Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess pests and disease infestation
- Plan the implementation of control measures
- Control measures suitable for the infestation are selected from IPM strategy.
- Tools, equipment and machinery are selected for each work activity according to enterprise work procedures.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk controls are implemented.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained according to procedures.
- Control measures selected need to be in full consideration of OHS and environmental implications.
- Implement control measures
- Enterprise work team, contractors and IPM product suppliers are coordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the supervisor.
- Control measures are implemented according to the IPM standards or industry Code of Practice.
- A clean and safe work area is maintained throughout and on completion of each activity.
- Records are maintained as required by legislation and enterprise guidelines.
- Monitor control methods
- Control methods are monitored to identify side effects to other plants, animals or external environment.
- Effectiveness of control methods are assessed in reference to specified industry, OHS and enterprise standards.
- Adjustments to IPM control methods are implemented where necessary to meet enterprise specifications.