practices

To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to train lab assistant to: PC4. calibrate equipments in accordance with written instructions

PC5. take observations post-experiment

PC6. register EC readings according to temperature

PC7. prepare 1000 ppm solutions of different elements

PC8. prepare standard solutions

PC9. upload the Soil & Water Health card on the portal

PC10. communicate effectively with customers

PC11. undertake good lab practices

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

B. Organizational Context

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA3. Effective working relationships and how to work effectively with co workers,

customers and seniors KA4. Organizational needs and time management

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB23. Basic Terminologies:

Standard Solution Normal Solution and Normality Normality Molar Solution and Molarity

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Molal Solution Percentage composition by weight Percentage composition by volume Parts per million (ppm) Milli equivalent per litre Titration

KB24. Good Lab Practices KB25. Method of preparation of standard solutions KB26. Different types of chemicals/reagent, their use & safe handling KB27. Different types of lab equipments and labwares & their working KB28. Uses of different types of lab equipments and labwares KB29. Safe Lab Operation Procedure KB30. Different types of register to be maintained in the lab KB31. Operation and maintenance of various lab equipment/instrument KB32. Computer Knowledge KB33. Information provided in the Soil & Water Health Card KB34. Importance of Soil & Water Health Card

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Writing Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose and maintain

the process identification sheet SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Reading Skills

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and

product information sheets

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. maintain effective working relationships SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with customers, seniors and coworkers SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from seniors

B. Professional Skills

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

Plan and Organize

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The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan and schedule various lab operations

Customer Centricity

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. manage relationships with customers, seniors & co-workers

Problem Solving

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an

optimum /best possible solution(s) SB6. identify creative and innovative quick solutions to resolve delays

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. monitor instruments and equipment of the lab SB8. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,

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

Critical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. take up one’s own learning

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N8111

Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture And Allied

Drafted on 12/01/16

Sub-sector Agriculture Industries

Last reviewed on 21/02/16

Occupation Research & Development

Next review date 31/03/18

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Qualification Pack For Soil & Water Testing Lab Technician

Annexure

Nomenclature for QP and NOS

Qualifications Pack

[ABC]/ Q 0101

Occupational Standard An example of NOS with ‘N’

[ABC] / N 0101

Q denoting Qualifications Pack Occupation (2 numbers)

QP number (2 numbers)

9 characters

N denoting National Occupational Standard Occupation (2 numbers)

OS number (2 numbers)

9 characters

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[Insert 3 letter code for SSC]

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Qualification Pack For Soil & Water Testing Lab Technician

The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above:

Sub-sector Range of Occupation

numbers

Agriculture Crop Production 01 – 40

Agriculture Allied Activities 41 – 60

Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy Management

61 - 70

Agriculture Industries 71 – 90

Generic Occupations 96 - 99

Sequence Description Example

Three letters Industry name AGR

Slash / /

Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q or N

Next two numbers Occupation code 01

Next two numbers OS number 01

Note:

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

future occupations in a segment

Occupation numbers from 91 – 95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any

emerging segment in future