The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed by observing practical demonstration in the field and is best obtained by the actual service and maintenance of operating equipment under normal industry operating conditions, or if this is not practicable, in a simulated work environment.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:

comply with company, legislative and regulatory requirements

conduct service equipment maintenance and repair activities

identify hazards and risks associated with pest management and apply knowledge of hierarchy of hazard control

implement and maintain equipment maintenance plan

plan maintenance activities

select equipment and materials for the tasks.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

suitable work site or venue

equipment specifications and maintenance schedules

company procedures and policies for maintenance

PPE

plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Guidance information for assessment

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPPMT3018A Maintain equipment and chemical storage areas

CPPPMT3026A Select and obtain pest management vehicles, equipment and materials.

Required skills

skills to work safely when:

manual handling

operating equipment

problem-solving skills to diagnose equipment maintenance and repair needs

language, literacy and numeracy skills for:

communicating clearly and concisely verbally and in writing

reading and interpreting directions and safety instructions, including:

equipment manuals

chemical labels

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

safety warning signs and symbols

enterprise codes

requesting advice or further information

seeking and receiving feedback

sourcing, organising and recording information.

planning and organising work, including:

scheduling maintenance and repair activities

managing time

self-management skills to work alone and in a team

Required knowledge

legislation, regulations, codes of practice and industry advisory standards that apply to maintaining and repairing equipment and securing, storing, using and disposing of chemicals, including:

environmental protection legislation

OHS legislation

company management structure and procedures, including:

documentation requirements

emergency response procedures

enterprise maintenance and servicing policies and procedures

injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting requirements

manual-handling techniques

maintenance schedules

OHS procedures, including hierarchy of hazard control

reporting procedures

hazards and risks of storing, preparing, using and disposing of chemicals

plant and equipment types and functions

product knowledge, including manufacturer specifications for equipment and products being used

routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicals

spare parts availability and supply

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.

Equipment maintenance plan may include:

arrangements for daily maintenance and periodic service and repair of equipment requiring specialist services, such as:

elevated work platforms

generators

emergency procedures

maintenance schedules

replacement procedures

routine service procedures.

Equipment may include:

bulk spray tanks

bunding materials

cradles

drills

dust masks

dusters

dusting equipment – hand and electric

electrical leads and equipment

elevated work platforms

face shields

flexible lights

generators

hard hats

hoses for motor powered pumps

injectors

ladders

nozzles

pneumatic hand sprayers

pump motors

respirators

safety devices, such as:

pressure gauges

safety valves

spill kits

fire extinguishers

first aid kits

safety harnesses

simple centrifugal pumps

sound, moisture and movement detectors

sounding instruments

spray equipment

spray guns

trays.

Manufacturer specifications may include:

emergency response resources

equipment operating manuals

government publications

instructional guides

MSDS

other resources supplied by manufacturer, such as:

laminated cards

notices

wall posters

product labels

safety instructions pre-printed on equipment.

Legislative requirements may include:

Australian standards, quality assurance and certification requirements

award and enterprise agreements

industry advisory standards and codes, such as:

building codes

dangerous goods codes

relevant commonwealth, state and territory legislation and local government regulations that affect company operation, such as:

anti-discrimination and diversity

chemical controls

chemical registers or manifests

consumer protection legislation

dangerous goods Acts and regulations

declared pest (plant and animal) reporting

environmental protection issues

equal employment opportunity

freedom of information

industrial relations

motor and commercial vehicle transportation

motor licence and endorsement regulations

OHS Acts and regulations

privacy

public health

trade practices

workplace consultative arrangements.

Occupational health and safety (also known as workplace health and safety) requirements may relate to:

allergic reactions, such as contact dermatitis

communication devices for isolated or remote locations, such as:

mobile phone

two-way radio

dermatoxicological control and prevention measures

emergency procedures for contact with toxic substances, such as:

splashes in eye or on skin

inhalation

ingestion

hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms

health surveillance and monitoring, such as regular blood testing

hierarchy of hazard control procedures

industry advisory standards

information provided by national registration authority for chemical approval and state government authorities, such as:

agriculture

environment protection

health

primary industry

injury and dangerous occurrence reporting

national and industry codes of practice

OHS control procedures, such as:

health and safety plans

job plans

job safety analyses

risk assessments

safe operating practices and procedures

safe work instructions

safe work method statements

routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicals

safe work practices for equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE) and chemical storage, including interpretation of:

MSDS

hazardous substance information, such as long latency periods

safety, induction and refresher training

selection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to hazard

up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance

use of chemicals according to MSDS

use of residual current devices

use, storage and maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer specifications and equipment operating manuals

withholding periods and spray drift.

Company requirements may include:

access and equity policy, principles and practice

business and performance plans

client communication procedures

client confidentiality procedures

client service standards

company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes

company issued identification badge, card and pass

company policies and procedures

defined resource parameters

dress and presentation requirements

duty of care, code of conduct and code of ethics

emergency response and evacuation procedures

employer and employee rights and responsibilities

establishing operator identity with client

internal communication channels and reporting procedures

maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

records and information systems and processes

training (induction and refresher) materials

work site access security clearance procedures.

Environmental requirements may include:

clean up, containment or isolation

company policies and guidelines

emergency chemical spill control measures

hazardous materials handling

regulations, by-laws and guidelines of environmental protection agencies and government departments, such as:

agriculture

emergency services

national parks and wildlife.

Authorities and agencies may include:

certification and calibration agencies

chemical regulators

government departments and agencies

licensing bodies

local government.

Regulatory and company documentation may include:

accident and incident reports

certificates and notices

equipment records

invoices

job sheets

logbooks

maintenance reports

orders

receipts

service and maintenance records

warranties.