Understanding Termite Management Plans

 A Termite Management Plan (TMP) is not a quotation. It is a detailed document prepared in accordance with AS 3660.2 that outlines the recommended termite management strategy for your property. This guide explains what a TMP is, when one is required, what it includes, and what to expect following the completion of termite treatment.

If a termite inspection identifies live termites of economic significance—that is, an active colony causing, or likely to cause, structural damage—the next document you receive is a Termite Management Plan (TMP) which includes our quotation. These two items are often confused, but they serve very different purposes. A quotation outlines the cost of the proposed work, whereas a Termite Management Plan is a formal document prepared in accordance with AS 3660.2:2017. It details the recommended termite management strategy for your property and forms the basis for how the treatment is planned, carried out, and managed. Understanding this distinction is important, as the TMP is the key document that guides the termite management process following the discovery of live termites.

 When live termites are identified, the process is simple:

Inspection Report → Termite Management Action Plan / Termite Management Proposal and Agreement →Treatment → Follow-Up Inspections

Before any treatment begins, we'll provide you with a Termite Management Plan (TMP), explain the recommended treatment strategy, and ensure you understand exactly what's being proposed and why. Only once you're comfortable with the plan will treatment proceed.

Contact us today to arrange a termite inspection or discuss your options. We provide clear, upfront quotations and comprehensive documentation for every live termite treatment.

  Under AS 3660.2:2017, a Termite Management Plan (TMP) is prepared when an inspection identifies live termites of economic significance. The TMP outlines the recommended treatment strategy, explains why it is appropriate for your property, and details the ongoing monitoring and management requirements following treatment. If no live termites are found, a TMP is generally not required. Instead, the inspection report will document the findings, identify any conditions conducive to termite activity, and provide recommendations.

For your convenience, we have combined the Termite Management Plan and the Termite Management Proposal & Agreement into a single document. While they are presented together, they serve two distinct purposes:

• Part 1 – Termite Management Plan: This section outlines the recommended termite management strategy, the reasoning behind the proposed treatment, the expected outcomes, and any ongoing inspection or monitoring requirements. It explains what is being recommended and why.
• Part 2 – Proposal & Agreement: This section contains the quotation, scope of works, pricing, warranty information, terms and conditions, and the responsibilities of both parties. It explains the cost of the proposed works and the terms under which they will be carried out.

Please ensure you review both sections of this document before accepting the proposed treatment, as together they provide the complete management plan and agreement for the works.