Modification History
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Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
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1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Qualification Description
This qualification provides occupation outcomes for pest management field officers, vertebrate pest management field officers and spray operators in the pest management industry. The qualification covers those who work in weed management as well as vertebrate pest management in conservation, land management, horticulture and agriculture settings.
Job functions may include:
- participating in strategic invasive species management practices
- preparing for and carrying out management programs, under general direction
- completing and assessing management programs under general direction
- carrying out weed management programs that require chemical spraying
- record keeping
Some job functions covered by this qualification may require occupational licencing or certification. Specific determination should be sought through the relevant State or Territory agency.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 12
- Core Units = 3
- Elective Units =9
Core Units
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCWHS301 |
Contribute to work health and safety processes |
|
AHCPMG308 |
Implement pest management strategies |
|
AHCPMG203 |
Work effectively in a pest management environment |
Elective Units
- Select at least 5 units from Group A
- Select 4 units from Group A or B
Group A
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCCHM303 |
Prepare and apply chemicals |
|
AHCCHM304 |
Transport and store chemicals |
|
AHCPMG201 |
Treat weeds |
|
AHCPMG202 |
Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
|
AHCPMG301 |
Control weeds |
|
AHCPMG302 |
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
|
AHCPMG305 |
Survey pests |
|
AHCPMG306 |
Determine pest control techniques |
|
AHCPMG307 |
Apply animal trapping techniques |
|
AHCPMG309 |
Apply pest animal control techniques |
|
AHCPMG304 |
Use firearms to humanely destroy animals |
|
AHCWRK305 |
Coordinate work site activities |
|
AHCWRK311 |
Conduct site inspections |
Group B
Biosecurity
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCBIO201 |
Inspect and clean machinery for plant, animal and soil material |
|
AHCBIO305 |
Apply biosecurity measures |
Chemicals
NOTE: Units marked with an asterisk (*) require completion of prerequisite Unit/s which is identified under the Unit
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCCHM305 |
Conduct manual fumigation of vertebrate and invertebrate pests* AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicals AHCCHM304 Transport, handle and store chemicals |
Explosives
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCEXP301 |
Handle and store explosives |
Fauna
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCFAU201 |
Recognise fauna |
Infrastructure
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCINF201 |
Carry out basic electric fencing operations |
|
AHCINF202 |
Install, maintain and repair farm fencing |
Machinery operation and maintenance
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCMOM302 |
Perform machinery maintenance |
|
AHCMOM304 |
Operate machinery and equipment |
|
AHCMOM315 |
Operate chemical application machinery and equipment |
Natural Area Restoration
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCNAR306 |
Conduct photography for fieldwork |
|
AHCNAR307 |
Read and interpret maps |
Plant care
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCPCM202 |
Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens |
|
AHCPCM303 |
Identify plant specimens |
Pest management
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCPMG310 |
Prepare, monitor and maintain biological agents |
|
AHCPMG311 |
Use firearms for pest control activities from aircraft |
Work
|
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
|
AHCWRK203 |
Operate in isolated and remote situations |
|
AHCWRK302 |
Monitor weather conditions |
|
AHCWRK303 |
Respond to emergencies |
|
FWPCOT3259 |
Operate four wheel drive on unsealed roads |
|
FWPCOT3202 |
Navigate in trackless or remote areas |
|
HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
|
HLTAID005 |
Provide first aid in remote situations |
Qualification Mapping Information
No equivalent qualification.
This qualification is not equivalent to:
ACH31910 Certificate III in Weed Management
AHC31810 Certificate III in Vertebrate Pest Management
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
