Agricultural Chemical Skill Set
This skill set is suitable for people that transport, handle, store, prepare and apply chemicals in the agricultural, horticulture, conservation and land management industries and require chemical user accreditation. Anyone who uses hazardous chemicals in their workplace or business needs to be trained in accordance with Occupational/ Work Health and Safety (OHS/ WHS) legislation.
This Skill Set stands alone and incorporates the content of the following units:
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds, and diseases
Provider of Training and Assessment
This course is delivered by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909
Unit Being Delivered
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909.
The following units will be included in your certificate:
AHCSS00074 - Agricultural Chemical Skill Set
AHCCHM304 - Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 - Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
Important information prior to enrolment
+ Course Delivery
This course will be delivered in the workplace or at an Allens Training Pty Ltd or Third party facility.
+ Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Language, literacy and numeracy requirements - students must be able to read and comprehend chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and producing any required reports. Numeracy is required to calculate the volume, rate or dosage of chemical(s) to be applied and the amount required to complete the work activity.
- Physical capability to handle and use chemicals and chemical equipment, lift and carry some loads using equipment, and handle chemical spray equipment.
- Visual acuity to distinguish chemical labelling information, identify plant, pet and weeds, and manage outside environments under cold and warm conditions.
- Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and long pants must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.
+ Course Duration
- Face to Face – 14 hours (minimum) – full face to face course
- Refresher training – 7 hours (minimum) – conditions apply for this option, for example, you will need to provide previous current certificates.
+ Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks. These are detailed in the sections following.
+ Certificate Renewal Requirements
No industry recommended renewal is identified on the certificate, employers are recommended to consult with stakeholders to identify appropriate training periods.
+ Course Fees and Payments
Please refer to our booking calendar for individual course fees.
Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.
- Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are based on agreement between the client and service provider.
+ Work Placement Arrangements
No work placement will be required as part of this course.
+ Learners Rights, Responsibilities and Support, including Complaints
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
What happens at the course?
+ Learning Activities
Delivery of course information and learning activities.
+ Assessment Activities
Performance Tasks and Practical scenarios:
- Identify the hazards, assess the risks and implement the controls for the handling, storage, transportation, preparation and application of chemicals
- Comply with chemical label instructions and SDS to complete the Chemical Manifest, Application Plan and an Incident Report
- Demonstrate the safe handling, loading, transportation and storage of chemicals
- Select and calibrate equipment to prepare and apply chemicals
- Prepare and apply chemicals as per Application Plan, chemical label, SDS and workplace procedures Complete the tasks in line with Federal, State/ Territory regulations, codes of practice, Safety Data Sheets, chemical label directions .and other Australian national peak bodies and workplace or site procedures.
Documentation
- Completeion a chemical Manifest
- 2 Application Plans
- Incident Report
Theory assessment
A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.