Unit of competency Outline
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Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG202
AHCPMG202
State Code
BAO90
BAO90
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 recognise plant pests, diseases and disorders, determine the treatment options and apply treatments 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.State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
- 1.1 Identify and record details of pest, disease or disorder and confirm with supervisor according to workplace procedures
- 1.2 Discuss and select appropriate control technique with the supervisor
- 1.3 Perform calculations according to control option and treatment requirements and confirm with supervisor
- 1.4 Select and prepare equipment for use according to workplace procedures, supervisor instructions and manufacturer specifications
- 1.5 Secure treatment area according to health and safety in the workplace procedures and supervisors instructions
- 1.6 Identify health and safety hazards and risks in the workplace and apply appropriate controls according to supervisor instructions
2. Apply treatments to plant pests, diseases and disorders
- 2.1 Identify, select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
- 2.2 Prepare treatments according to supervisor's instructions, chemical label instructions, safety data sheets and manufacturer instructions
- 2.3 Apply treatments to minimise damage and exposure to off-target species according to workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace and environmental legislative and regulatory requirements
3. Carry out post treatment operation
- 3.1 Clean and store personal protective equipment and application equipment according to workplace and environmental procedures
- 3.2 Dispose of treatment waste according to environmental procedures
- 3.3 Maintain records according to workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7123 | AHCPMG202A | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders | Unit of competency |