People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe the potential effects of disease, insect infestation, and other disorders on a New Zealand forest plantation; describe the pathways of entry of exotic organisms into New Zealand forest plantations and the importance of biosecurity at ports of entry; identify the signs and symptoms of tree health disorders in New Zealand forest plantations; demonstrate knowledge of the requirements for reporting suspected forest health disorders in New Zealand forest plantations and prepare samples for dispatch; and describe legislation relevant to, and organisations involved in forest plantation protection in New Zealand.
