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Manage the implementation of legislation

Manage the implementation of legislation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPMG506
State Code
BAQ68
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the implementation of legislation and develop procedures to support and advise landholders to ensure compliance within organisational guidelines or legislative requirements relating to the management of pests, including weeds, vertebrate and/or invertebrate pests.The unit applies to individuals who take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area and analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.Pest control legislation and regulations apply in all states and territories and must be adhered to. User are advised to check details with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop procedures to identify infestations and locations
  • 1.1 Analyse and interpret pest legislation
  • 1.2 Develop procedures to identify land ownership, and responsibilities of stakeholders, according to legislation
  • 1.3 Develop procedures to contact landowners, and issue notifications of pest control requirements, according to agency and regulatory requirements
  • 1.4 Verify record-keeping documents comply with regulatory requirements
  • 1.5 Develop and implement procedures for serving notices
  • 1.6 Develop and implement guidelines on collecting evidence and reporting findings
  • 1.7 Establish organisational policy to provide assistance and advice to landholders in implementing pest management plans
2. Administer the implementation of legislation
  • 2.1 Interpret, analyse and evaluate existing policy, and provide recommendations
  • 2.2 Determine need for legal action
  • 2.3 Explain policies for right of entry to work team for them to communicate to landowners
  • 2.4 Verify monitoring program identifies contravention of existing legislation
  • 2.5 Issue and serve penalty notices according to contraventions and workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Provide pest management advice to landholders
  • 2.7 Collate evidence and findings for court or legal representative
  • 2.8 Prepare ministerial briefs according to workplace procedures and legislative requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7141 AHCPMG506A Manage the implementation of legislation Unit of competency