Elements and Performance Criteria
- Demonstrate basic understanding of pest management principles
- Recognise common invasive pests relevant to field of work
- Identify characteristics of specific pest species and their impacts on the community and environment
- Identify pest management plans applicable to area of work
- Apply principles of integrated pest management according to supervisor instructions
- Identify risks associated with presence of pest species in area of work
- Identify own responsibilities and boundaries of own job role in relation to pest management practices
- Work within industry guidelines, procedures and legislation
- Assist with identifying key stakeholders and contribute to stakeholder engagement and consultation processes
- Apply the following work health and safety practices: use of personal protective equipment and safe chemical handling, where applicable
- Identify environmental, legislative, ethical and organisational requirements relevant to working in the pest management sector
- Identify licenses, permits and permissions required to enter a property for the purpose of pest management activities
- Relate standard operating procedures and Codes of Practice to field of work
- Follow procedures to ensure applicable legislative, licensing and procedural requirements are ethically implemented to required standards
- Use technology, equipment and tools to carry out work tasks
- Identify and use suitable navigational tools for onsite orientation
- Calibrate or prepare equipment for use
- Use communication devices onsite effectively and correctly to meet communication needs of self and others
- Operate a range of equipment and tools required for work tasks
- Identify equipment faults and take action or tell your supervisor
- Record information and data regarding the pest control program in relevant database or information system according to workplace procedures
- Prioritise and undertake daily work activities
- Seek clarification from senior officer regarding target area and, where necessary, methods to be used in the pest management program
- Identify, prioritise and carry out work tasks within designated timeframes in accordance with work orders
- Identify and select equipment required to carry out pest management program
- Review factors affecting the achievement of work tasks and tell your supervisor
- Dispose of waste material in accordance with organisational procedures and biosecurity practices
- Undertake routine monitoring of pest management area and, as appropriate, discuss any factors that might impact the effectiveness of the program to your supervisor
- Follow work health and safety requirements for all activities