Modification History
Revised unit
Unit updated and equivalent to PRMPM02B Assess pest management options
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to consider a number of pest management options and decide on the best course of action. The unit requires a thorough understanding of client requirements as well as the ability to assess the nature and extent of the pest and pest activity and to apply company information in order to perform the task. The selection of appropriate pest management methods is essential for performing the task safely and effectively.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports pest management technicians responsible for assessing pest activity that impacts on the health, safety or amenity of persons or environments. The unit applies to the assessment of pest management options in domestic, commercial or industrial premises.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This unit may be an essential requirement for a pest management licence. The full requirements for different licences may vary in different states and territories.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Access work site. |
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Work site is accessed according to company requirements. |
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Work order is reviewed, work site requirements are identified according to company requirements, and issues are clarified with appropriate persons . |
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Authority of client requesting services is confirmed according to company and legislative requirements . |
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Clarify nature of pest management problem |
2.1 |
Information on client record is reviewed according to company requirements. |
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Client perception of pest problem and personal needs and expectations are clarified using interpersonal skills and communication techniques . |
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2.3 |
Initial review of work site is conducted to confirm client’s perception of pest problem according to company, legislative, and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements . |
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Determine assessment method |
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Safe, practical assessment method that is cost effective and minimises disruption to client activity and existing condition of premises is selected according to work order, manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Hazards associated with assessment method are identified and risks controlled at work site according to legislative, OHS, company and environmental requirements . |
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3.3 |
Client agreement to assessment method is obtained according to company requirements prior to commencing. |
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Equipment requirements are identified and equipment is selected according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Inspect work site |
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Type and condition of building and environment are determined according to work order and legislative and company requirements. |
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Hazards are identified a nd risks controlled at work site according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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4.3 |
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications and OHS and company requirements. |
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Assessment is conducted using predetermined assessment method and safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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4.5 |
Inspection is conducted to accurately identify pest problem from available evidence according to work order, agreed assessment method and company requirements. |
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4.6 |
Pest identification is referred to relevant experts if required. |
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Select pest management options |
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Effective pest management methods appropriate to the identified problem are selected according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Pest management methods are reviewed to confirm compliance with client needs and cost-effectiveness according to work order and company requirements. |
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5.3 |
Client is provided with clear, accurate and concise information on pest management options to enable informed decision-making according to work order and company requirements. |
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Additional sources of information are accessed to clarify issues concerning pest type, pest management options, manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative and OHS requirements. |
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Complete assessment documentation |
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Information on pest problem, client requirements and proposed pest management options is documented accurately according to work order and company requirements. |
6.2 |
Client is provided with information on pest management plan prior to treatment according to company requirements. |
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6.3 |
Client is provided with copy of assessment documentation according to company requirements. |
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6.4 |
Client records are updated with a copy of the assessment documentation according to company requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed by observing practical demonstration of assessment of pest management options and reviewing completed documentation. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit. In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements. Resource implications for assessment include access to:
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Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:
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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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Company requirements may include: |
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Work order information may include: |
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Appropriate persons may include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Legislative requirements may include: |
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Client records may include: |
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Pests may include: |
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Interpersonal skills and communication techniques may include: |
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Work sites may include: |
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Occupational health and safety (also known as workplace health and safety) requirements may relate to: |
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Cost effective means a balance that: |
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Manufacturer specifications may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Assessment methods may include: |
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Environmental requirements may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Pest problem includes: |
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Pest management methods may include: |
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Information may include: |
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Sources of information may include: |
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Pest management plan may include: |
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Assessment documentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Pest management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.