Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine type and method of fumigation
- Identify the nature and level of pest presence
- Determine need for fumigant use within an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy
- Determine type of fumigant and application rate
- Select method of fumigant application to suit type of pests and site
- Determine volume to be fumigated to ensure fumigation conditions are met as per label instructions
- Conduct and record work health and safety risk assessment for both fumigation and post fumigation re-entry
- Prepare to use fumigant according to label and SDS
- Select appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as per label requirements and check for effectiveness
- Define and calculate application/dosage rates
- Erect prominent signage notifying passers-by of fumigation operation in progress
- Identify hazards, assess risks and implement control measures
- Prepare fumigation site to control inadvertent entry or exposure
- Implement emergency procedures as required
- Conduct fumigation
- Confirm first aid equipment is available onsite
- Assess weather conditions and forecasts prior to and during application
- Create airtight seal in fumigation area to ensure maximum effectiveness of fumigation
- Signpost and barricade fumigation site where required to prevent access
- Apply fumigant safely and effectively in accordance with label requirements
- Control site until area is suitable for re-use
- Transport and store fumigants as required
- Monitor fumigation
- Ventilate fumigated area
- Clean up following fumigation
- Remove barriers, signs and locks and store for future use in appropriate location
- Clean, decontaminate, check and store equipment and personal protective equipment in appropriate location
- Transport and store fumigants in accordance with label, legislative and industry practice
- Dispose of all waste as per label instructions
- Record application details
- Record details of fumigant applications
- Record details of fumigant used in the chemical inventory or register
- Maintain inventory of personal protective equipment
- Follow procedures and requirements for reporting fumigation details to management/employer
- Record and report safety incidents or poisoning to the appropriate person or authority