This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use application equipment to fumigate grain, seed, crops and plants housed in enclosures or confined spaces.

The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.

State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions for the purchase and use of fumigants.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Determine the need for fumigation as an option for pest management strategy of the workplace
Assess the facility and conditions for suitability of fumigation as a method to use
Select method of fumigant and application equipment to suit type of pest, facility and material to be treated
Identify and select fumigant to be used and its application rate according to chemical label
Identify hazards, assess risks and implement control measures for fumigation in confined spaces
Establish security measures to control access during fumigation and prescribed re-entry periods according to chemical label and workplace procedures
Determine appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) according to fumigant safety requirements
Erect signage and barriers to control risk of inadvertent entry to facility
Seal the facility and check the seal integrity
Take appropriate measurements and calculations to ensure the concentration of fumigant will meet specification
Check operational effectiveness of fumigation equipment according to operating procedures
Calibrate fumigation equipment to deliver the correct rate of application according to chemical label and operating instructions
Transport and store fumigants according to chemical label and safety data sheets (SDS) and regulatory requirements
Select, ensure serviceability, fit and use PPE for selected fumigant according to chemical label and SDS
Prepare fumigant according to chemical label and equipment operator instructions
Apply fumigant according to planned application method, pest management strategy and chemical label
Monitor fumigation site during exposure time and prevent unauthorised access
Maintain integrity of seals throughout the active fumigation period
Respond to emergency situations according to workplace emergency procedures
Establish ventilation and re-entry times and risk controls according to chemical label and withholding periods
Ventilate facility using appropriate equipment to remove fumigant in a safe and controlled manner
Test for evidence of residual gas according to workplace procedures, and maximum residue limits for the material being treated
Notify appropriate personnel of any further risk control measures required
Collect and remove all equipment, sealants, fumigants and waste materials according to workplace procedures
Remove signage and barriers according to site security measures
Clean, decontaminate, check and store equipment and PPE according to workplace procedures, chemical labels, SDS and regulatory requirements
Dispose of all waste according to chemical label instructions and workplace environmental procedures
Record details of fumigation applications according to workplace procedures
Record and report safety incidents according to workplace procedures
Determine the need for fumigation as an option for pest management strategy of the workplace
Assess the facility and conditions for suitability of fumigation as a method to use
Select method of fumigant and application equipment to suit type of pest, facility and material to be treated
Identify and select fumigant to be used and its application rate according to chemical label
Identify hazards, assess risks and implement control measures for fumigation in confined spaces
Establish security measures to control access during fumigation and prescribed re-entry periods according to chemical label and workplace procedures
Determine appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) according to fumigant safety requirements

Assessment Cover Sheet

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