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Control timber pests

Control timber pests

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPUPM3010
State Code
OBI51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare and implement a plan to manage timber pests. It includes reviewing existing reports relating to timber pest activity at the premises and planning, implementing and monitoring strategies to control timber pests. The unit requires selecting equipment, chemicals, materials and methods to effectively manage the timber pest problem.Types of timber pests vary in different geographic regions. This unit applies to those timber pests found in the local geographic area.A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in pest management in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm work and compliance requirements.
  • 1.1 Review work instructions and inspection report to confirm client and site requirements and clarify issues with relevant persons.
  • 1.2 Review workplace policies and procedures and regulatory and industry requirements for timber pest management and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
2 Develop timber pest management plan.
  • 2.1 Select methods to control timber pests based on inspection report, work site environment and client, workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 2.2 Identify and organise equipment required to control timber pests according to workplace requirements.
  • 2.3 Calculate quantities of materials necessary to manage timber pests according to workplace requirements.
  • 2.4 Document timber pest management plan for work site that meets client and workplace requirements.
  • 2.5 Discuss proposed timber pest management plan with client, respond to issues and concerns and obtain approval to proceed with implementation.
3 Prepare to control timber pests.
  • 3.1 Install signs or barriers to maximise protection of public health and safety during treatment operation, notify occupants, and implement other risk control measures required to manage hazards identified at the work site.
  • 3.2 Identify factors affecting completion of timber pest control activities or compliance and obtain required information or assistance.
  • 3.3 Select and fit required personal protective equipment (PPE) according to workplace requirements.
  • 3.4 Select, check and prepare equipment and materials required for timber pest control activities according to manufacturers’ instructions, safety data sheets (SDS), workplace and compliance requirements.
4 Implement timber pest management plan.
  • 4.1 Install or apply pest control materials identified in pest management plan according to manufacturers’ instructions, workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 4.2 Carry out timber pest control procedures according to pest management plan, workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 4.3 Check effectiveness of pest control measures against timber pest management plan and take required remedial actions to ensure optimal results.
  • 4.4 Recognise and promptly respond to emergency situation according to workplace requirements.
5 Finalise work and complete documentation.
  • 5.1 Remove tools, equipment, materials and waste from pest management activities and restore work site to meet client and compliance requirements.
  • 5.2 Eliminate hazards prior to site handover and remove signage or barriers according to workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 5.3 Notify relevant persons of residual hazards, necessary hazard reduction measures and site re-entry periods.
  • 5.4 Clean and decontaminate equipment and PPE according to manufacturers’ instructions and workplace requirements.
  • 5.5 Check equipment and PPE to confirm safe and correct operation, record required maintenance and store to allow ready access and re-use.
  • 5.6 Treat exposed skin to remove any contamination according to product manufacturers’ instructions and workplace requirements.
  • 5.7 Prepare and issue required certificates and notices according to compliance requirements.
  • 5.8 Complete and distribute pest management documentation to meet workplace and compliance requirements.
6 Monitor effectiveness of timber pest treatment.
  • 6.1 Establish periodic contact schedule with client according to workplace requirements.
  • 6.2 Maintain regular liaison with client to monitor effectiveness of timber pest treatment according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVE24 CPPPMT3010 Control timber pests Unit of competency