Vermicompost Producer( 6 month course )

Vermicompost Producer

good quality vermicomposting production rich in nutrients and natural ingredients. Short Job Description: The participant in the role of vermicompost producer is expected to have the ability to produce quality vermicompost using the right types of worms, building materials, vermicomposting techniques in the right place / area. Qualifications: Must be an experienced agricultural worker and be willing to make plans. You must be careful to handle natural waste, farm waste or milk. It should not be vermiphobic or should not allow organic matter to thrive in the ground / underground. You need to be alert, active, and willing to work long hours in the open. Be responsible for your results and make independent decisions for your business Vermicompost Producer.

Identify appropriate site and prepare bed for vermicomposting Vermicompost Producer:

In order to be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC1. follow the health and safety requirements applicable to PC2. explore the dangers and potential dangers at work and use safety precautions to harm yourself and others with PC3. follow proper safety precautions while handling sharp tools and PC4 equipment. make sure the selected tools are in good working order Find the right place to prepare vermicompost To be competent, the user / person at work should be able to: PC5. choose a suitable location based on factors such as road availability; biological digestion; etc. PC6. ensure that the selected area is close to dairy farms or areas with a large population of cattle to purchase cow dung and farm waste PC7. ensure that water sources are available near vermicomposting PC8. ensure the availability of farm workers in the selected PC9 area. select the appropriate vermicomposting method based on the following Features: e.g. land acquisition; agricultural situation; budget; soil type; etc. Methods: underground pits; accumulation above ground; above ground tanks; cement rings; separated tanks; vermibed (HDPE, 350 GSM); etc Vermicompost Producer.

To be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC10. find the appropriate tools, accessories and building materials such as the vermicomposting method selection of used equipment: e.g. cement, bricks, Shabazz stones, asbestos sheets, stones, bamboo, plastics, wood, etc. bag with guns, sheet metal, plastic sheet, etc. PC11. identify the shaded area in the selected area to build the vermicompost unit as the approved PC12 process. provide workers with appropriate, safe and accurate instructions for any construction project and follow the same procedure when assisting in construction Prepare a vermicomposting bed To be effective, the user / person on the job must be able to: PC13. prepare words with the correct length / level using the appropriate materials as per the vermicomposting PC14 approved functions. make sure the bottom of the vermicomposting unit is covered with suitable materials such as tile cover, broken bricks, coarse sand, wet sand, coconut husk or polythene sheet, etc. PC15. choose the right type of materials to make sure such as the availability of resources and the practicality of materials: threads, waste paper, visual dust, corrugated cardboard, dry leaves, corn kernels, etc. PC16. ensure that the selected waste does not contain non-perishable materials such as stones, pieces of glass, plastics, tubes / ceramic lamp, etc. select the appropriate type of organic waste required to be used for bulk vermicomposting according to standard requirements Natural waste: e.g. sorghum and rice grass, dried leaves and plants, pea stalks, nuts, husks, soy residues, vegetable debris, parthenium-like weeds (before flowering), coconut fiber, trees and sugarcane, animal manure (excluding pork, animal manure and goat), dairy and poultry waste, food waste, bagasse, etc .; others such as animal manure, milk, food waste, chicken waste, etc. PC18. identify reliable sources (s) to ensure the continued availability of the required food / organic waste such as feed feed / worms PC19. make sure that the living waste is divided into smaller pieces
before mixing according to the best practices of vermicomposting PC20. ensure that the mixture is transferred to the vermicomposting unit following the approved procedures or as flexible layers of cool natural waste and cow dung to the correct PC21. ensure that the layer or pile height is maintained according to the quality requirements Vermicompost Producer

In order to be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC22. check that the upper layer of the vermicomposting unit is covered with soil, cow dung, leaves, fibers or other plant debris as a good behavior of vermicomposting PC23. ensure that the mixture or mass is allowed to rot in vermibed for the required length of days depending on the vermicomposting method selected by PC24. check that the appropriate humidity is maintained during the process in accordance with the requirements of the standard PC25 process. leave the workplace in a safe environment in accordance with health and environmental safety

Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes):

The user / person at work needs to know and understand: KA1. applicable law, standards, policies, and procedures in the workplace KA2. appropriate health and safety requirements applicable to workplace KA3. your job role and obligations and resources about KA4 work regulations. who can request assistance to obtain work-related information, specifications and KA5 funding. the importance of compliance with health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of non-compliance on consumer and business KA6. documents and related procedures applicable to the context of the work Vermicompost Producerl.

Technical Knowledge:

The user / person at work needs to know and understand: KB1. the use of appropriate protective equipment appropriate to the type of work KB2. the importance of following safety and hygiene practices in the workplace KB3. list of tools and materials used to build a vermicomposting unit and repair vermibed KB4. factors affecting local site selection with vercomposting KB5. different types of vermicomposting methods and how to select and use KB6. list of materials for making vermicompost unit KB7. various vermibed types and their details are KB8. various types of materials used to make vermibed KB9. techniques used to prepare vermicomposting beds KB10. various types of organic pollutants and their use of KB11. nutrients found in vermicompost such as Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), Phosphate (P), Potassium (P), etc. KB12. genetics / vermes feed KB13. how and where to buy feed KB14. the importance of maintaining the right amount of substrates in the composting unit KB15. the length of time allowed for the decomposition of organic waste

Core Skills/ Generic Skills:

The user / person at work needs to know and understand how to do this: SA1. to record costs incurred during the construction and purchase of goods in English or in the local SA2 language. write work-related tasks on the appropriate worksheet, tracker, register, etc. in most beds, in the completed work section, details of the size and quantity of bed adjustments, etc. in English or in your home language wherever SA3 prefers. recording details of work / problem-related issues and keeping track of corrective actions Vermicompost Producer.

Learning Skills A user / employee on the job needs to know and understand how to do this: SA4. read and interpret warnings / instructions given on tools and materials such as fungicide or insecticide in the local language or English or any other applicable SA5. read circulars / notices issued by the relevant authority or relevant agency for work-related information SA6. read and interpret written instructions in the local language where required oral communication (listening and speaking skills) The user / person at work needs to know and understand how to do this: SA7. to communicate with subordinates / colleagues and in a respectful manner SA8. transmit and share work-related information using the appropriate SA9 language. check and specify work-related information where necessary to prevent job misconduct and production B. Professional Skills Decisions A user / employee needs to know and understand how to do this: SB1. compliance with regulations / guidelines issued by the relevant authority or agencies involved in vermicomposting SB2. identify potential errors / errors in the work process and apply appropriate solutions to minimize losses and compromises on SB3 quality. when faced with difficult decisions seek clarification from planning authorities Plan and edit User / person at work needs to know and understand: SB4. plan and organize the work in such a way that all tasks are completed on time and in the specified SB5 details. edit and analyze SB6 performance information. basic concepts related to job creation include waste minimization, efficient use of resources and improved time Vermicompost Producer.

Customer Area The user / person at work needs to know and understand: SB7. check customer requirements, quality standards and outsourced SB8 performance. provide excellent customer service, commit to a timeline and maintain service level agreements at all times SB9. providing accurate information and maintaining professional relationships Problem Solving The user / person at work needs to know and understand: SB10. identify problems with work planning, processes, output and behavior and their implications SB11. Level and problem-solving strategy is SB12. identify SB13 problem-solving sources and support. seek help and support from other sources to solve SB14 problems. identify effective solutions SB15. seek proof of problem solving Analytical Thinking User / person at work needs to know and understand: SB16. use logical thinking to solve any work-related problems by analyzing previous experiences Critical Thinking The user / person at work needs to know and understand: SB17. find the impact of improper selection of materials, construction techniques, computerization methods, etc. in the final production results

Inoculate earthworms in prepared unit and manage vermicomposting process Vermicompost Producer:

In order to be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC1. identify a reliable source for the purchase of earthworm species for vermicomposting follow vermicomposting authorization practices while selecting earthworms type PC2. select suitable varieties of wormwood to make compost varieties: Eisenia fetid and Eudrilids Eugenie (exotic), Perionyx celebrates and Lampion Mauritia (native) PC3. ensure that the number of selected worms is appropriate and equal to the size of the named PC4. set preferred conditions before removing worms from bed Conditions: Proper nutrition (appropriate C / N), humidity (60-70%), temperature (between 20-30 degrees Celsius), light (avoid strong light), pH (not less than 6) and PC5 protection. ensure that organic waste is exposed to the required decomposition before introducing earthworms Example: 15 to 20 days (by vermicomposting method) Apply worms to the soil to be effective, user / person should be able to: PC6. check whether the selected worms are extracted from decaying materials such as PC7 required quality standards. ensure that the moisture level is maintained according to the normal composting method Vermicompost Producer;.

PC8. ensure that the decomposed matter is released sufficiently to allow air to pass through PC9. ensure that the pile is covered with appropriate materials such as leaves, bark, bamboo, dry plant waste, etc. PC10. protect the vermicomposting unit from adverse weather conditions, such as rain, wind, heat, etc. PC11. ensure that the worms are allowed to feed on the decaying material for the required time such as following the normal preparation process Feeding and handling the vermicomposting unit For it to work, the user / person at work must be able to: PC12. collect the required waste and cow dung to make a lot of vermicomposting with good vermicomposting PC13 practices. ensure that the collected materials are in good quantity as per the vermicomposting PC14 requirements. ensure that cow dung is dried in direct sunlight or allowed to cool to the specified length before using PC15. prepare feed in the worm transfer workshop after harvesting PC16. check that the bulk is allowed to rot for the required time PC17. spray water on the pile every 2-3 days to ensure that the temperature does not rise above the required PC18 level. allow excess water to flow out of this unit through built-in PC19 channels. collect excess water-rich nutrients / vermiwash in containers to continue using PC20. use authorized procedures to minimize material damage in relation to the selected vermicomposting type of attack control in order to be effective, the user / employee must be able to: PC21. ensure that the vermibed is well covered with appropriate materials such as wire mesh, bag with guns, etc. to prevent birds from choosing PC22 worms. adhere to proper agricultural practices to protect the earth’s worms from other animals and insects such as red worms, ants, flatworm, centipedes, mice, etc. favorable environmental conditions during the pathogenesis process such as’ CP2525. leave the workplace in a safe and environmentally friendly environment.

Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes):

The user / person at work needs to know and understand:
KA1. applicable laws, standards, policies, and procedures in the workplace
KA2. appropriate health and safety requirements applicable to the workplace
KA3. your role and responsibilities and related resources
operating rules
KA4. who can request assistance with work-related information,
clarification and support
KA5. the importance of following standards of health, hygiene, safety and quality as well
the impact of non-compliance with consumer and business standards
KA6. documents and related procedures applicable to the context of the work Vermicompost Producer.

Technical Knowledge:

The user / person at work needs to know and understand: KB1. the importance of using appropriate protective equipment for KB2. a range of tools and equipment used for worm infestation and the supply and protection management of KB3 preys. how can you identify a reliable source of KB4 worms. different types of worms used in vermicomposting KB5. the cost of worms and how to determine the requirements for the size of KB6. worm species that produce high quality vermicompost KB7. benefits of vermicompost than other types of fertilizer KB8. what is vermiwash and state its use of KB9. how to identify and maintain the desirable conditions of KB10 worms. appropriate strategies used to vaccinate KB11 worms. feed management and irrigation systems KB12. the importance of maintaining temperature control of the vermicompost unit / heap KB13. different species of worm-eating animals and how they can control KB14 attacks. proper use of fungicide and insecticide to control entry / invasion Vermicompost Producer.

Core Skills/ Generic Skills:

The user / person at work needs to know and understand how to do this: SA1. to record costs incurred in the maintenance of the unit and the purchase of earthworms in English or in the local language SA2. write work-related tasks on the appropriate worksheet, tracker, register, etc. by quantity of worms, stage of work performed, feed volume, watering time, temperature monitoring, etc. in English or in your home language wherever SA3 prefers. recording details of work / problem-related issues and keeping track of corrective actions

Learning Skills A user / employee on the job needs to know and understand how to do this: SA4. read and interpret warnings / instructions given on tools and materials such as fungicide or insecticide in the local language or English or any other applicable SA5. read circulars / notices issued by the relevant authority or relevant agency for work-related information SA6. read and interpret written instructions in the local language where required oral communication (listening and speaking skills) The user / person at work needs to know and understand how to do this: SA7. liaison with law enforcement / colleagues and with the honorable SA8 form. transmit and share work-related information using the appropriate SA9 language. check and specify work-related information where necessary to prevent job misconduct and production B. Professional Skills Decisions A user / employee needs to know and understand how to do this: SB1. compliance with regulations / guidelines issued by the relevant authority or agencies involved in vermicomposting SB2. identify potential errors / errors in the work process and apply appropriate solutions to minimize losses and compromises on SB3 quality. when faced with difficult decisions seek clarification from planning authorities Plan and edit User / person at work needs to know and understand: SB4. plan and organize the work in such a way that all tasks are completed on time and in the specified SB5 details. edit and analyze SB6 performance information. basic concepts related to job creation include waste minimization, efficient use and timely Customer Customer The user / person on the job needs to know and understand: SB7. check customer requirements, quality standards and outsourced SB8 performance. provide excellent customer service, commit to a timeline and maintain service level agreements at all times SB9. providing accurate information and maintaining professional relationships Problem Solving The user / person at work needs to know and understand: SB10. identify problems with work planning, processes, outputs and behaviors as well

Identify maturity of vermicompost and harvest using approved procedures:

In order to be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC1. use appropriate protective equipment appropriate to the type of work PPE: For example— gloves, pinafore, appropriate shoes, etc. PC2. find tools and materials needed for making harvesting processes Tools and materials: containers, safe, light source, scale, storage and packing, plastic sheet, etc. PC3. ensure that the selected tools and services are safe and secure using PC4. follow the health and safety guidelines applicable to the PC5 workplace. identify the appropriate category for composting on the basis of the following quality parameters: Color (black), texture (wet, loose, similar to aesthetic), weight (light) and odorless, etc. Harvest mature vermicompost In order to be competent, each user / individual at work must know: PC6. collecting the top layer follows the approved procedures and in accordance with the vermicomposting method used such as tub method, container, etc. PC7. ensure that harvesting of the worm spread is limited to the layer above the presence of the earth worm PC8. ensure that the collected vermicompost is stored in a shady dry place in accordance with approved PC9 procedures. feed the worms with rotten waste (prepared in the right proportions) to continue the proper compost cycle the type of method selected Vermicompost Producer.

To be competent, the user / person at work must be able to: PC10. remove the top layer of stable and mature compost before harvesting worms as approved PC11 procedure. perform worm harvesting using appropriate process type of vermicomposting process adopted Strategies: Examples – gripping method, sieving method, hand method, harvesting method, etc. PC12. make sure the collected vermiculture is divided into cocoons, juveniles, adults, etc. according to the needs of each job Activity requirements: For example – reusing corks, infants and more in the next compost; adults used as fish feed and farm animals; sells adults in the market; etc. Post-harvest Procedures In order to be effective, a user / employee must be able to: PC13. check whether approved post-harvest procedures are followed Procedures: Collect worms in containers, measure, plan, arrange, transfer to ready bed, prepare for sale, etc. PC14. re-apply the procedure by filling the bed with a prepared cigarette made with the required quantity and dosage according to the type of vermicomposting method selected by PC15. ensure that the collected compost is sun-dried and filtered to obtain high quality PC16 material. pick up compost in bags or containers made of suitable materials PC17. store bags or containers in a cool, dry place for PC18. ensure that pest control methods are followed during PC19 storage. leave the workplace in safe mode

Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes):

The user / person at work needs to know and understand: KA1. applicable law, standards, policies, and procedures in the workplace KA2. appropriate health and safety requirements applicable to workplace KA3. your job role and obligations and resources about KA4 work regulations. who can request assistance to obtain work-related information, specifications and KA5 funding. the importance of compliance with health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of non-compliance on consumer and business KA6. documents and related procedures applicable to the context of the work.

Guidelines for Assessment:

1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance
   Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for
   Theory and Skills Practical for each PC.
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC.
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each
   examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below).
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
   examination/training center based on this criteria.
5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% in aggregate.
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