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Identify pest control strategies

Identify pest control strategies

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTPOP033
State Code
OCS14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
18/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2021
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
15/04/2021
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor pest problems in the community that could potentially affect the health of householders and community members and identify appropriate methods of control.This unit applies to work in a public health context and workers at this level will demonstrate judgement and limited responsibility within defined guidelines.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify potential pest problems in the community.
  • 1.1. Monitor signs of pest problems in the household and community that could potentially pose a risk to people’s health.
  • 1.2. Identify environmental conditions contributing to problems.
  • 1.3. Discuss potential problems with householders and community members to ascertain the nature and extent of problems.
  • 1.4. Identify type of pest, activity level and location of harbourages.
  • 1.5. Estimate density of infestation from available evidence of pest activity.
  • 1.6. Report findings in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
2. Identify strategies to assist with the control of pests in the community.
  • 2.1. Seek information on strategies and methods to control different pests in the community.
  • 2.2. Obtain information on advantages and disadvantages and any obstacles that may exist in relation to various methods.
  • 2.3. Seek additional advice from key people and outside agencies.
3. Determine the best form of pest eradication or control methods for the community.
  • 3.1. Discuss potential strategies with the organisation, community and relevant others to determine the best course of action.
  • 3.2. Assess options to determine the most effective solutions for the identified problem.
  • 3.3. Assist in the development and implementation of a work plan in relation to the identified pest eradication or control strategies.
  • 3.4. Identify and action issues requiring referrals to key people and outside agencies.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVZ47 HLTPOP017 Identify pest control strategies Unit of competency