Lantra Awards
Level 2
QN: 601/6555/8
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Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in The Identification of Invasive and Injurious Species
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Lantra Awards. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 16 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Lantra Awards
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
16 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Identification of injurious species
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the definition of common injurious species.
- Be able to identify injurious plant species.
- Be able to identify injurious species of insect.
- Know the actions to take when injurious species are identified.
- Know the actions to take if you are affected by injurious species.
2
Identification of invasive non-native species of flora and fauna
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the definition of invasive non-native species.
- Know the definition of native species.
- Understand the threat posed by various invasive species.
- Be able to identify invasive plant species.
- Be able to identify invasive non-native insects.
- Be able to identify invasive non-native vertebrates.
- Know the actions to take when invasive non-native species are identified.
3
Identification, control and management of Fallopia species
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the legislative requirements relating to the control of the Fallopia species (Japanese Knotweed).
- Know the Code of Practice and Industry Guidance relating to the control of Fallopia species.
- Understand the impact of Fallopia species.
- Be able to identify Fallopia species and other plants that are commonly mistaken for Fallopia.
- Know the recommended methods to control Fallopia species.
- Know how to control Fallopia species in different situations.
- Understand the requirement for monitoring and further treatments to any subsequent regeneration.
- Know the records that are required to be kept.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/6555/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Lantra Awards
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jul 2015