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Control predators and pests

Control predators and pests

Unit of competency
National Code
SFIAQU214
State Code
OAS44
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/10/2019
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
21/10/2019
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and assist in erecting, installing and maintaining structures to control common predators or pests that might threaten cultured or held stock.The unit applies to individuals who undertake routine tasks in controlling actual and potential predator and pest problems in aquaculture environments under the direction of a supervisor. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for predator or pest control
  • 1.1 Identify problem predator and pest species that have potential effects on cultured or held stock
  • 1.2 Observe behaviour and intensity of predators or pests, including any abnormal behaviour in stock, and report to supervisor
  • 1.3 Receive and confirm instructions with supervisor for predator or pest control
  • 1.4 Collect required equipment, including personal protective equipment, and check for serviceability
2. Set up and maintain predator or pest control structures and equipment
  • 2.1 Assist with installing control structures and equipment using safe work practices
  • 2.2 Inspect control structures and equipment, and report problems to supervisor
  • 2.3 Carry out basic repairs and maintenance following supervisor instructions
  • 2.4 Clear and remove vegetation or other materials that can harbour or shelter pests and predators
3. Assist with disposal of wastes and mortalities
  • 3.1 Check and prepare collection equipment and holding or storage facilities
  • 3.2 Collect wastes and mortalities and transfer to holding or storage facilities
  • 3.3 Dispose of wastes and mortalities according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Minimise stock stress or damage following workplace procedures
4. Complete post-predator or pest control activities
  • 4.1 Clean work area and dispose of waste materials safely according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Check and store tools and equipment, reporting any identified repair requirements to supervisor
  • 4.3 Record relevant data and observations and report any abnormal records to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9134 SFIAQUA221A Control predators and pests Unit of competency