Modification History
Revised unit
Element structure and performance criteria changed to incorporate elements from the deleted unit PRMPM28B Organise and operate a pest management vehicle
Skills and knowledge requirements and the range statement updated
Unit based on PRMPM18B Maintain an equipment and chemical storage area Maintain an equipment and chemical storage area
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to maintain a pest management vehicle storage space and other dedicated storage areas for pest management equipment and chemicals. It also covers the movement and control of equipment and chemicals used in the provision of pest management services.
The unit requires the ability to maintain and operate a safe and efficient pest management storage area within a strict legislative context. Maintaining a storage area requires the ability to follow established procedures, understand the issues associated with the storage and use of chemicals and to adhere to legislative and public health and safety requirements. These work functions would be carried out according to company guidelines.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports pest management technicians responsible for ensuring that pest management equipment and chemicals are stored, transported and controlled according to legislative requirements; in particular occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental safety and public health and safety.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This unit is one of the essential requirements 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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Set up and stock storage area. |
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Storage area is secured from unauthorised access according to legislative, OHS and company requirements . |
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Storage area is organised to comply with relevant, legislative, OHS, company and environmental requirements . |
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Existing hazards are identified and risks controlled in the storage area according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Vehicle equipment and passenger compartments are separated to minimise transportation risks according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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1.5 |
Vehicle is equipped to enable implementation of emergency response procedures according to legislative and company requirements. |
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Vehicle signage is fixed, as required, according to legislative and company requirements. |
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Safety warnings are displayed prominently and safety information is made accessible according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Equipment is stored, maintained and safety-checked to enable ready access and re-use according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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1.9 |
Chemicals are stored according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Personal protective equipment (PPE) is cleaned, safety-checked and stored and maintenance requirements are recorded according to manufacturer specifications and OHS and company requirements. |
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Storage area is made accessible and free from obstacles according to OHS and company requirements. |
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Waste is collected and disposed of according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Control and maintain stocks of equipment and chemicals. |
2.1 |
Inventory system with maximum and minimum holding levels of equipment and chemicals is operated and maintained according to legislative and company requirements. |
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Equipment and chemical usage patterns are monitored and reordering is undertaken to maintain required levels according to legislative and company requirements. |
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Accurate labelling system is maintained for all containers according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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2.4 |
Chemicals are issued on a first-in, first-out basis according to company requirements. |
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2.5 |
Obsolete equipment and chemicals are disposed of according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, OHS and company requirements. |
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Control a pest management vehicle. |
3.1 |
Chemicals are secured to prevent accidental spillage, according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Estimated quantities of chemicals required for immediate work requirements are stored and transported according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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PPE is stored separately to chemicals and driver. |
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3.4 |
Equipment, including PPE, is secured, used and maintained according to manufacturer specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Access to and operation of the pest management vehicle is restricted to authorised personnel according to legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Vehicle is driven safely and courteously according to traffic laws and instructions. |
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Maintain a pest management vehicle. |
4.1 |
Vehicle is safety-checked and regular servicing is arranged to ensure roadworthiness according to manufacturer specifications and legislative and company requirements. |
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Vehicle is cleaned regularly to remove chemical contaminants according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Waste is collected and disposed of according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Vehicle is presented to maintain company’s public image according to company requirements. |
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Respond to emergency situations. |
5.1 |
Emergency response procedures are implemented when accidental spillages or emergency situations occur, according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements. |
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Regulatory and company documentation is prepared according to environmental, legislative, OHS and 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 the operation and maintenance of a pest management service vehicle, including the storage area and contents. The demonstration may be conducted in a real or simulated work environment. |
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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Storage area : |
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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 include: |
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Company requirements may include: |
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Environmental requirements may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Vehicle may be either two or four-wheel drive and include: |
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Emergency response procedures may include: |
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Safety warnings may include: |
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Safety information may include: |
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Manufacturer specifications may include: |
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Chemicals may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Waste may include: |
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Authorised personnel may include: |
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Regulatory and company documentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Pest management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.