Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1.
Replaces superseded equivalent CPPPMT3006A Apply pesticides to manage pests.
This version first released with CPP Property Services Training Package Version 2.
Application
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply pesticides safely and efficiently and according to directions on manufacturers’ labels in order to manage non-timber pests in residential, commercial and industrial premises.
The unit covers assessing the nature and extent of the pest and pest activity, and gaining a thorough understanding of client requirements and company information, in order to manage the pest problem. The selection of appropriate equipment, pesticides and methods is essential for performing the task safely and efficiently.
The unit supports pest management technicians responsible for applying pesticides that may affect public health, work health and safety, and the amenity of the community and the environment.
The unit does not apply to non-chemical pest management, where the environment is modified to manage pests; or to fumigation methods of pest and organism management or inspection and management of timber pests.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to pest management in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Pest management
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
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1. |
Inspect work site and identify pests and pest activity. |
1.1. |
Work site is accessed according to client and company requirements. |
1.2. |
Work order is reviewed and client requests and issues are clarified with appropriate persons . |
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1.3. |
Inspection method is determined and inspection equipment is selected and checked according to work order and client and company requirements. |
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1.4. |
Hazards relating to inspection of work site are identified and risks are assessed and controlled according to relevant company and compliance requirements. |
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1.5. |
Site buildings and environment are examined and source and type of pest, extent of pest activity , and potential for pest activity are identified according to work order and company requirements. |
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2. |
Develop and discuss pest management plan with client. |
2.1. |
Pesticide application methods are selected to control pest according to type and extent of pest activity, potential pest activity, work order, manufacturer specifications, and company and compliance requirements. |
2.2. |
Pest management plan is developed according to client, company, and compliance requirements. |
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2.3. |
Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given. |
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2.4. |
Client’s approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements. |
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3. |
Prepare work site for pest management. |
3.1. |
Hazards relating to the application of pesticides at the work site are identified, risk assessment is conducted, and hazard control measures are determined according to manufacturer specifications and safety data sheets (SDS). |
3.2. |
Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of application equipment and pesticides. |
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3.3. |
Signage and barriers are installed according to legislation or industry best practice to maximise protection of public health and safety during treatment operations. |
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3.4. |
Factors preventing completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly advised. |
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4. |
Select and prepare equipment and pesticides required to implement pest management plan. |
4.1. |
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications and SDS. |
4.2. |
Application equipment is selected, accessed and checked for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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4.3. |
Equipment is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications. |
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4.4. |
Pesticides are selected according to risk assessment, pest management plan and manufacturer specifications. |
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4.5. |
Pesticide quantities required for work order are calculated according to manufacturer specifications and compliance requirements. |
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4.6. |
Pesticides are mixed or prepared according to product label directions. |
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4.7. |
Pump sprayer is calibrated and nozzles and flow rate are checked, according to manufacturer instructions for operator maintenance and requirements for surface being treated. |
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5. |
Apply pesticides. |
5.1. |
Work site is treated internally and externally as required, using equipment and pesticides identified in pest management plan. |
5.2. |
Pesticides are applied using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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5.3. |
Emergency situations are responded to using emergency response procedures according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. |
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6. |
Finalise work and complete documentation. |
6.1. |
Equipment, pesticides and waste are collected and removed from work site according to work order and company and compliance requirements. |
6.2. |
Waste arising from accidental spillages or contamination is removed and disposed of according to company policy, manufacturer specifications and compliance requirements. |
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6.3. |
Work site is restored according to work order, client requests, and company and compliance requirements. |
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6.4. |
Hazards are eliminated prior to handover according to company and compliance requirements. |
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6.5. |
Client is advised of residual hazards and site re-entry periods according to product labels and SDS. |
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6.6. |
Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order and company and compliance requirements. |
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6.7. |
Appropriate persons are notified of further hazard reduction or necessary rectification measures according to company and compliance requirements. |
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6.8. |
Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to legislative and company requirements. |
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7. |
Clean, safety check and store equipment. |
7.1. |
Equipment and PPE are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
7.2. |
Equipment and PPE are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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7.3. |
Cleaned equipment and PPE are stored according to company requirements and to allow ready access and re-use. |
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7.4. |
Pesticides are transported and stored according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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7.5. |
Waste that was removed from site is disposed of according to work order and company policy, manufacturer specifications and relevant jurisdictional legislative requirements. |
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7.6. |
Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
Foundation Skills
This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills essential to performance in this unit but not explicit in the performance criteria. |
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Skill |
Performance feature |
Learning skills to: |
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Numeracy skills to: |
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Oral communication skills to: |
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Reading skills to: |
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Writing skills to: |
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Planning and organising skills to: |
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Range of Conditions
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. |
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Work site must include either: |
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Appropriate persons must include one or more of the following: |
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Inspection equipment must include: |
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Hazards must include checking for the following: |
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Compliance requirements must include: |
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Type of pest must include species identification of: |
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Extent of pest activity must include: |
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Pesticide application methods must include: |
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Pest management plan must include: |
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Application equipment must include: |
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Pesticides must include: |
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Signage and barriers must include one or more of the following: |
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Personal protective equipment must include: |
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Emergency response procedures must include one of more of the following: |
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Unit Mapping Information
CPPPMT3006A Apply pesticides to manage pests
Links
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