This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely work within a laboratory environment, collect and identify wood decay fungi specimens from the field, prepare in-vitro cultures, and carry out primary experiments on fungi cultures. Work is performed using laboratory hygiene and safety procedures for sampling, sterilisation and cleaning of laboratory equipment and instruments.

The unit applies to individuals with highly specialised advanced theoretical and technical knowledge for professional work and research in arboriculture. They exercise advanced cognitive, technical and communication skills and demonstrate complete autonomy, judgement and adaptability in research and analysis for complex problems.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are to this unit at the time of publication.