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Clean and decontaminate clandestine drug sites

Clean and decontaminate clandestine drug sites

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO4106
State Code
ODO69
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/10/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to clean and decontaminate sites used for the production of illegal drugs. Sites include clandestine drug laboratories used to manufacture or ‘cook’ illicit drugs, especially methamphetamine and grow houses used to grow an illegal crop of cannabis (marijuana). The unit includes analysis of the site, the selection and application of safe and efficient methods suited to the task followed by validation of the remediation activities. It includes isolating the contaminated area, removing all unsalvageable contaminated materials, surfaces and contents and cleaning, sanitising, and disinfecting the area. The unit is informed by standards set by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and relevant Australian Standards and applies to experienced technicians responding to jobs in commercial and domestic sites. This unit is suitable for cleaning industry personnel who use well-developed cognitive, technical and communication skills and a broad knowledge base to select and apply specialist methods, tools, materials and information in operational cleaning management contexts. They complete routine and non-routine activities and provide and transmit solutions to a variety of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Inspect and assess the site.
  • 1.1 Confirm that site has been released by police and clarify site access, areas to be restored and scope of work with building owner, client, insurer or supervisor.
  • 1.2 Determine job requirements based on the state of the site, the chemicals found through testing, processes used and the period of time, the clandestine laboratory was active according to WHS and organisational requirements.
  • 1.3 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.4 Assess site hazards, risks and contamination and determine control measures, including containment and engineering controls required, according to WHS requirements.
  • 1.5 Investigate materials and construction of affected structure and contents to determine if disposal is required or restoration is viable.
  • 1.6 Seek specialist advice, where required, according to job, organisational and legislative requirements.
  • 1.7 Document condition of area to be restored and advise client, building owner or insurer of the results of the assessment, proposed remediation methods, risks and likely outcomes and seek approval to proceed according to organisational requirements.
2 Prepare to undertake cleaning and decontamination.
  • 2.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to confirm that area is safe from hazards and risks according to WHS requirements.
  • 2.2 Secure the site and implement adequate containment measures and engineering controls to avoid cross-contamination according to organisational and WHS requirements.
  • 2.3 Identify and dispose of materials and items that are unable to be remediated according to organisational and WHS requirements.
  • 2.4 Determine appropriate remediation methods equipment, cleaning agents and sequence of tasks for maximum safety, efficiency and decontamination according to environmental, WHS, manufacturer instructions and organisational requirements.
3 Clean and decontaminate site.
  • 3.1 Apply appropriate method, equipment and cleaning agents to decontaminate materials according to manufacturer, WHS and job requirements.
  • 3.2 Clean and disinfect site, surfaces and contents according to manufacturer, WHS and job requirements.
  • 3.3 Determine sources of residual odour and select appropriate odour counteractant according to job and WHS requirements.
4 Evaluate outcomes of site decontamination.
  • 4.1 Determine the need for post-decontamination testing and, if required, arrange testing according to industry accepted practice and organisational procedures.
  • 4.2 Determine further action or advice required based on evaluation or test results.
  • 4.3 Conduct repeat decontamination, as needed, according to organisational and job requirements.
5 Complete work activities.
  • 5.1 Record site remediation and seek independent verification or sign-off, as required, according to job, environmental and WHS requirements.
  • 5.2 Remove safety signage barriers, containment and engineering controls and dispose of soil and waste according to WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 5.3 Clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational requirements.
  • 5.4 Check equipment for faults, wear or damage and report according to organisational requirements.
  • 5.5 Store equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHD7 CPP40421 Certificate IV in Cleaning Qualification