Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess weed infestation
- Identify the scope and size of the weed infestation that adversely impacts on the landscape.
- Identify weeds and record details of the weeds and beneficial organisms.
- Identify tolerable levels of infestation according to client, market, environmental and IPM requirements.
- Determine if plant health or growth requirements are compromised by level of infestation.
- Seek professional advice if required in the assessment of the weed infestation.
- Plan control measures
- Determine suitable control options according to Integrated Pest Management principles and industry practice.
- Identify the hazards, assess and control risks to others and the environment.
- Identify appropriate tools, equipment and machinery for the planned control measure.
- Select appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
- Prepare a control plan for the control measure/strategy.
- Implement control measures
- Monitor control measures
- Monitor control measures to identify signs of adverse impact on humans, animals, non-target plants or environment.
- Assess effectiveness of control measures in accordance with IPM guidelines and/or available industry standards.
- Record assessment of control measures and report to client or organisation.