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Inspect for and report on timber pests

Inspect for and report on timber pests

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPUPM3008
State Code
OBI52
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to inspect premises and surrounding areas for timber pests. It includes collecting and testing evidence from the site, assessing the type of timber pest, nature of activity and extent of damage, and preparing an inspection report with recommendations for timber pest management.Types of timber pests vary in different geographic regions. This unit applies to those timber pests found in the local geographic area.A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in pest management in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm work and compliance requirements and assess work site.
  • 1.1 Review work instructions to confirm client requirements, site location and inspection timeframes, and clarify expectations with relevant persons.
  • 1.2 Review workplace policies and procedures and regulatory and industry requirements for timber pest inspections and reports and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
  • 1.3 Access and review documentation for the work site to establish a history of previous building or pest inspections, treatments or safety issues.
  • 1.4 Access work site and assess physical characteristics and surrounding environment according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.5 Assess type and nature of structures and construction methods at the work site according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.6 Locate typical timber pest pressure areas to ensure inspection targets probable timber pest activity.
  • 1.7 Record assessment results and obtain verbal agreement from client to proceed with general timber pest inspection or written agreement for pre-purchase inspection.
2 Plan and prepare for site inspection.
  • 2.1 Identify hazards associated with inspection tasks and assess and control risks at the site according to workplace requirements.
  • 2.2 Select inspection tools and equipment and fit required personal protective equipment according to workplace requirements.
  • 2.3 Plan systematic and comprehensive inspection and recording methods based on work site assessment and work instructions.
3 Inspect for timber pests.
  • 3.1 Inspect premises and surrounds using predetermined methods and record results according to workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 3.2 Inspect and collect evidence of timber pest activity at the work site.
  • 3.3 Identify timber pest risk factors and requirements for further inspections and discuss recommendations with client.
4 Confirm pest type, activity and extent of damage
  • 4.1 Analyse and test collected evidence to clarify type of timber pest and timber pest activity.
  • 4.2 Analyse inspection records and test results to identify previous or current types of timber pests and to confirm infestation locations and extent of damage.
  • 4.3 Locate timber pest source and site conditions conducive to infestation.
  • 4.4 Estimate previous, current and potential impacts of timber pest activity on the work site and record findings.
5 Prepare and distribute inspection report.
  • 5.1 Document inspection report detailing inspection outcomes, evidence and risk analysis and pest management recommendations according to work instructions, workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 5.2 Distribute inspection report to relevant persons according to work instructions, workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 5.3 Securely maintain all inspection documentation, evidence and client records according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVE23 CPPPMT3008 Inspect for and report on timber pests Unit of competency