Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 3.0. |
Release 1 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct pest control activities from the air using firearms.
The unit applies to individuals who hold a valid firearms license and work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.
State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Pest Management (PMG)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Undertake pre-flight procedures |
1.1 Confirm location and boundaries for the activities with pilot 1.2 Obtain appropriate approvals and permits to conduct pest control activity according to regulations and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) 1.3 Check time and duration of flight and notify relevant personnel 1.4 Confirm flight plans and search and rescue operations with the pilot and ground crew 1.5 Check on-board emergency equipment with pilot 1.6 Check emergency landing procedures with pilot 1.7 Check landing-site requirements 1.8 Confirm intent to approach or leave the aircraft with pilot 1.9 Approach aircraft according to aircraft and workplace health and safety procedures |
2. Prepare activity related to the use of a firearm |
2.1 Carry current firearm's license according to regulations 2.2 Ensure the prescribed firearm is functioning correctly and sighted according to operation procedures 2.3 Check the firearm to ensure it meets appropriate regulatory standards |
3. Use firearm from aircraft |
3.1 Stow equipment safely on aircraft according to health and safety in the workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements 3.2 Wear harnesses and helmet during pest control activities according to health and safety in the workplace procedures 3.3 Plot route and location of activities on map 3.4 Carry out pest control activity safely according to legislative and regulatory requirements, workplace procedures and instructions 3.5 Ensure animal is humanely destroyed 3.6 Observe and record pest numbers according to workplace procedures |
4. Complete work relating to the use of firearms for pest control |
4.1 Clean and store equipment and materials according to workplace procedures 4.2 Dispose of waste and debris according to workplace procedures 4.3 Document and report activities according to workplace instructions |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Reading |
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Writing |
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Oral Communication |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
AHCPMG311 Use firearms for pest control activities from aircraft |
AHCPMG311 Use firearms for pest control activities from aircraft |
Minor changes to Performance Criteria for clarity Updated Performance Evidence and Knowledge Evidence |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72