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Manage pests without applying pesticides

Manage pests without applying pesticides

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPUPM3005
State Code
OBI54
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
19/05/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
059901 - Pest And Weed Control
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to adapt or create physical conditions in premises to manage a range of non-timber pests including ants, cockroaches, rodents and spiders. The unit includes gaining a thorough understanding of client requirements and factors contributing to the pest problem and assessing the nature and extent of pest activity at the site. It requires selecting appropriate equipment and pest management methods to eliminate food, water and harbourages and block pest ingress.The unit does not apply to inspecting for, or managing termites or other timber pests, or applying chemical or fumigation pest management methods.A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in pest management in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm client and compliance requirements.
  • 1.1 Review work instructions to confirm client requirements, site location and pest management timeframes and clarify issues with relevant persons.
  • 1.2 Review workplace policies and procedures and regulatory and industry requirements for managing pests without pesticides and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
2 Inspect work site and identify pests or pest activity.
  • 2.1 Establish contact with relevant persons and access work site according to client and workplace requirements.
  • 2.2 Determine inspection method and select and use required inspection tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.3 Identify hazards associated with inspection tasks and assess and control risks at the site according to workplace requirements.
  • 2.4 Examine site buildings and surrounds to identify pest entry points, evidence of activity and risk factors according to work instructions.
  • 2.5 Assess evidence to identify pest types and extent and potential for pest activity and record findings.
3 Plan pest management methods and activities.
  • 3.1 Select cultural and physical pest management methods to manage identified pest types and extent and potential of pest activity.
  • 3.2 Conduct risk assessment and plan risk management strategies to ensure safety and regulatory compliance when implementing pest management methods.
  • 3.3 Identify factors affecting completion of pest management activities or compliance and obtain required information or assistance.
  • 3.4 Prepare and document a pest management plan that addresses the client’s pest problem and meets workplace and compliance requirements.
  • 3.5 Discuss proposed pest management methods with client to clarify issues and concerns and obtain approval to implement pest management plan.
  • 3.6 Calculate work site size and usage pattern to plan work activities to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of tools and building components when installing physical controls.
4 Adapt or create physical conditions in work site to manage pests.
  • 4.1 Install signs or barriers to protect public health and safety during pest management activities and implement other risk control measures required to manage hazards identified at the work site.
  • 4.2 Select and check pest management tools and equipment and PPE and confirm correct and safe operation according to manufacturers’ instructions and workplace requirements.
  • 4.3 Select, locate and prepare pest management materials according to manufacturers’ instructions and pest management plan.
  • 4.4 Use tools, equipment and materials to modify physical conditions at work site to manage pests according to pest management plan.
  • 4.5 Check site modifications to verify effectiveness of pest management methods and make required adjustments to meet work instructions and client requirements.
  • 4.6 Recognise and promptly respond to emergency situation according to workplace requirements.
5 Finalise work and complete documentation.
  • 5.1 Remove tools, equipment, materials and waste from pest management activities and restore work site to meet client and compliance requirements.
  • 5.2 Remove signage or barriers and notify relevant persons when site is available for re-use.
  • 5.3 Clean and decontaminate pest management tools and equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions and workplace requirements.
  • 5.4 Check tools, equipment and PPE to confirm safe and correct operation, record required maintenance and store to allow ready access and re-use.
  • 5.5 Treat exposed skin to remove any contamination according to product manufacturers’ instructions and workplace requirements.
  • 5.6 Complete and distribute pest management documentation in compliance with workplace and compliance requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVE15 CPPPMT3005 Manage pests without applying pesticides Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AD198 CPPSS00046 Manage non-timber pests Skill set
BEX4 CPP30119 Certificate III in Urban Pest Management Qualification