List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify and allocate resources for the pest management plan | 1.1 Consult with management on the prepared pest management plan and discuss timelines, milestones and objectives 1.2 Conduct a site inspection 1.3 Consult with stakeholders and discuss the pest management plan with a view to gaining cooperation from all involved and provide advice on pest management activities 1.4 Identify budgetary restraints and allocated resources 1.5 Identify human health and environmental and biosecurity risks 1.6 Allocate personnel with relevant skills and competency to complete required activities 1.7 Apply relevant work health and safety standards, other Federal, State/Territory and local legislation and regulations relevant to the allocation and procurement of human and physical resources 1.8 Procure machinery, equipment, tools and materials identified in the plan |
2. Brief personnel on pest management plan activities | 2.1 Inform personnel of the requirements of the pest management plan 2.2 Inform personnel of land owner or manager expectations and reporting and recording requirements 2.3 Advise personnel of work health and safety standards and other statutory and regulatory requirements to be applied when carrying out required activities |
3. Implement the pest management plan | 3.1 Check machinery, equipment, tools and materials for serviceability 3.2 Check personal protective equipment and clothing used or worn by personnel for compliance 3.3 Manage the pest control techniques used 3.4 Monitor procedures and skills applied by personnel for compliance with work health and safety standards, animal welfare guidelines if required, chemical use if required, and environmental sustainability guidelines 3.5 Provide feedback, advice and coaching to personnel, as required, to improve or correct processes and skills |
4. Coordinate contingency management activities | 4.1 Reschedule activities that are not carried out due to accident, injuries, other incident or unfavourable conditions within the monthly, weekly or daily work plans 4.2 Notify personnel, management and other relevant stakeholders of changes to the schedule |
5. Report progress in relation to pest management plan | 5.1 Assess reports and records supplied by personnel to determine whether progress is in line with the pest management plan 5.2 Document and compile reports and records 5.3 Provide regular progress reports to management and other relevant stakeholders |
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must demonstrate they can use a range of control techniques. At least one control technique demonstrated must include the use of a vertebrate poison.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
manage the implementation of a pest management plan
supervise others to meet work health and safety, statutory and regulatory requirements in their work
check machinery, equipment tools and materials to manufacturer and statutory requirements
implement monitoring procedures
communicate with stakeholders and provide advice on pest management activities
conduct a site inspection
instruct and supervise others to carry out pest management work according to the pest management plan
identify and support workers who need extra training, coaching or feedback to meet safety, environmental and organisational standards when undertaking pest management work
provide clear instructions and explanations to workers to ensure work meets organisational standards
manage costs of pest management plan to meet budget requirements
manage work health and safety risks according to policies and procedures
apply biosecurity measures in the context of own work
monitor the application of animal welfare practices
monitor the application of appropriate sustainability practices
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
the application of the organisation’s Integrated Pest Management strategy in the target area
factors affecting the selection of pest control methods and techniques, including:
pest biology and lifecycle
potential diseases and toxicity
principles of sustainability
herbicide resistance and the alternatives that are available
pest status in the context of location, land use, benefits and damage caused
contingency management principles
risk assessment and management processes
pest management control programs and how to use them in an integrated manner
the legal responsibilities of a landholder
relevant local, regional, State and national pest management strategies
Federal, State or Territory legislation and regulations relating to pest management activities
key concepts in the Integrated Pest Management strategy
in broad terms, the concepts and underpinning principles of the strategic approach to invasive pest management and how to manage damage caused by pests
in broad terms, the importance of monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of invasive pest management and how to plan and implement an appropriate monitoring program for a pest management plan
common causes of failure in pest management
requirements for ensuring the welfare of animals described in the relevant Codes of Practice
relevant environmental and pesticides legislation as they apply to the workplace