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Assess and monitor weed, pest and/or disease control programs

Assess and monitor weed, pest and/or disease control programs

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG408A
State Code
D7135
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/06/2014
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
24/06/2014
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit covers assessing and monitor week, pest and/or disease control programs and covers the process of planning for the control of weed, pests and/or disease and defines the standard required to: assess the level of weed, pest and/or disease infestation; implement weed, pest and/or disease strategies based on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles; monitor the effectiveness of weed, pest and/or disease strategies; maintain records of the weed, pest and/or disease program.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for implementation
  • 1.1. Documents within the organisation that detail the requirements of the IPM program are identified and obtained.
  • 1.2. The frequency of assessment, the size of any sample area, the available budgets for operations, and the target species for assessment are identified from the organisations weed, pest and/or disease control plans.
  • 1.3. The method(s) of assessment/measurement and of control for each target species is identified from the organisations weed, pest and/or disease control plans.
  • 1.4. The resources required for the assessment and control operations are assessed and calculated from the area to be assessed, the available timelines, the available resources, and the methods of control required.
  • 1.5. Measurable indicators, specifications and targets are determined, based on the target species and the potential impacts on growth.
  • 1.6. A plan to implement the IPM program is developed, and clearly describes its scheduling, resources, responsibilities, target species, specific location(s) and performance targets for both the assessment and the control phases.
  • 1.7. Discussions are held with operational personnel and immediate management to discuss the implementation plan.
  • 1.8. Any approvals that are required for the control operations are identified, sought and obtained.
  • 1.9. The implementation plan is clearly articulated and documented, as required, by the organisations policies and procedures.
2. Assess weed, pest and/or disease infestations
  • 2.1. People, materials and equipment required for the assessment are coordinated and scheduled according to the prepared plan.
  • 2.2. The procedures and tools to be used, the kind of records that are to be taken, and any potential hazards that might be faced are clearly communicated to operational personnel.
  • 2.3. Observations are made and data collected according to the requirements of the implementation plan.
  • 2.4. The size and scope of any infestations, and the potential impact on plant growth are assessed and calculated.
  • 2.5. Treatments for the infestation are selected from the options detailed in the IPM plan.
3. Implement weed, pest and/or disease control strategies
  • 3.1. People, materials and equipment required for the implementation of the selected control strategies are coordinated and scheduled according to the prepared plan.
  • 3.2. All control operations are undertaken in a manner which ensures that potential negative environmental impacts are minimised or eliminated, including the proper disposal of containers and drums.
  • 3.3. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, assessed, and responsible action taken throughout the control operations.
  • 3.4. The procedures and tools to be used, the kind of records that are to be taken, and any potential hazards that might be faced are clearly communicated to operational personnel, and confirmation of the clear communication is sought.
  • 3.5. Any documentation that is required to be kept by either the organisation or OHS guidelines is completed clearly and accurately.
  • 3.6. Operational staff and any contractors are communicated with regularly to ensure smooth operation and progress.
  • 3.7. Advice is given to operational staff and any contractors during the control operations when requested, or when the need is identified.
4. Monitor weed, pest and/or disease control operations
  • 4.1. Monitoring points outlined in the implementation plan are adhered to.
  • 4.2. Checks are made to ensure that the OHS requirements are being observed and followed.
  • 4.3. Checks are made to ensure that the site environmental requirements are being observed and followed.
  • 4.4. Operational staff and any contractors are communicated with regularly to ensure smooth operation and progress.
  • 4.5. Checks are made to ensure that the documentation required by the organisation, or other regulating bodies, is completed clearly and accurately during the progress of the control operations.
  • 4.6. Where any corrective action or amendment to the implementation plan is required the action is initiated and taken.
5. Complete weed, pest and/or disease control operation
  • 5.1. All waste materials and substances are removed from site and stored or disposed of responsibly.
  • 5.2. Documentation is collated and stored according to the requirements of the organization.
  • 5.3. Recommendations for future control operations are prepared based on the conduct of the operation, the data collected, and the discussions had during the operation.
  • 5.4. Where it is required, a report on the conduct of the assessment and control operations is made including the key aspects of the operation.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Targeted pests may include:
insects
weeds
pathogens
vertebrates
nematodes and molluscs
weeds may be those which are:
annual
perennial
broad leaf
narrow leaf
grasses
invertebrate pests may include:
thrips
mites
nematodes
locusts or caterpillars
vertebrate pests might include:
rabbits
rats
mice
macropods
birds
diseases may include:
foliar pathogens
soil borne pathogens.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assess the level of weed, pest and/or disease infestation
implement weed, pest and/or disease strategies based on IPM principles
monitor the effectiveness of weed, pest and/or disease strategies
maintain records of the weed, pest and/or disease program.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3455 RTE4401A Control weeds, pests and/or diseases in crops Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAN45 AHCPMG410 Implement the pest monitoring and evaluation plan Unit of competency