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Learn the skills and knowledge required to handle, transport, and apply chemicals under supervision
The appropriate and safe use of chemicals is a skill that requires expert training. Get the job done quickly and safely with the 3 day Chemical Handling Basics Skill Set!
In this skill set, you will learn the following:
- Handling and transport techniques and requirements for chemicals
- Structure and content of chemical labels and safety data sheets and their use and purpose for safe chemical application
- Principles and methods of measuring, mixing and applying chemicals
- Features and functions of a range of application equipment, their operations, and maintenance requirements
- Risk factors to be taken into account for human and animal health, spillage and environmental impact relevant to chemical use before, during and following chemical application
- Basic chemical groupings and types used in the workplace, including:
- The of mode of action
- The impact on chemical safety
- Application methods
- Paths of entry of poisons into the body and the methods of limiting exposure through practices and personal protective clothing
- Maintenance practices for chemical application related equipment and PPE and disposal procedures for chemical contaminants and containers
- Assessing weather conditions and the impact on safe application of chemicals
- Components of a workplace chemical application plan
- Chemical related records and reports and their purpose.
Units:
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds
AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes
AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Please note: A person applying chemicals for hire/gains in WA require Pest Management Technician Licence. However, they can apply chemicals under direct supervision of licence holder. See Health (Pesticides) Regulations 2011.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
This course is currently undergoing scheduling to meet community demand. Course dates, locations and study modes will be available shortly. Please check back soon, complete the course enquiry form below or contact our Client Services Team for more information.