AHCPCM508 — Develop an integrated pest management program

1 Determine IPM strategy

• 1.1Identify weed, pest and disease infestations, considering workplace requirements
• 1.2Define weed, pest and disease relationships and vectors as key factors in developing the integrated pest management (IPM) program
• 1.3Develop a system to assess the size and extent of any infestation
• 1.4Assess business implications and urgency of action according to published data, workplace procedures and economic threshold
• 1.5Identify and report conditions likely to impact on business viability
• 1.6Determine the economic threshold for the crops grown

2 Design control measures for weeds, pests or diseases

• 2.1Determine the appropriate method to control any weed, pest or disease issue that ensures limited impact on beneficial organisms and minimises the possibility of weeds, pests or diseases developing resistance
• 2.2Develop strategies to ensure minimal or no risk of resistance developing in the range of weeds, pests or diseases identified
• 2.3Confirm control measures account for the damage threshold of the particular crop and that product still conforms to market access and workplace requirements
• 2.4Develop a weed, pest or disease prevention program where possible to minimise, limit or remove risk factors
• 2.5Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for IPM strategy
• 2.6Document IPM program according to workplace procedures

3 Monitor IPM program activities and control procedures

• 3.1Monitor IPM program activities and identify thresholds for remedial action
• 3.2Undertake and document remedial action or contingency plan where necessary
• 3.3Confirm control procedures reflect sound implementation of IPM strategy and program, marketing objectives and business imperatives
• 3.4Monitor control procedures and undertake remedial action where necessary

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