Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with company procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements and industrial awards and agreements
Workplace information
Workplace information may include:
pest management program
pesticide labels
work instructions
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
specifications
materials safety data sheets (MSDS)
manufacturers' advice
standard forms and reports
Hazardous substances
Work may involve:
exposure to chemicals and other hazardous substances and may require working in accordance with a permit to work
Pests
Pests include:
vertebrates, such as birds, rats and mice
invertebrates, such as insects
Pest control methods
Pest control methods may include:
fumigation
application of insecticides, dusts, gas and/or baits (using registered controlled and generally available substances)
Where use of pesticides include work conditions covered by National Occupational Health and Safety Commission and/or state and territory health and safety authorities, the assessment criteria and methods prescribed by these authorities must also be met
Selection of control measures
Selection of control measures occurs in the context of an existing program
Application equipment
Application equipment may include:
automated reticulation systems
sprayers
misters and dosing equipment
Tests
Tests may include:
testing the level of fumigant in the atmosphere and pressure testing
Records
Records are maintained to meet legal and company requirements

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
conduct pest inspections
identify pest infestations and select suitable control measures
implement pest control measures in accordance with procedure
monitor effectiveness of controls
assess control procedures and contribute to improvement of pest control
complete workplace records as required
apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls
apply food safety procedures

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
work procedures, including advice on safe work practices, food safety and environmental requirements
pesticide labels
MSDS and personal protective clothing and equipment
pest management program and procedures
pest management compounds and equipment
housekeeping procedures and cleaning schedules in the work area, such as storage, production and/or packaging areas
documentation and record keeping system.

Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. Examples could be:
FDFOP2011A Conduct routine maintenance
FDFOP2013A Apply sampling procedures
MSL973001A Perform basic tests.

Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.