Clear features that harbour pest animals

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCVPT201A, 'Clear features that harbour pest animals'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Determine clearing work required

1.1. Characteristics of the features that harbour the target pest are identified.

1.2. Locations of the habitat of the target pest are identified.

1.3. Approaches to work including estimated time required to clear features and destroy pest habitats are determined.

1.4. Hazards associated with the job are identified in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards.

1.5. Environmental risks associated with the job are identified in accordance with statutory and local authority requirements.

1.6. Vehicles, equipment and materials required to complete the habitat destruction are identified.

2. Prepare for clearing and destruction work

2.1. Location and boundaries for the clearing are mapped in accordance with the pest management strategy and monitoring program.

2.2. Precautions to minimise hazards associated with the clearing are taken in accordance with OHS standards.

2.3. Precautions to minimise environmental risks associated with the clearing are taken in accordance with statutory and local authority requirements.

2.4. Vehicles, equipment and materials are checked for serviceability in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and relevant policies.

2.5. Actions to prevent interference with non-target species are taken as necessary.

2.6. Appropriate licences, permits and clearances are obtained prior to commencement of work.

3. Clear land and destroy pest habitats

3.1. Areas containing pest habitat are dogged prior to commencing destruction procedures if required.

3.2. Features and habitats which harbour target pest are cleared in accordance with industry practice.

3.3. Habitats are destroyed using approved procedures and techniques in accordance with industry practice.

3.4. Destroyed habitats are checked for remaining sites that can be accessed and restored by pest animals.

3.5. Remaining sites that can be accessed and restored by pest animals are made inaccessible.

3.6. Area is monitored over a prescribed period to detect signs of reinfestation.

3.7. Native and other valued flora are protected as required in accordance with environmental statutory requirements.

3.8. Debris is disposed of in accordance with industry practice.

4. Clean and store equipment and material

4.1. Equipment and materials are cleaned and stored in accordance with relevant standards and policies.

4.2. Job completion is reported or recorded in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCVPT201A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC21010 - Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management
  • AHC31810 - Certificate III in Vertebrate Pest Management
  • AHC20110 - Certificate II in Agriculture