Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to treat weeds
- Weeds which impact on commercial crops, gardens and turf, and natural areas are recognised by common name.
- Details of the weed occurrence are recorded and reported to the supervisor.
- Treatment methods are selected in consultation with the supervisor.
- Equipment is selected and prepared for use according to enterprise guidelines and manufacturers specifications.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified and safety concerns reported to the supervisor.
- Treat weeds
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used and maintained according to procedures.
- Treatments are prepared according to supervisor's instructions and manufacturer's guidelines.
- Treatments are applied in such a way that non-target damage is minimised.
- Treatments are applied according to OHS and environmental regulatory requirements.
- Carry out post treatment operation