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. |
1. | Design timber pest management plan. | 1.1. | Work order and inspection report are reviewed to confirm task according to client and company requirements. |
1.2. | Hazards are identified and risks controlled at work site according to company and compliance requirements. |
1.3. | Suitable timber pest managementmethods are selected for control of timber pests based on inspection report and work site environment and according to client, company and compliance requirements. |
1.4. | Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given. |
1.5. | Access and inspection equipment and application and installation equipment required for managing timber pests is identified according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
1.6. | Materials required to manage timber pests are identified and requirements are calculated according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
1.7. | Timber pest management plan for work site is documented and processed according to company requirements. |
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2. | Prepare to implement timber pest management plan. | 2.1. | Timber pest management plan is reviewed to identify factors affecting completion of work order, and issues are clarified with appropriate persons according to company requirements. |
2.2. | Client’s approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements. |
2.3. | Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and fitted according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
2.4. | Equipment is selected and operational effectiveness checked according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
2.5. | Materials are prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
2.6. | Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during the treatment operation. |
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3. | Implement pest management plan. | 3.1. | Hazards are identified and risks controlled at work site according to company and compliance requirements. |
3.2. | Materials identified in timber pest management plan are applied or installed according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
3.3. | Pest management plan is implemented using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
3.4. | Implementation is reviewed to check effectiveness of timber pest management plan and remedial action is implemented as required. |
3.5. | Emergency response procedures are implemented when necessary according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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4. | Restore work site. | 4.1. | Work site is restored to condition agreed with client and requirements of timber pest management plan according to company and compliance requirements. |
4.2. | Hazards are eliminated prior to handover according to company and compliance requirements. |
4.3. | Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order and company and compliance requirements. |
4.4. | Appropriate persons are notified of further hazard reduction or necessary rectification measures according to company and compliance requirements. |
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5. | Clean, safety check and store equipment. | 5.1. | Equipment and PPE are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
5.2. | Equipment and PPE are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
5.3. | Cleaned equipment and PPE are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements. |
5.4. | Chemicals are transported and stored according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
5.5. | Collected waste is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
5.6. | Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements. |
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6. | Complete documentation. | 6.1. | Required certificates and notices are prepared and issued according to compliance requirements. |
6.2. | Company documentation is completed and distributed according to company and compliance requirements. |
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7. | Monitor effectiveness of timber pest management plan. | 7.1. | Periodic contact schedule is established with client according to company requirements. |
7.2. | Regular liaison is maintained with client to monitor effectiveness of plan according to company requirements. |