Skill set Outline
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Manage timber pests
Manage timber pests
Skill set
National Code
CPPSS00047
CPPSS00047
State Code
AD199
AD199
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
08/09/2015
Current Release Date
30/09/2019
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
145
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 30/09/2019 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 08/09/2015 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set provides pest management technicians with the competencies required to inspect premises for timber pests. It also covers developing pest management plans, and with the agreement of the client, implementing pest management methods including biological controls, chemical barrier treatments, physical barrier treatments, management controls or the installation of physical termite management systems.
Pathway Information
Completion of these units provides credit towards CPP30119 Certificate III in Urban Pest Management.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to pest management in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements
The skill set is applicable in some States but does not meet the full licensing requirements of all States and Territories.
The skill set is applicable in some States but does not meet the full licensing requirements of all States and Territories.
Target Group
This skill set is for people who provide an urban pest management service managing timber pests.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units from CPP Property Services Training Package meet industry requirements for managing basic timber pests in most States and Territories.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBI51 | CPPUPM3010 | Control timber pests | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBI52 | CPPUPM3008 | Inspect for and report on timber pests | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBI47 | CPPUPM3042 | Install termite management systems | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC814 | CPPSS00025 | Manage Timber Pests Skill Set | Skill set |