Unit of competency details

Elements and Performance Criteria 

Element 

Performance Criteria 

1

Prepare for application of pest control measures 

1.1

Legal and workplace requirements for fumigation are followed in accordance with work order

1.2

Fumigation/spray application requirements are followed using silo and grain storage information in accordance with manufacturers instructions

1.3

Written records are confirmed by site measurements and observations

1.4

Access and site specific safety requirements to meet legislation and workplace instructions are determined

1.5

Equipment is checked for conformance to workplace requirements and manufacturers specifications

1.6

Where applicable, storage is checked for gas-proofing in accordance with manufacturers and workplace instructions prior to fumigation

2

Apply pest control measures 

2.1

Personal protective equipment and engineering controls are used as instructed

2.2

Fumigant and spray applications are applied in accordance with manufacturers and workplace instructions

2.3

Warning signs are placed in accordance with legislative and workplace requirements

2.4

Application is monitored to ensure effectiveness of operation

2.5

Empty fumigant containers are returned to the manufacturer, retailer or disposed of in accordance with legislative and workplace requirements

2.6

Baits are prepared in accordance with legislation and manufacturers instructions

2.7

Baits are placed in accordance with site requirements and manufacturers instructions

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge :

Regulations relevant to the application of grain protection measures in grain storage facilities

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection procedures and guidelines

Workplace procedures and policies for the application of grain protection measures

Problems that may occur when applying grain protection measures and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve the problems

Equipment applications, capacities, configurations, safety hazards and control mechanisms

Characteristics of commodity types, varieties and grades, and their identification

Emergency response procedures

Storage and safe handling procedures for fumigants, chemicals and other grain protection materials

Procedures for environmental control and disposal activities

Site layout and obstacles

Required skills :

Communicate effectively with others when applying grain protection measures

Read and interpret instructions, procedures information and labels relevant to the application of grain protection measures

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the application of grain protection measures

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when applying grain protection measures

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when applying grain protection measures in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may arise when applying grain protection measures

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the application of grain protection measures

Plan own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Set up and maintain grain protection equipment

Identify, select and efficiently and effectively use equipment needed when applying grain protection measures

Identify pests that infest grain in grain storage facilities

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment 

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

RANGE STATEMENT 

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Work may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Workplace environment may include movement of:

equipment

goods

products

materials

vehicular traffic

Work is carried out in accordance with:

required OH&S procedures

hazard control strategies, including the use of personal protective equipment

manufacturers instructions and labels for the use of fumigants and pest control chemicals

Pest control activities may include:

spraying

baiting

use of controlled fumigants

Fumigation inert gas may be for the purposes of:

treating identified pests

for meeting grain quality standards

Pest control agents:

must be used in accordance with relevant Commonwealth, state or territory legislation

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

chemicals and pesticides

dangerous or hazardous substances

stationary and moving equipment, parts and materials

noise, light, energy sources

electrical equipment

humidity, air temperature, radiant heat

debris on floor

faulty equipment

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

protective clothing

respirators and fume/dust masks

high visibility clothing

Requirements for work may include:

site restrictions and procedures

licensing requirements

use of safety and personal protective equipment

communications/recording equipment

authorities and permits

emergency procedures

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

fax

email/internet

electronic data interchange (EDI)

RF systems

oral, aural or signed communications

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel

supervisors and managers

existing and potential customers/clients

manufacturers of pesticides

suppliers and contractors

union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

maintenance, professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

workplace procedures

organisational procedures

established or standard procedures

Information/documents may include:

operations manuals, job specifications and procedures

induction documentation

competency standards and training materials

manufacturers specifications, labels and instructions for fumigants, chemicals and equipment

material safety data sheets

workplace operating procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

Australian and international standards, criteria and certification requirements

codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code

relevant regulations including the ADG Code

award, workplace bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

OH&S procedures

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant codes and regulations pertaining to grain storage

legislation regarding the use of fumigants/poisons

ADG Code and regulations pertaining to the storage and handling of dangerous and hazardous goods

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian and international standards and certification requirements

workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

workers compensation regulations