Boom-Spray Licence Skill Set
Learn how to apply chemicals using mechanical equipment.
The Boom-Spray Licence Skill Set is a 5 day course which covers a combination of face to face training and practical assessment. The Boom-Spray Licence is an important Skill Set to obtain for those who need to meet Health Department requirements for a Pest Management Technician licence (Endorsement 7) if you are spraying chemicals for commercial gain.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information. *Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Karratha
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
Study Mode On Campus
During this 5 day course, you must complete the units in this skill set if you plan to use mechanical equipment such as boom spraying, quad-bike mounted equipment, broad acre spraying equipment or air blast equipment.
Please note: this course does not cover the first three units of Endorsement 7, students will need to complete the IAA09 Chemical Handling course to obtain these units.
What to bring:
- Steel capped impervious boots
- Long sleeved shirt
- Long pants
- Washable hat
- Lunch and water
- Optional change of clothes
Units:
AHCCHM404 Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals
AHCCHM405 Plan and implement a chemical use program
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
Important information
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $32.65 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCCHM404 Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals | $0.00 | $0.00 | $12.10 |
| AHCCHM405 Plan and implement a chemical use program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $12.10 |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $32.65 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCCHM404 Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals | $0.00 | $0.00 | $12.10 |
| AHCCHM405 Plan and implement a chemical use program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $12.10 |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.