Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPPUPM3008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Inspect for and report on timber pests

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPUPM3008 - Inspect for and report on timber pests
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application
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: Confirm work and compliance requirements and assess work site.
  • Review work instructions to confirm client requirements, site location and inspection timeframes, and clarify expectations with relevant persons.
       
Element: Review workplace policies and procedures and regulatory and industry requirements for timber pest inspections and reports and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
       
Element: Access and review documentation for the work site to establish a history of previous building or pest inspections, treatments or safety issues.
       
Element: Access work site and assess physical characteristics and surrounding environment according to workplace requirements.
       
Element: Assess type and nature of structures and construction methods at the work site according to workplace requirements.
       
Element: Locate typical timber pest pressure areas to ensure inspection targets probable timber pest activity.
       
Element: Record assessment results and obtain verbal agreement from client to proceed with general timber pest inspection or written agreement for pre-purchase inspection.
       
Element: Plan and prepare for site inspection.
  • Identify hazards associated with inspection tasks and assess and control risks at the site according to workplace requirements.
       
Element: Select inspection tools and equipment and fit required personal protective equipment according to workplace requirements.
       
Element: Plan systematic and comprehensive inspection and recording methods based on work site assessment and work instructions.
       
Element: Inspect for timber pests.
  • Inspect premises and surrounds using predetermined methods and record results according to workplace and compliance requirements.
       
Element: Inspect and collect evidence of timber pest activity at the work site.
       
Element: Identify timber pest risk factors and requirements for further inspections and discuss recommendations with client.
       
Element: Confirm pest type, activity and extent of damage
  • Analyse and test collected evidence to clarify type of timber pest and timber pest activity.
       
Element: Analyse inspection records and test results to identify previous or current types of timber pests and to confirm infestation locations and extent of damage.
       
Element: Locate timber pest source and site conditions conducive to infestation.
       
Element: Estimate previous, current and potential impacts of timber pest activity on the work site and record findings.
       
Element: Prepare and distribute inspection report.
  • Document inspection report detailing inspection outcomes, evidence and risk analysis and pest management recommendations according to work instructions, workplace and compliance requirements.
       
Element: Distribute inspection report to relevant persons according to work instructions, workplace and compliance requirements.
       
Element: Securely maintain all inspection documentation, evidence and client records according to workplace requirements.
       

Submission Requirements

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

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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.
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
Review work instructions to confirm client requirements, site location and inspection timeframes, and clarify expectations with relevant persons. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Identify hazards associated with inspection tasks and assess and control risks at the site according to workplace requirements. 
 
 
Inspect premises and surrounds using predetermined methods and record results according to workplace and compliance requirements. 
 
 
Analyse and test collected evidence to clarify type of timber pest and timber pest activity. 
 
 
 
Document inspection report detailing inspection outcomes, evidence and risk analysis and pest management recommendations according to work instructions, workplace and compliance requirements. 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CPPUPM3008 - Inspect for and report on timber pests
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CPPUPM3008 - Inspect for and report on timber pests

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