| 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. |
Work sites may include: | building surroundingsbuildingsdomestic, commercial or industrial premises. |
Company requirements may include: | access and equity policy, principles and practicebusiness and performance plansclient communication proceduresclient confidentiality proceduresclient service standardscompany goals, objectives, plans, systems and processescompany issued identification badge, card or passcompany policies and proceduresdefined resource parametersdress and presentation requirementsduty of care, code of conduct and code of ethicsemergency response and evacuation proceduresemployer and employee rights and responsibilitiesestablishing operator identity with clientinternal communication channels and reporting proceduresmaintenance procedures for equipment and PPEOHS policies and procedurespersonnel practices and guidelinespolicies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegationquality and continuous improvement processes and standardsrecords and information systems and processestraining (induction and refresher) materialswork site access security clearance procedures. |
Work order information may include: | access to work site, including:timing of accessaccess and egress pointsbudget allocationscompletion times and datesdress and presentation requirementsjob requirements and taskslegislative and local government requirementsOHS requirements and emergency response proceduresrequirements for working in isolated and remote locationsresource requirements – equipment and materials, such as:bore scopescamerasknivesladdersmagnifying lensesmirrorsscrewdriverssound, moisture and movement detectorssounding instrumentsspecimen bottlestorchesspecific client requirements, such as:noise controlsensitivity of occupants to pests or pest managementrelationships with other customer activitiesuse of signage and barrierswork scheduleswork site contact persons. |
Appropriate persons may include: | clientscolleaguesmanagerspersons in control of work sitesupervisors. |
Inspection and treatment records may include: | building approvalsinvoicesprevious inspection reportsprevious written reportstreatment notices and certificates on buildingswarranties. |
Inspection areas may include: | external areas of property, including trees and fencesexternal surfacesfloor areasfreestanding structuresfurniture and fittingsinternal surfacespoorly ventilated areas, such as subfloorroof voidsother timber areas, such as wall cavities, trims and mouldings. |
Work site environment may include: | age of timber structureassociated building or land usedark and humid areasdrainagegeographic locationknown pressure pest areaslevel of moistureprevious treatmentssoil typetimber typeventilation. |
Legislative requirements may include: | Australian standards, quality assurance and certification requirementsaward and enterprise agreementsindustry advisory standards and codes, such as:building codesdangerous goods codesrelevant commonwealth, state and territory legislation and local government regulations that affect company operation, such as:anti-discrimination and diversitychemical controlschemical registers or manifestsconsumer protection legislationdangerous goods Acts and regulationsdeclared pest (plant and animal) reportingenvironmental protection issuesequal employment opportunityfreedom of informationindustrial relationsmotor and commercial vehicle transportationmotor licence and endorsement regulationsOHS Acts and regulationsprivacypublic healthtrade practicesworkplace consultative arrangements. |
Recognised pest pressure areas may be defined by: | government authoritiesindustry and industry advisory groupsother commercial or business interestsresearch groups. |
Timber pests include: | timber pests found in geographic region, such as:borerscarpenter antstermiteswood decay fungi. |
Clients may include: | bodies corporatebuilding supervisorscompanies or organisationsenvironmental health officersexecutive housekeepersmaintenance managersownerspersons in control of work processesproperty agents or managerstenants. |
Hazards may include: | allergic reactions to chemicals, pests or equipment, including latexbiological and animal wastebites and stingsblood and blood-stained productsconfined or restricted spacescontaminated clothing, materials or equipmentdamaged or inappropriate equipmentdust and fibreselectrical hazards arising from:cableselectrical fittings:switcheslightsuntested electrical equipmentextremes of heat and temperaturefatiguefiregasheightsinadequate lighting and ventilationinfectious and zoonotic diseases, such as:scabiesQ feverleaks, spills, splashes and spraysmobile or vehicle hazards around plant and vehiclesmoving or unguarded partsnoiseoccupational violence and bullyingpoor personal hygiene practicesrelease of substances with negative environmental impact unsafe manual-handling techniques, including awkward and repetitive posturesunsafe underfoot conditions, such as slippery, uneven and rough surfaceswork in unfamiliar isolated or remote environments. |
Manufacturer specifications may include: | emergency response resourcesequipment operating manualsgovernment publicationsinstructional guidesMSDSother resources supplied by manufacturer, such as:laminated cardsnoticeswall postersproduct labelssafety instructions pre-printed on equipment. |
Environmental requirements may include: | baitingclean up, containment or isolationcompany policies and guidelinesemergency chemical spill control measureshazardous materials handlingregulations, by-laws and guidelines of environmental protection agencies and government departments, such as:agricultureemergency servicesnational parks and wildlife. |
Occupational health and safety (also known as workplace health and safety) requirements may relate to: | allergic reactions, such as contact dermatitisanimal management and control procedurescommunication devices for isolated or remote locations, such as:mobile phonetwo-way radiodermatoxicological control and prevention measuresemergency procedures for contact with toxic substances, such as:splashes in eye or on skininhalationingestionhazard identification and risk assessment mechanismshealth surveillance and monitoring, such as regular blood testinghierarchy of hazard control proceduresindustry advisory standardsinformation provided by national registration authority for chemical approval and state government authorities, such as:agricultureenvironment protectionhealthprimary industryinjury and dangerous occurrence reportingnational and industry codes of practiceOHS control procedures, such as:health and safety plansjob plansjob safety analysesrisk assessmentssafe operating practices and proceduressafe work instructionssafe work method statementsroutes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicalssafe work practices for equipment, PPE and chemical storage, including interpretation of:MSDShazardous substance information, such as long latency periodssafety, induction and refresher trainingselection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to hazardup-to-date electrical test and tag compliance. |
Personal protective equipment may include: | air-line and self-contained respiratorsbreathing respirators:full-facehalf-facechemical-impervious gloveschemical-resistant apronscommunication equipmentcontaminated clothing bagscradlesdrinking fluidsdust maskseye protection, such as:safety glassesgoggleseyewashes and showersface shields (splash-proof)first aid kits appropriate to tasks and locationshair netshard hatshigh-visibility vests or clothinglong pantsnoise protectionnon-slip safety shoes or bootsoveralls, coveralls or other chemical protective clothingprodding or probing sticks and rodssafety harnessessoap and towelssunscreentongstorcheswashable sun hatswet-work protective clothing. |
Evidence may include: | chambersdroppingsevidence of feedingholesnests and nest materialssoils and soil samplesspecimenstimber, timber shavings and sawdusttracks. |
Timber pest management plan may include: | advice on health, safety, environmental and other legislative mattersadvice on pest prevention strategieschemical application methodsdetails of timber pest and timber pest activityfollow-up pest management advice, monitoring and call-back schedulepest management method optionstypes and quantities of chemicals to be used. |
Inspection report may include: | method of inspectionanalysis of evidencerelevant exclusions and limitations to the inspectiondata analysis. |
Client records may be a computer or manual file and include: | contact detailscustomer files and databasesdetails of previous:assessmentsquotationsservice provisionlogbookspest management planreportsspecific details about work site nature of pest problemuse of contractors. |