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CPPPMT3005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage pests without applying pesticides

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPPMT3005 - Manage pests without applying pesticides
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to adapt or create physical conditions in the site environment to manage non-timber pests. The unit covers assessing the nature and extent of the pest and pest activity, gaining a thorough understanding of client requirements and factors contributing to the pest problem, and then applying company procedures to eliminate food, water and harbourages and block ingress for a range of non-timber pests. The selection of appropriate equipment and methods is essential for performing the task safely and efficiently.The unit applies to non-timber pests that include ants, cockroaches, rodents and spiders, and to pest activity that may affect the health, safety and amenity of persons or the environment. It can be applied to residential, commercial or industrial premises or sites. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to pest management in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Inspect work site and identify pests and pest activity.
  • Work site is accessed and contact with client or nominated representative is established, according to client and company requirements.
  • Work order is reviewed and client requests and issues are clarified with appropriate persons.
  • Inspection method is determined and inspection equipment selected and checked according to work order and client and company requirements.
  • Hazards relating to inspection of work site are identified and risks assessed and controlled according to relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Site buildings and environment are examined and types of pest, extent of pest activity and potential for pest activity are identified according to work order and company requirements.
       
Element: Develop pest management plan and discuss with client.
  • Pest management methods are selected according to type and extent of pest and pest activity, potential for pest activity, work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Pest management plan is developed according to client, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given.
  • Client approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements.
       
Element: Prepare work site for pest management
  • Risk assessment is conducted, hazards relating to pest management at the work site are identified, and risk control measures determined according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of tools and building components when installing physical controls.
  • Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during pest management activities.
  • Factors affecting completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly advised.
       
Element: Select and prepare equipment and materials for implementation of pest management plan.
  • Suitable tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, accessed and checked for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • PPE is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Materials are selected according to risk assessment and pest management plan, and are located and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements.
       
Element: Adapt or create physical conditions in work site to manage pests.
  • Work site is modified using tools, equipment, materials and pest management method according to the client-approved pest management plan.
  • Work is conducted using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Emergency situations are responded to using emergency response procedures according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
       
Element: Finalise work and complete documentation.
  • Equipment, materials and waste are collected and removed from work site according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Work site is restored according to work order, client requests, and environmental and company requirements.
  • Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Tools and equipment are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Cleaned tools and equipment are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements.
  • Waste that was removed from work site is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
  • Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.
       


Evidence Required

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.

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.

Inspect work site and identify pests and pest activity.

1.1.

Work site is accessed and contact with client or nominated representative is established, according to client and company requirements.

1.2.

Work order is reviewed and client requests and issues are clarified with appropriate persons.

1.3.

Inspection method is determined and inspection equipment selected and checked according to work order and client and company requirements.

1.4.

Hazards relating to inspection of work site are identified and risks assessed and controlled according to relevant company and compliance requirements.

1.5.

Site buildings and environment are examined and types of pest, extent of pest activity and potential for pest activity are identified according to work order and company requirements.

2.

Develop pest management plan and discuss with client.

2.1.

Pest management methods are selected according to type and extent of pest and pest activity, potential for pest activity, work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

2.2.

Pest management plan is developed according to client, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

2.3.

Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given.

2.4.

Client approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements.

3.

Prepare work site for pest management

3.1.

Risk assessment is conducted, hazards relating to pest management at the work site are identified, and risk control measures determined according to manufacturer specifications.

3.2.

Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of tools and building components when installing physical controls.

3.3.

Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during pest management activities.

3.4.

Factors affecting completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly advised.

4.

Select and prepare equipment and materials for implementation of pest management plan.

4.1.

Suitable tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, accessed and checked for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

4.2.

PPE is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications.

4.3.

Materials are selected according to risk assessment and pest management plan, and are located and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements.

5.

Adapt or create physical conditions in work site to manage pests.

5.1.

Work site is modified using tools, equipment, materials and pest management method according to the client-approved pest management plan.

5.2.

Work is conducted using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

5.3.

Emergency situations are responded to using emergency response procedures according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.

Finalise work and complete documentation.

6.1.

Equipment, materials and waste are collected and removed from work site according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.2.

Work site is restored according to work order, client requests, and environmental and company requirements.

6.3.

Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.4.

Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.

Clean up.

7.1.

Tools and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.2.

Tools and equipment are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.3.

Cleaned tools and equipment are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements.

7.4.

Waste that was removed from work site is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.5.

Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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.

Inspect work site and identify pests and pest activity.

1.1.

Work site is accessed and contact with client or nominated representative is established, according to client and company requirements.

1.2.

Work order is reviewed and client requests and issues are clarified with appropriate persons.

1.3.

Inspection method is determined and inspection equipment selected and checked according to work order and client and company requirements.

1.4.

Hazards relating to inspection of work site are identified and risks assessed and controlled according to relevant company and compliance requirements.

1.5.

Site buildings and environment are examined and types of pest, extent of pest activity and potential for pest activity are identified according to work order and company requirements.

2.

Develop pest management plan and discuss with client.

2.1.

Pest management methods are selected according to type and extent of pest and pest activity, potential for pest activity, work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

2.2.

Pest management plan is developed according to client, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

2.3.

Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given.

2.4.

Client approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements.

3.

Prepare work site for pest management

3.1.

Risk assessment is conducted, hazards relating to pest management at the work site are identified, and risk control measures determined according to manufacturer specifications.

3.2.

Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of tools and building components when installing physical controls.

3.3.

Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during pest management activities.

3.4.

Factors affecting completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly advised.

4.

Select and prepare equipment and materials for implementation of pest management plan.

4.1.

Suitable tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, accessed and checked for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

4.2.

PPE is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications.

4.3.

Materials are selected according to risk assessment and pest management plan, and are located and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements.

5.

Adapt or create physical conditions in work site to manage pests.

5.1.

Work site is modified using tools, equipment, materials and pest management method according to the client-approved pest management plan.

5.2.

Work is conducted using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

5.3.

Emergency situations are responded to using emergency response procedures according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.

Finalise work and complete documentation.

6.1.

Equipment, materials and waste are collected and removed from work site according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.2.

Work site is restored according to work order, client requests, and environmental and company requirements.

6.3.

Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

6.4.

Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.

Clean up.

7.1.

Tools and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.2.

Tools and equipment are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.3.

Cleaned tools and equipment are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements.

7.4.

Waste that was removed from work site is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

7.5.

Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Work site must include either:

residential premises with different types of construction, or

commercial premises with different uses, or

a combination of the above.

Appropriate persons must include one or more of the following:

clients

colleagues

managers

persons in control of work site

supervisors.

Inspection equipment must include:

camera

ladder

magnifying glass

mirror

portable lighting or torch

probe

specimen bottles.

Hazards to be checked for must include:

animal bites and stings

audible alarms

chemicals

confined or restricted spaces

electrical

environmental contamination

fire

guard dogs

hazards affecting native species

lighting

manual handling

moving vehicles and machinery

noise

remote locations

residual pesticides and other chemicals

respiratory

slips and trips

temperature

ultraviolet (UV) radiation

working at heights.

Compliance requirements must include:

Australian standards, quality assurance and certification requirements relating to pest management

industry guides, advisory standards and codes of practice relating to pest management

commonwealth, state and territory legislation and local government regulations relating to pest management, including those relating to:

chemical registers and manifests

chemical usage

consumer protection

dangerous goods

privacy

licensing requirements for pest management

public health and safety

environmental protection, including waste handling and disposal

work health and safety requirements relating to pest management, including:

injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting

procedures for hazard identification, risk assessment and hazard control, including hierarchy of hazard control

manual handling requirements of national registration authority and state government authorities

site inductions and client safety requirements

use of safe work methods.

Types of pests must include species identification of:

ants

cockroaches

rodents

spiders.

Extent of pest activity must include:

factors contributing to pest activity

scope and degree of activity or infestation

source of pest activity.

Pest management methods must include:

cultural controls

physical controls.

Pest management plan must include:

advice on health, safety, environmental and other legislative matters

advice on pest prevention strategies

details of pest and pest activity and potential for pest activity

follow-up pest management advice, monitoring and call-back schedule

mandatory notification requirements

pest management methods

risk management plan.

Signage and barriers must include one or more of the following:

physical barriers and restraints erected to restrict access to work site

signs that warn of danger or adverse conditions in compliance with legislative requirements or Australian standards.

Personal protective equipment must include:

appropriate eye, ear and respiratory protection

first aid kit appropriate to the task and location

site-specific PPE and clothing requirements

soap and towel

sun protection.

Emergency response procedures must include one of more of the following:

calling emergency numbers

cleaning up

isolating hazards

notifying authorities.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work site is accessed and contact with client or nominated representative is established, according to client and company requirements. 
Work order is reviewed and client requests and issues are clarified with appropriate persons. 
Inspection method is determined and inspection equipment selected and checked according to work order and client and company requirements. 
Hazards relating to inspection of work site are identified and risks assessed and controlled according to relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Site buildings and environment are examined and types of pest, extent of pest activity and potential for pest activity are identified according to work order and company requirements. 
Pest management methods are selected according to type and extent of pest and pest activity, potential for pest activity, work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Pest management plan is developed according to client, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given. 
Client approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements. 
Risk assessment is conducted, hazards relating to pest management at the work site are identified, and risk control measures determined according to manufacturer specifications. 
Size and usage pattern of work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of tools and building components when installing physical controls. 
Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during pest management activities. 
Factors affecting completion of work order are identified and appropriate persons are promptly advised. 
Suitable tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, accessed and checked for operational effectiveness according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
PPE is adjusted to suit operator’s requirements according to manufacturer specifications. 
Materials are selected according to risk assessment and pest management plan, and are located and prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. 
Work site is modified using tools, equipment, materials and pest management method according to the client-approved pest management plan. 
Work is conducted using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Emergency situations are responded to using emergency response procedures according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Equipment, materials and waste are collected and removed from work site according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Work site is restored according to work order, client requests, and environmental and company requirements. 
Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Regulatory and company documentation is completed and distributed according to relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Tools and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Tools and equipment are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Cleaned tools and equipment are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements. 
Waste that was removed from work site is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 
Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications, and relevant company and compliance requirements. 

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