Unit of competency Outline
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Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG302
AHCPMG302
State Code
BAL98
BAL98
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and assess the effect to plants of plant pests, diseases and disorders and plan and coordinate control measures.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess pests, disease and disorders
- 1.1 Identify and record plant pests, diseases, disorders and beneficial organisms in target area
- 1.2 Assess the scope, stage and size of the pests, diseases or disorders
- 1.3 Determine tolerable threshold of pests, diseases or disorders according to workplace requirements
2. Plan the implementation of plant pests, diseases and disorder control measures
- 2.1 Identify and select control options according to workplace requirements and environmental procedures
- 2.2 Select tools, equipment and machinery for control measure according to workplace procedures
- 2.3 Identify and assess health and safety in the workplace hazards, risks and implement controls according to workplace procedures
- 2.4 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment according to manufacturer instructions and health and safety in the workplace procedures
- 2.5 Ensure control measures comply with health and safety in the workplace policies and environmental regulations
3. Implement plant pests, diseases and disorder control measures
- 3.1 Coordinate control measures with work team, contractors and suppliers according to sequence and timing in consultation with supervisor
- 3.2 Implement control measures according to workplace procedures and industry best practice
- 3.3 Maintain records according to workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements
4. Monitor plant pests, diseases and disorder control methods
- 4.1 Monitor control measures to identify off-target effects
- 4.2 Assess effectiveness of management measures against planned outcomes according to workplace procedures
- 4.3 Adjust control methods where effectiveness has been below expectations
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7125 | AHCPMG302A | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | Unit of competency |