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Develop a regional pest management plan

Develop a regional pest management plan

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG501
State Code
OCT02
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a pest management plan that applies to a large or regional area. It also describes the skills and knowledge required to gain agreement and commitment from stakeholders to implement the plan, which is used by land managers who practice sustainable land management principles and require a collaborative approach with neighbouring landholders.The unit applies to individuals who take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They demonstrate deep knowledge in specific technical areas, are able to analyse and synthesise information, and analyse, design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine goals of the plan
  • 1.1 Define pest problem and determine scope of pest management plan
  • 1.2 Establish a steering committee where a need has been identified
  • 1.3 Determine consultation requirements
  • 1.4 Determine and document goals through consultation with stakeholders
  • 1.5 Assess and document pest management options for goals of management plan
2. Set specific objectives for the pest management plan
  • 2.1 Define and document objectives to be achieved in consultation with stakeholders
  • 2.2 Define roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in delivering objectives
3. Identify activities required to achieve specific objectives
  • 3.1 Determine and document activities required to achieve objectives in consultation with stakeholders
  • 3.2 Prioritise activities and seek commitment from stakeholders
  • 3.3 Conduct risk management assessment for community, environment, workplace health and safety and production
  • 3.4 Confirm activities align with pest management plan, and environmental, sustainability and biosecurity policies and legislation
  • 3.5 Determine measurable performance metrics for objectives
  • 3.6 Determine monitoring, evaluation and reporting methods
4. Publish the plan
  • 4.1 Verify that plan complies with biosecurity, legislative and national and state or territory strategic policies
  • 4.2 Submit draft plan to stakeholders for review and feedback
  • 4.3 Finalise plan from stakeholder feedback and seek endorsement
  • 4.4 Publish and distribute plan according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL61 AHCPMG507 Develop a regional pest management plan Unit of competency