Application
Not Applicable
Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 Select a pest management vehicle | 1.1 Assess vehicle capabilities against pest management service requirements 1.2 Determine vehicle suitability for performing pest management activities in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, occupational health and safety (OHS) and company requirements 1.3 Confirm vehicle complies with roadworthiness and registration rules in accordance with legislative, OHS and company requirements | ||
2 Set up a pest management vehicle | 2.1 Determine type of pest management services to be offered and equip the vehicle for its intended usage in accordance with legislative, OHS and companyrequirements 2.2 Implement secure storage arrangements for transporting chemicals and equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements 2.3 Affix signage in accordance with legislative and companyrequirements | ||
2.4 Separate vehicle equipment and passenger compartments to minimise transportation risks in accordance with legislative, OHS and companyrequirements 2.5 Equip vehicle to enable implementation of an emergency response procedures in accordance with legislative and company requirements | |||
2.6 Select weather resistant equipment for external use in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and companyrequirements 2.7 Select equipment manufactured from non-absorbent substances to minimise chemical build-up and other contamination in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements 2.8 Select pumps, hoses, fittings and tanks to meet anticipated volume/pressure delivery in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements | |||
3 Control a pest management vehicle | 3.1 Secure chemicals to prevent accidental spillage in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements 3.2 Store and transport the estimated quantity of chemicals required for immediate work requirements in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements 3.3 Secure, use and maintain equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative, OHS and company requirements 3.4 Respond to emergency situations using emergency response procedures in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements 3.5 Restrict access to and operation of the pest management vehicle to authorised personnel in accordance with legislative, OHS and company requirements 3.6 Drive the vehicle safely and courteously in accordance with all traffic laws and instructions | ||
4 Maintain a pest management vehicle | 4.1 Safety-check and maintain regular vehicle servicing to ensure roadworthiness in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and legislative and companyrequirements 4.2 Clean vehicle regularly to remove chemical contaminants in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements 4.3 Collect and dispose of all waste in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and environmental, legislative, OHS and company requirements 4.4 Present vehicle to maintain the company's public image in accordance with company requirements |
Required Skills
Refer to Evidence Guide
Evidence Required
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 select and operate a pest management vehicle. 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 identification of the hazards and risks associated with pest management.
Accurate identification of vehicle capacities against intended usage.
Selection of appropriate equipment and materials in relation to the vehicle and the services to be delivered.
Safe operation of the vehicle.
Compliance with company and legislative/regulatory requirements.
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.
Chemical transport and storage legislation and standards.
Vehicle types and specifications suitable to pest management operations.
Road laws and conditions.
Prohibited areas for pest management vehicles.
Types and availability of vehicle equipment.
Suitable cleaning locations.
Product knowledge including manufacturers' specifications for products being stored and transported.
OHS legislation and procedures.
Applicable regulations, codes of practice and industry advisory standards.
Routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure from chemicals.
Emergency response procedures.
Injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting procedures.
Dangerous goods in use.
Licensing requirements for pest management.
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:
driving a commercial vehicle
vehicle mounted equipment operation
finding and using information
handling and disposing of chemicals safely
hazard identification and risk control
reading, interpreting and comprehending directions and safety instructions in equipment manuals and on chemical labels and MSDS
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:
PRMPM17B Repair and maintain service equipment
PRMPM26B Select and obtain pest management equipment and materials.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
access to suitable equipment and chemicals
access to personal protective equipment
access to equipment operating manuals and MSDS
access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
work order instructions, work plans and schedules, and policy documents
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 work environment by reviewing the processes followed to organise and operate a pest management vehicle under normal industry operating conditions, or if this is not practicable, in a simulated work environment.
Assessment may be supported through an assignment or specific project.
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.
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 managers and team members concerning vehicle capacity to meet all legislative, regulatory and business requirements. | ||||||
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | 2 | Collect and analyse manufacturers' specifications on transportation of equipment and materials. | ||||||
How are activities planned and organised? | 2 | Plan and organise selection and acquisition of relevant equipment and materials for transportation. | ||||||
How can teamwork be applied? | 2 | Communicate to team members safe work practices. | ||||||
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? | 1 | Calculate vehicle size and manufacturers' specifications for storage and transportation of equipment and materials. | ||||||
How can problem-solving skills be applied? | 2 | Assess and analyse in conjunction with management possible problems that may arise. | ||||||
How can the use of technology be applied? | 2 | Record data such as incident/hazard reports, stock or equipment replenishment for future use. |
Range Statement
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.
Authorised personnel may include:
company staff
licensed pest management technicians
suitably licensed drivers.
Chemicals may include:
cleaning products
flammable products
pesticides
registered AGVET products.
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:
bulk liquid tanks, pumps, hoses and fixtures
drills
First Aid kit
ladder racks
lockable chemical and equipment storage
personal protective clothing and equipment
waste disposal containers
water supply access facilities fitted with suitable backflow prevention devices.
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
dangerous goods code
declared pest (plant and animal) reporting
environmental protection issues
equal employment opportunity
freedom of information
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
use of chemicals in accordance with MSDS
use of residual current devices
use, storage and maintenance of equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and equipment operating manuals
withholding periods and spray drift.
* Also known as workplace health and safety
Personal protective equipment (PPE) may include:
air-line and self-contained respirators
breathing respirator - full-face and half-face
chemical impervious gloves
chemical resistant aprons
communication equipment
contaminated clothing bag
cradles
drinking fluids
dust masks
eye protection e.g. safety glasses, goggles
eyewashes and showers
face shield (splash-proof)
First Aid kit appropriate to the task and location
hair nets
hard hats
high-visibility vests/clothing
long pants
noise protection
non-slip safety shoes/boots
overalls, coveralls or other chemical protective clothing
prodding/probing sticks and rods
safety harness
sharps containers
soap and towel
sunscreen
tongs
torch
washable sun hats
wet-work protective clothing.
Pests may include any pest of commercial significance in an urban environment.
Signage may include:
company name
pest management licence details
required labels on chemical containers (type and concentration strength).
Vehicles may be either two or four-wheel drive and include:
all terrain vehicles
equipment trailers
light trucks and vans
panel vans
tray utilities.
Waste may include:
absorbent material, rags or other contaminated cleaning materials
used containers
used or contaminated personal protective equipment
used or unused chemicals
vehicle wash run-off.
Sectors
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
Not Applicable
Licensing Information
Not Applicable