Understanding the control of pests and diseases which may affect plants in a retail outlet

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
F/600/2666
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
20 hours

Assessment Guidance

L4, L9, L18, CU76, CU78, CU80.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the importance of monitoring plant health in a retail outlet.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain the reasons why plant health needs to be monitored.

  • 1.2

    Explain what can happen if plant health is not monitored effectively.

2

Know the different types of pests and diseases that may affect plants in a retail outlet.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe the common types of pests and diseases that may occur in retail outlets.

  • 2.2

    Describe the problems caused in retail outlets by the common pests and diseases which affect plants.

3

Understand the control of pests and diseases affecting plants in a retail outlet.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Explain the range of appropriate control methods for pests and diseases including:

    • biological methods

    • chemical methods

    • other possible methods available

  • 3.2

    Compare the different methods of control and evaluate their effectiveness in a range of situations.

  • 3.3

    Explain the relevance of the integrated approach to plant protection.

4

Understand the health and safety requirements relating to the control of pests and diseases affecting plants in a retail outlet.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain key health and safety issues in relation to the control of pests and diseases.

  • 4.2

    Explain how to carry out a Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessment when using plant protection products.

  • 4.3

    Explain the relevance of the Code of Practice for using plant protection products.