About this course

Designed for professionals in agriculture, horticulture, and land management, this course equips you with the knowledge to create safe, compliant chemical handling procedures and implement effective chemical use strategies. Learn to assess  and manage risks, develop safety protocols to be prepared for emergencies, and manage chemical programs with confidence and precision.

The course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:
  • managing the risks associated with the use of chemicals in the workplace
  • applying relevant legislation to chemical use activities
  • being prepared in case of an emergency
  • records management.

At a glance:

Location: Statewide
Course duration: 1.5 days
Start date: Multiple intakes, enquire now for next available course
Number of units: 2
Indicative fees: $450 GST-free, nil to eligible applicants

Details

  • Legislation
  • Risk management including WHS, environment and application
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Record keeping

$450 GST-free

  • Legislation framework
  • Hazards and risk identification
  • Implementing risk controls
  • Emergency management
  • Records and review

  • Participants will receive the following resources:
    • Reference manual
    • Written assessment
    • NSW State legislation supplement (if relevant)
    • Calibration and records supplement.
  • This course is delivered face-to-face over 1.5 days with a post workshop project (approx. 4 hours)

This course is mapped to the following national units of competency:

Note: In some states and territories, it is a legislative requirement for people using chemicals unsupervised to be accredited. Check with your state/territory authority for advice.



Additional Information

  • For information on students rights and responsibilities see our Policies.
  • Note: in some states/territories, it is a legislative requirement for people using chemicals unsupervised to be accredited.


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