Unit of competency Outline
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Develop an integrated pest management program
Develop an integrated pest management program
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPCM508
AHCPCM508
State Code
OCT17
OCT17
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop an integrated pest management (IPM) program, including determining IPM strategy, designing control measures, documenting the IPM program, and monitoring program activities and control procedures.The unit applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to develop an IPM program, and take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse and synthesise information, and analyse, design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, legislative and regulatory requirements, and sustainability and biosecurity practices.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine IPM strategy
- 1.1 Identify weed, pest and disease infestations, considering workplace requirements
- 1.2 Define weed, pest and disease relationships and vectors as key factors in developing the integrated pest management (IPM) program
- 1.3 Develop a system to assess the size and extent of any infestation
- 1.4 Assess business implications and urgency of action according to published data, workplace procedures and economic threshold
- 1.5 Identify and report conditions likely to impact on business viability
- 1.6 Determine the economic threshold for the crops grown
2. Design control measures for weeds, pests or diseases
- 2.1 Determine the appropriate method to control any weed, pest or disease issue that ensures limited impact on beneficial organisms and minimises the possibility of weeds, pests or diseases developing resistance
- 2.2 Develop strategies to ensure minimal or no risk of resistance developing in the range of weeds, pests or diseases identified
- 2.3 Confirm control measures account for the damage threshold of the particular crop and that product still conforms to market access and workplace requirements
- 2.4 Develop a weed, pest or disease prevention program where possible to minimise, limit or remove risk factors
- 2.5 Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for IPM strategy
- 2.6 Document IPM program according to workplace procedures
3. Monitor IPM program activities and control procedures
- 3.1 Monitor IPM program activities and identify thresholds for remedial action
- 3.2 Undertake and document remedial action or contingency plan where necessary
- 3.3 Confirm control procedures reflect sound implementation of IPM strategy and program, marketing objectives and business imperatives
- 3.4 Monitor control procedures and undertake remedial action where necessary
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL33 | AHCPCM506 | Develop an integrated pest management program | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGG5 | AHC50820 | Diploma of Nursery Management | Qualification |