- PRMPM11B - Conduct fumigation
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
PRMPM11B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct fumigation
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
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Unit of Competency | PRMPM11B - Conduct fumigation |
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Description | This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to conduct fumigation to manage organisms. The unit applies to organisms and organism activity that impacts on the health, safety or amenity of persons, commodities or environments and can be applied to domestic, commercial, industrial or maritime situations. This unit is not intended for use in horticultural or agricultural situations involving the growing of crops.The unit may require the ability to assess the nature and extent of the organism and organism activity. It requires a thorough understanding of client requirements and the application of company information in order to perform the task. The selection of appropriate equipment, fumigants and methods is essential for performing the task safely and efficiently. These work functions are often done in teams of at least two people and within company guidelines.Persons wishing to demonstrate competency in management of complex fumigation procedures should submit for assessment in units PRMPM11B Conduct fumigation, PRMPM19B Organise and monitor pest management operations, PRMPM43A Prepare and present a pest management submission including quotation and BSBSM407A Manage a small team. | ||
Employability Skills | Not Applicable | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | Not Applicable | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Not Applicable | ||
Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Access and assess work site |
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Element: Determine type and method of fumigation |
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Element: Prepare work site for fumigation |
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Element: Prepare equipment and fumigants |
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Element: Conduct fumigation |
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Element: Monitor fumigation |
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Element: Ventilate fumigation enclosure |
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Element: Restore work site |
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Element: Clean, safety-check and store equipment and fumigants |
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Element: Update regulatory and company documentation |
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Evidence Required
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The evidence guide identifies the requirements to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. Assessment must confirm sufficient ability to use appropriate skills and knowledge to conduct fumigation safely and efficiently. Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories within the range statement that are applicable in the working environment.
Critical aspects of competency
Accurate confirmation of the type of organism.
Accurate identification of the hazards and risks associated with pest management fumigation.
Compliance with company and legislative/regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
Knowledge of hierarchy of hazard control.
Outcomes achieved in relation to work order.
Safe fumigant application methods.
Selection of appropriate equipment and fumigants.
Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria
Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts, and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.
Fumigants including types, application method, safety requirements, environmental conditions (such as withholding periods) and preparation.
Commodity absorption and desorption rates.
Fumigation work site requirements.
Fumigant application equipment.
Fumigation regulations.
Relevant Australian and international standards.
Organisms eradicated through fumigation.
Relevant fumigation licence requirements.
Test methods and readings.
Dangerous goods use.
Hazardous substances in the workplace.
Quarantine provisions in accordance with Customs Act.
Product knowledge including manufacturers' specifications for equipment and products being used.
OHS legislation and procedures.
Applicable regulations, codes of practice and industry advisory standards.
Routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure from chemicals.
Injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting requirements.
Work order specifications.
Company management structure and reporting procedures.
Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria
To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These are:
correct use of fumigation equipment
performing advanced calculations for volumes, quantities and application rates
safe fumigant application techniques
applying knowledge of structures to planning fumigation
handling, management and disposing of chemicals safely
applying correct handling techniques
hazard identification and risk control
reading, interpreting and comprehending directions and safety instructions in equipment manuals and on chemical labels and MSDS
written communication for certification and fumigant logs
attention to detail in observing work site conditions
working with breathing and associated protective equipment
performing the mathematical calculations required for measuring volumes and dosage rates based on volume and required concentrations at various stages during the fumigation period
working safely at heights and in confined spaces
communicating clearly and concisely using written and verbal modes
requesting advice or further information
seeking and receiving feedback
working on an individual basis and within a team
planning and organising work
sourcing, organising and recording information
customer service.
Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with:
PRMPM02B Assess pest management options
PRMPM06B Apply pesticide to manage pests
PRMPM43A Prepare and present a pest management submission including quotation.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
access to a suitable work site or venue
access to suitable equipment and fumigants
access to safety equipment including PPE
access to equipment operating manuals, MSDS, company procedures and manufacturers' specifications
access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
access to relevant databases and information
assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book.
Gaining evidence to assess this unit
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit the competency should be demonstrated in the field by reviewing the outcome of at least one complete fumigation role under normal industry operating conditions or if this is not practicable, observations in a realistic simulated work environment.
The competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor.
The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant written correspondence with existing and potential clients. This information must be relevant by showing evidence of the candidate's work performance.
Evidence may be available in the candidate's fumigation logbook(s) or similar record of performance.
Other forms of gaining evidence such as through oral questioning and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to supplement (but not substitute for) the practical demonstration of competence.
Key competency levels
There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added.
Information below highlights how these processes are applied in this competency standard.
1 | Perform the process | 2 | Perform and administer the process | 3 | Perform, administer and design the process | |||
How can communication of ideas and information be applied? | 2 | Communicate with management and client to ensure all information gathered is appropriate to work order outcomes. | ||||||
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | 2 | Gather and analyse all information to ensure activities to be conducted meet all legislation and work order requirements. | ||||||
How are activities planned and organised? | 2 | Plan and organise all work tasks in accordance with regulatory, legislative and company policy. | ||||||
How can teamwork be applied? | 2 | Communicate with team members and appropriate authorities all requirements of work order. | ||||||
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? | 2 | Calculate work site area and equipment and fumigation volumes required to meet work order outcomes. | ||||||
How can problem-solving skills be applied? | 2 | Communicate with management and client to identify and control potential risks or problems which may arise. | ||||||
How can the use of technology be applied? | 2 | Record data, such as incident/hazard reports or assessment documentation of client, for future use. |
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Refer to Evidence Guide
The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables are listed alphabetically and may be present for this particular unit.
Appropriate person(s) may include:
clients
colleagues
managers
person(s) in control of work site(s)
supervisors.
Clients may include:
body corporate
company/organisation
customs agents
environmental health officer
owner
owner's agent
person in control of work processes
quarantine officers.
Client records may be a computer or manual file and include:
contact details
customer files and databases
details of previous assessments
details of previous quotations
details of previous service provision
government orders e.g. from AQIS
logbooks
reports
specific details about the work site, nature of the organism problem, etc
use of contractors.
Commodities may include:
containers
fabric
furniture
grains
household items
plant material
soil
structures
timber.
Company requirements may include:
access and equity policy, principles and practice
business and performance plans
client communication procedures
client confidentiality procedures
client service standards
communication channels and reporting procedures
company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
company issued identification badge/card/pass
company policy and procedures
defined resource parameters
dress and presentation requirements
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
emergency response and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
establishing operator identity with client
maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE
OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)
OHS policies and procedures
personnel practices and guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
records and information systems and processes
training (induction and refresher) materials
work site access security clearance procedures.
Emergency response procedures include:
clean-up
containment
decontamination
documented emergency response procedures
First Aid
isolation
notification of authorities
use of appropriate fire fighting appliances
use of appropriate personal protective equipment
work site/workplace evacuation.
Environmental requirements may include:
clean-up, containment and/or isolation
company policies and guidelines
emergency chemical spill control measures
environmental protection agency and government departments (e.g. agriculture, emergency services and national parks and wildlife) regulations and guidelines
hazardous materials handling
local government regulations/bylaws.
Equipment may include:
broom
bunding material
calibrated fumigant dispenser
calibrated gas detection and monitoring equipment
camera
clips and other sealing devices
detector tubes
dispersal fans
drills
dusters
electrical extension cords
elevated work platforms
equipment decontamination materials
finger manifold
flexible light
flushing agents
fumigation sheets
generators
hoses
injectors
knives
ladders
magnifying glass
measuring jug
mirrors
monitoring lines
nozzles
portable residual current devices
pressure manometer
probes
pumps
safety harness
sand and other absorbers
sandsnakes
screwdrivers
specimen bottles
thermometer
torches
vaporiser
waste disposal containers
water flume
weight scales.
Fumigants are chemicals which, at a particular temperature and pressure, can exist in a gaseous state in sufficient concentration and for sufficient time to be lethal to insects or other animals, weeds or other organisms.
Fumigation enclosure is any space which has been or is intended to be made sufficiently gas tight to contain the fumigant.
Fumigation methods may include:
aircraft fumigation
building fumigation
chamber fumigation
sealed spaces fumigation
sheet fumigation
ship fumigation.
Hazards may include:
accidental death
allergic reactions to chemicals, pests and/or equipment, including latex allergies
biological and animal waste
bites and stings
blood and blood-stained products
confined/restricted spaces
contaminated clothing, materials and/or equipment
damaged or inappropriate equipment
dust and fibres
electrical hazards arising from cables, electrical fittings (switches and lights) and untested electrical equipment
environmental impact
fatigue
fire
gas
heights
inadequate lighting and ventilation
infectious and zoonotic diseases e.g. scabies/Q fever
manual handling techniques including awkward and repetitive postures
mobile/vehicle hazards around plant and vehicles
moving and/or unguarded parts
noise
occupational violence and bullying
poor personal hygiene practices
spill, splash and spray
underfoot conditions e.g. slippery, uneven and rough surfaces
work environment temperature extremes
work in isolated/remote environments.
Legislative requirements may include:
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
award and enterprise agreements
industry advisory standards and codes
relevant Commonwealth/state/territory legislation and local government regulations which affect company operation:
anti-discrimination and diversity
building codes
chemical controls
chemical registers/manifests
consumer protection legislation
dangerous goods Acts and regulations
declared pest (plant and animal) reporting
environmental protection issues
equal employment opportunity
freedom of information
fumigator licence requirements
industrial relations
motor and commercial vehicle(s) transportation
motor licence and endorsement regulations
OHS Acts and regulations
privacy
public health
trade practices
workplace consultative arrangements.
Manufacturers' specifications may include:
emergency response resources
equipment operational manuals
government publications
instructional guides
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
other resources supplied by the manufacturer (such as laminated cards, notices and wall posters) in work sites or vehicles
product labels
safety instructions pre-printed on equipment.
Occupational health and safety* (OHS) requirements may relate to:
allergic reactions (contact dermatitis, etc)
animal management/control procedures
communication devices for remote and isolated locations e.g. mobile phone, two-way radio, etc
dermatoxicological control and prevention measures
emergency procedures for eye and skin contact, inhalation and ingestion of toxic substances
hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms
health surveillance and monitoring (e.g. regular blood testing)
hierarchy of hazard control procedures
industry advisory standards
information provided by national registration authority for chemical approval and state government authorities e.g. agriculture, environment protection, health and primary industry
injury and dangerous occurrence reporting
national and industry codes of practice
OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)
routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure from chemicals
safe work practices for equipment, PPE and chemical storage including interpretation of MSDS and hazardous substance information e.g. long latency periods
safety training, induction and refresher training
selection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to the hazard
up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance.
* Also known as workplace health and safety
Organisms may be living animal or plant including:
bacteria
insects
mites
molluscs
rodents
seeds.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) may include:
contaminated clothing bag
cradles
dust mask
face shield
full-face mask
hair nets
hard hats
impervious gloves
overalls
respirator
safety boots
safety harness
soap and towel
sunscreen
washable hat.
Personnel may include:
client's staff
fellow workers (colleagues)
general public including bystanders
venue/facility/building/shopping centre staff/management.
Public health and safety may affect:
animals
client staff
company staff
customers (present and future)
distributors
facility users
general public
inspectors
neighbours
onlookers
retailers
suppliers
trade and service providers.
Regulatory and company documentation may include:
accident and incident reports
certificates and notices
customer files and databases
invoices
job sheets
logbooks
receipts.
Signage and barriers may include:
physical barriers and restraints erected to restrict access to the work site
signs complying with legislative requirements and/or Australian Standards warning of danger and/or adverse conditions.
Waste may be solid or liquid and include:
contaminated/hazardous biological waste
used containers
used/contaminated personal protective equipment e.g. disposable gloves.
Work order information may include:
access to work site including timing of access and access and egress points
budget allocations
completion times/dates
job requirements and tasks
legislative and local government requirements
OHS requirements and emergency response procedures
resource requirements - equipment and materials
specific client requirements e.g. noise control, sensitivity of occupants to pests and/or management, relationships with other customer activities, dress and presentation requirements
use of signage and barriers
work schedules
work site contact person(s)
working in isolated and remote locations.
Work sites for fumigation may include:
airports
bond stores
commercial premises
customs and immigration centres
docks
domestic premises
glasshouses
grain
marine craft
planes
plant nurseries
produce storage facilities
public buildings and structures
quarantine centres
rail yards and rolling stock
ships
specialised company fumigation facilities
sporting fields
transport containers and depots.
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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 |
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Access work site in accordance with company requirements | |||
Review work order in accordance with company requirements and clarify any issues with appropriate person(s) | |||
Confirm authority of client requesting the fumigation services in accordance with company requirements | |||
Identify hazards and control risks in the work site in accordance with legislative, occupational health and safety (OHS), public health and safety and company requirements | |||
Assess the work site and the work site application characteristics in accordance with legislative and company requirements | |||
Determine the size and usage pattern of the work site to ensure safety of all personnel and efficient use of equipment and fumigants | |||
Assess work site for access, security arrangements, hazards and public health and safety issues in accordance with legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Confirm the type of organisms and commodities in accordance with company requirements | |||
Select fumigation method to suit type of organism, work site and commodities in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Select and access type of fumigant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and client, environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Establish capacity to create fumigation conditions in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Identify any factors affecting the completion of the work order and advise promptly the appropriate person(s) | |||
Identify hazards and control risks using fumigants at the work site in accordance with legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Advise adjoining properties, regulatory and other relevant authorities of proposed fumigation in accordance with legislative and company requirements | |||
Install appropriate signage and barriers as required to maximise public health and safety during the fumigation in accordance with legislative and company requirements | |||
Implement security measures to control unauthorised access to the work site during the fumigation and prescribed non-re-entry periods in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Create the conditions to ensure that the required concentration of fumigant is retained within the fumigation enclosure for the required period of time in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and public health and safety and company requirements | |||
Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Select equipment appropriate for the fumigation in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements | |||
Check calibration and operational effectiveness of equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements | |||
Set up equipment and adjust equipment to suit operator's requirements in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements | |||
Select, transport, calculate dosage and prepare fumigants in order to control the risk of non-target contamination or exposure in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Treat fumigation enclosure using appropriate equipment, fumigants and fumigation methods in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Check and adjust air-tight seal, where applicable, on fumigation enclosure in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Assess fumigant escape to control impact on public health and safety in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Respond to emergency situations using emergency response procedures in accordance with environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Monitor fumigation work site continuously to prevent unauthorised access and to maintain safe conditions in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Monitor and maintain fumigant concentrations over active period in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Maintain integrity of air-tight seals, where applicable, throughout the active fumigation period in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Maintain ongoing assessment of fumigant escape to control impact on public health and safety in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Establish suitable conditions to ventilate to control risks to public health and safety in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Implement approved method of safe release of fumigant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Ventilate fumigation enclosure to remove fumigant in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Aerate fumigation enclosure and commodities in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements | |||
Test fumigation enclosure and commodities for evidence of residual fumigant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Notify client and other appropriate person(s) of any further risk control measures required in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Collect and remove all equipment, fumigants and waste in accordance with environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Restore work site in accordance with work order and client, environmental and company requirements | |||
Remove signage and barriers used when work site is available for re-use, in accordance with environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Clean and decontaminate equipment and PPE in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, OHS and company requirements | |||
Safety-check equipment and PPE and record any maintenance required in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and OHS and company requirements | |||
Store cleaned equipment and PPE to allow ready access and re-use in accordance with company requirements | |||
Transport and store fumigants in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and OHS and company requirements | |||
Dispose of all collected waste in accordance with work order, manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
Treat exposed skin to remove any contamination in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and OHS and company requirements | |||
Complete and distribute regulatory and company documentation in accordance with environmental, legislative and company requirements | |||
Update client records in accordance with company requirements |
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