Control timber pests

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver CPPPMT3010, 'Control timber pests'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Control timber pests' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Design timber pest management plan.

1.1.

Work order and inspection report are reviewed to confirm task according to client and company requirements.

1.2.

Hazards are identified and risks controlled at work site according to company and compliance requirements.

1.3.

Suitable timber pest managementmethods are selected for control of timber pests based on inspection report and work site environment and according to client, company and compliance requirements.

1.4.

Client is advised of proposed pest management plan according to work order and company requirements, and questions are invited and responses given.

1.5.

Access and inspection equipment and application and installation equipment required for managing timber pests is identified according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

1.6.

Materials required to manage timber pests are identified and requirements are calculated according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

1.7.

Timber pest management plan for work site is documented and processed according to company requirements.

2.

Prepare to implement timber pest management plan.

2.1.

Timber pest management plan is reviewed to identify factors affecting completion of work order, and issues are clarified with appropriate persons according to company requirements.

2.2.

Client’s approval to proceed with implementation of pest management plan is confirmed according to company requirements.

2.3.

Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and fitted according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

2.4.

Equipment is selected and operational effectiveness checked according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

2.5.

Materials are prepared according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

2.6.

Signage and barriers are installed as required to protect public health and safety during the treatment operation.

3.

Implement pest management plan.

3.1.

Hazards are identified and risks controlled at work site according to company and compliance requirements.

3.2.

Materials identified in timber pest management plan are applied or installed according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

3.3.

Pest management plan is implemented using safe operating practices according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

3.4.

Implementation is reviewed to check effectiveness of timber pest management plan and remedial action is implemented as required.

3.5.

Emergency response procedures are implemented when necessary according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

4.

Restore work site.

4.1.

Work site is restored to condition agreed with client and requirements of timber pest management plan according to company and compliance requirements.

4.2.

Hazards are eliminated prior to handover according to company and compliance requirements.

4.3.

Signage and barriers are removed when work site is available for re-use, according to work order and company and compliance requirements.

4.4.

Appropriate persons are notified of further hazard reduction or necessary rectification measures according to company and compliance requirements.

5.

Clean, safety check and store equipment.

5.1.

Equipment and PPE are cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

5.2.

Equipment and PPE are safety checked and required maintenance is recorded according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

5.3.

Cleaned equipment and PPE are stored to allow ready access and re-use according to company requirements.

5.4.

Chemicals are transported and stored according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

5.5.

Collected waste is disposed of according to work order, manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

5.6.

Exposed skin is treated to remove any contamination according to manufacturer specifications and company and compliance requirements.

6.

Complete documentation.

6.1.

Required certificates and notices are prepared and issued according to compliance requirements.

6.2.

Company documentation is completed and distributed according to company and compliance requirements.

7.

Monitor effectiveness of timber pest management plan.

7.1.

Periodic contact schedule is established with client according to company requirements.

7.2.

Regular liaison is maintained with client to monitor effectiveness of plan according to company requirements.


Qualifications and Skillsets

CPPPMT3010 appears in the following qualifications:

  • CPP30911 - Certificate III in Pest Management
  • CPP30115 - Certificate III in Urban Pest Management

And the skillsets: