Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Vertebrate Pest Management
Certificate III in Vertebrate Pest Management
AHC31810
D484
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 01/03/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in vertebrate pest management. The vertebrate pest management industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of twelve (12) units made up of:- three (3) core units and
- nine (9) elective units;
- a minimum of four (4) units must come from elective group A
- a minimum of three (3) units must come from elective groups A or B
- a maximum of two (2) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II, III or IV in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in vertebrate pest management.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7093 | AHCOHS301A | Contribute to OHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7318 | AHCWRK313A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D6759 | AHCCHM303A | Prepare and apply chemicals | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) units must come from elective group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7271 | AHCVPT306A | Apply animal trapping techniques | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7264 | AHCVPT201A | Clear features that harbour pest animals | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D6757 | AHCCHM301A | Conduct fumigation in enclosed spaces | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D6761 | AHCCHM305A | Conduct manual fumigation of vertebrate and invertebrate pests | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D7269 | AHCVPT304A | Conduct vertebrate pest activities from aircraft | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7267 | AHCVPT302A | Implement vertebrate pest control program | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D7265 | AHCVPT202A | Muster pest animals | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D7268 | AHCVPT303A | Survey pest animals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7270 | AHCVPT305A | Tag and locate Judas animals | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D6760 | AHCCHM304A | Transport, handle and store chemicals | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D7266 | AHCVPT203A | Use firearms to humanely destroy animals | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) units must come from Groups A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1500 | CPPSIS4005A | Collect basic GPS data | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7312 | AHCWRK305A | Coordinate work site activities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6813 | AHCEXP301A | Handle and store explosives | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6814 | AHCEXP302A | Identify and select explosive products | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S4590 | FPICOT3202A | Navigate in remote or trackless areas | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S4588 | FPICOT2234A | Operate 4x4 vehicle | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7028 | AHCMOM315A | Operate chemical application machinery and equipment | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D7017 | AHCMOM304A | Operate machinery and equipment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D6815 | AHCEXP303A | Prepare and use explosives | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7316 | AHCWRK310A | Provide on-job training support | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7310 | AHCWRK303A | Respond to emergencies | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S249 | RTD30102 | Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDB2 | AHC33616 | Certificate III in Pest Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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