Modification History
Revised unit
Unit updated and equivalent to PRMPM11B Conduct fumigation
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct fumigations to manage organisms. The unit requires the ability to assess the nature and extent of the organism and organism activity, a thorough understanding of client requirements, and the application of company information in order to perform the task. The selection of appropriate equipment, fumigants and methods is essential for performing the task safely and efficiently. These work functions are often conducted by teams of at least two people and according to company guidelines.
Persons wishing to demonstrate competency in management of complex fumigation operations should submit for assessment in this unit, and:
- CPPPMT3019A Organise and monitor pest management operations
- CPPPMT3043A Prepare and present pest management proposals
- BSBSBM407A Manage a small team.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports individuals responsible for controlling, by fumigation, organisms and organism activity that impacts on the health, safety or amenity of persons, commodities or environments in domestic, commercial, industrial or maritime situations.
This unit is not intended for use in horticultural or agricultural situations involving the growing of crops.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This unit is one of the essential requirements for a fumigation 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 and assess work site. |
1.1 |
Site environment is accessed according to company requirements . |
1.2 |
Work order is reviewed according to company requirements and issues are clarified with appropriate persons . |
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1.3 |
Authority of client requesting fumigation services is confirmed according to company requirements. |
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1.4 |
Hazards are identified and risks controlled at work site according to company, legislative, occupational health and safety (OHS), and public health and safety requirements . |
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1.5 |
Work site and work site application characteristics are assessed according to legislative and company requirements. |
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1.6 |
Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of equipment and fumigants . |
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Work site is assessed for access and security arrangements, according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Determine type and method of fumigation. |
2.1 |
Types of organisms and commodities are confirmed according to company requirements. |
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Fumigation method is selected to suit types of organisms, work site and commodities according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS, company and environmental requirements . |
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2.3 |
Type of fumigant is selected and accessed according to manufacturer specifications and client, environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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2.4 |
Capacity to create fumigation conditions is established according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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2.5 |
Factors preventing completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly notified. |
3 |
Prepare work site for fumigation. |
3.1 |
Hazards of using fumigants at the work site are identified and risks controlled according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
3.2 |
Appropriate personnel in adjoining properties and regulatory and other relevant authorities are advised of proposed fumigation according to legislative and company requirements. |
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3.3 |
Signage and barriers are installed, as required, to maximise protection of public health and safety during fumigation according to legislative and company requirements. |
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3.4 |
Security measures to control unauthorised access to work site during fumigation and prescribed non re-entry periods are implemented according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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3.5 |
Conditions to ensure that required concentration of fumigant is retained for required period within fumigation enclosure are created according to manufacturer specifications and public health and safety and company requirements. |
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Prepare equipment and fumigants. |
4.1 |
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
4.2 |
Equipment for fumigation is selected according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. |
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4.3 |
Calibration and operational effectiveness equipment is checked according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. |
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4.4 |
Equipment is set up and adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. |
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4.5 |
Selected fumigants are transported, and dosages calculated and prepared to control risk of non-target contamination or exposure according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Apply fumigants. |
5.1 |
Fumigation enclosure is treated using equipment, fumigants and fumigation methods according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
5.2 |
Airtight seal on fumigation enclosure is checked and adjusted, where applicable, according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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5.3 |
Fumigant escape is assessed to control impact on public health and safety, according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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5.4 |
Emergency response procedures are implemented when necessary according to environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Monitor fumigation. |
6.1 |
Fumigation work site is monitored continuously to prevent unauthorised access and to maintain safe conditions according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Fumigant concentrations are monitored and maintained over active period according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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6.3 |
Integrity of airtight seals is maintained, where applicable, throughout the active fumigation period according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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6.4 |
Ongoing assessment of fumigant escape is maintained to control impact on public health and safety according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Ventilate fumigation enclosure. |
7.1 |
Suitable conditions for ventilation are established to control risks to public health and safety according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
7.2 |
Approved method of safe release of fumigant is implemented according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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7.3 |
Fumigation enclosure is ventilated to remove fumigant in a safe and controlled manner according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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7.4 |
Fumigation enclosure and commodities are aerated according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. |
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7.5 |
Fumigation enclosure and commodities are tested for evidence of residual fumigant according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Client and other appropriate persons are notified of further risk control measures required according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Restore work site. |
8.1 |
Equipment, fumigants and waste are collected and removed according to environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
8.2 |
Work site is restored according to work order and client, environmental and company requirements. |
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8.3 |
Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Clean, safety-check and store equipment and fumigants. |
9.1 |
Equipment and PPE are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, OHS and company requirements. |
9.2 |
Equipment and PPE are safety-checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications and OHS and company requirements. |
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9.3 |
Cleaned equipment and PPE are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements. |
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9.4 |
Fumigants are transported and stored according to manufacturer specifications and OHS and company requirements. |
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9.5 |
Collected waste is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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9.6 |
Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications and OHS and company requirements. |
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Update regulatory and company documentation. |
10.1 |
Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to environmental, legislative and company requirements. |
10.2 |
Client records are updated 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 in the field and by reviewing the outcome of at least one complete fumigation under normal industry operating conditions or, if this is not practicable, observations in a realistic simulated work environment. Site environment for demonstrated fumigation may relate to candidate’s preferred sub-category or sub-categories on fumigation licence, for example:
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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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Site environments for fumigation may include: |
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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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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Legislative requirements 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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Public health and safety may affect: |
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Personnel may include: |
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Fumigants are: |
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Organisms may be living animal or plant, including: |
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Commodities may include: |
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Manufacturer specifications may include: |
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Environmental requirements may include: |
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Signage and barriers may include: |
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Fumigation enclosure is: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Emergency response procedures include: |
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Waste may be solid or liquid and include: |
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Regulatory and company documentation may include: |
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Client records may be a computer or manual file and include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Pest management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.