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Implement the pest prevention program

Implement the pest prevention program

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPTEC3002
State Code
OAO27
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement an existing pest prevention program in a food processing environment.The unit applies to individuals who typically have responsibility for inspecting food products and implementing control procedures while working under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, with limited responsibility for the work of others.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor the effectiveness of pest prevention measures
  • 1.1 Interpret requirements of the pest prevention program
  • 1.2 Identify and fit personal protective equipment according to job requirements
  • 1.3 Identify hygiene standards to meet health and safety and workplace requirements
  • 1.4 Conduct inspections to identify signs of pest infestation and record results according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Analyse results and report on signs of pest infestation according to workplace procedures
2. Implement pest elimination procedures
  • 2.1 Select control measures suited to infestation according to pest prevention program
  • 2.2 Implement procedures for eliminating pests according to health and safety requirements in the workplace
  • 2.3 Maintain records according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Collect, treat and dispose of waste according to workplace procedures
3. Review pest control program
  • 3.1 Monitor pest infestation to confirm effectiveness of treatment method
  • 3.2 Modify pest treatment method according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Report changes to treatment program to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4736 FDFTEC3002A Implement the pest prevention program Unit of competency