Chemical Handling Basics Skill Set
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!
CampusesDerby Campus. Halls Creek Campus. Kununurra Campus. Pundulmurra Campus.
When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2024.
Study Mode On campus.
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.
Important information
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Semester 1
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $170.10 + Resource fee $68.80 )
(Tuition fee* $50.40 + Resource fee $68.80 )
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study 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.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $170.10 + Resource fee $68.80 )
(Tuition fee* $50.40 + Resource fee $68.80 )
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study 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.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $170.10 + Resource fee $68.80 )
(Tuition fee* $50.40 + Resource fee $68.80 )
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study 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.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $170.10 + Resource fee $68.80 )
(Tuition fee* $50.40 + Resource fee $68.80 )
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study 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.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Semester 2
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $170.10 + Resource fee $68.80 )
(Tuition fee* $50.40 + Resource fee $68.80 )
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study 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.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |