This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to inspect premises and surrounding areas for timber pests. The unit covers assessing the nature and extent of the timber pest and timber pest activity, analysing the situation, and preparing an inspection report on managing the timber pest activity.Inspections may be initiated by a general client request or a government authority. They may apply to pre-purchase, pre-construction or post-construction projects. The unit supports pest management technicians responsible for managing timber pests and timber pest activity that impact on the health, safety or amenity of persons or environments in domestic, commercial or industrial premises. Timber pests may occur in internal and external surfaces of buildings, landscaping, recreational equipment, timber fences, furniture, railings, bridges and stairs. Types of timber pests vary in different geographic regions and this unit applies to those timber pests found in the geographic area.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to pest management in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.