Control predators and pests

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
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
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
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 SFIAQUA221A, 'Control predators and pests'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Control predators and pests' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for predator and pest control

1.1. Problem species and their behavioural traits that have potential effects on cultured or held stock are recognised.

1.2. Behaviour and intensity of predators and pests, including any abnormal behaviour in stock, are observed and reported to supervisor.

1.3. Instructions are received from supervisor and carried out.

2. Check and maintain predator and pest control structures and equipment

2.1. Assistance with erecting or installing control structures and equipment is given.

2.2. Regular and routine inspections on control structures and equipment are carried out and major problems reported to supervisor.

2.3. Basic repairs and maintenance are carried out.

2.4. Wildlife is relocated safely.

2.5. Vegetation or other materials that can harbour or shelter pests and predators is cleared or removed.

3. Assist with disposal of wastes and mortalities

3.1. Collection equipment and holding/storage facilities are checked and prepared.

3.2. Wastes and mortalities are collected and transferred to the holding or storage facilities.

3.3. Disposal of wastes and mortalities is safely carried out.

3.4. Work practices employed minimise stock stress or damage.

4. Complete post- predator and pest control activities

4.1. Clean up of work area, including repairs and storage of equipment, is supervised and condition report prepared.

4.2. Relevant predator and pest control data, observations or information are recorded legibly and accurately, and any out of range or unusual records checked.

4.3. Compliance and other required reports are prepared and conveyed to senior personnel advising of the effectiveness of predator and pest control, and recommendations made for improvements.

4.4. Feedback on own work performance is sought from supervisor and opportunities to improve identified.


Qualifications and Skillsets

SFIAQUA221A appears in the following qualifications:

  • SFI20611 - Certificate II in Seafood Industry (Sales and Distribution)
  • SFI20111 - Certificate II in Aquaculture
  • SFI30611 - Certificate III in Seafood Industry (Sales and Distribution)