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Work effectively in a pest management environment

Work effectively in a pest management environment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG203
State Code
BAT53
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and apply industry and workplace procedures and standards to daily work activities when working in the pest management sector. It requires the ability to identify and follow legislative and procedural requirements while under supervision. The unit applies to individuals working in a broad range of job contexts who undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.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. Demonstrate basic understanding of pest management principles
  • 1.1 Identify common invasive pests according to workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Identify characteristics of pest species and their impacts on the community and environment
  • 1.3 Identify workplace pest management plans
  • 1.4 Recognise workplace strategies for pest management according to supervisor instructions
  • 1.5 Identify and recognise the effects of pests on workplace performance
  • 1.6 Identify and apply personal responsibilities according to workplace procedures and pest management practices
2. Work within industry guidelines, procedures and legislation
  • 2.1 Assist with identifying key stakeholders and contribute to stakeholder engagement and consultation processes
  • 2.2 Apply health and safety in the workplace practices according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Identify and apply environmental, legislative, ethical and organisational requirements when working in the pest management sector
  • 2.4 Identify licenses, permits and permissions required to enter a property for the purpose of pest management activities
  • 2.5 Apply standard operating procedures and Codes of Practice to field of work
  • 2.6 Implement procedures ethically according to legislative, licensing and procedural requirements
3. Use technology, equipment and tools to carry out work tasks
  • 3.1 Identify and use suitable navigational tools for workplace orientation
  • 3.2 Calibrate or prepare equipment for use according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Use communication devices according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Operate a range of equipment and tools required for work tasks according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Identify equipment faults and take corrective action according to workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Maintain records for pest control program according to workplace procedures
4. Prioritise and undertake daily work activities
  • 4.1 Clarify methods and target area for the pest management program with senior officer
  • 4.2 Identify, prioritise and carry out work tasks within designated timeframes according to work instructions
  • 4.3 Identify and select equipment required to carry out pest management program according to treatment option
  • 4.4 Review and report factors affecting work task completion to your supervisor
  • 4.5 Dispose of waste material in accordance with workplace procedures and biosecurity practices
  • 4.6 Monitor worksite for pest management program effectiveness and report outcomes to your supervisor
  • 4.7 Conduct all work activities according to health and safety in the workplace procedures
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