Farm Chemical Refresher

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Course Overview

This refresher course meets the requirements of Industry Quality Assurance Programs to show currency of chemical training. This course meets Duty of Care under the OHS Act 2004, ensuring people are up to date will all safety aspects related to AgVet chemical use.

This course is aimed at people who have previously completed the full farm chemical course. It will ensure learners have up-to-date legislation, label changes, a reminder about personal safety, and other important issues that have occurred since the initial course was completed.

What participants will experience in this course:

Current legislation
Weed, pests and disease
Chemical handling and disposal
Application and spraying
Storage, emergencies and first aid

To enter into this course, applicants need to have completed the Full Farm Chemical course or Skill Set AHCSS00074. All participants will be provided with a copy of the latest Aus Chem Manual. On-campus learners are required to wear long pants, a shirt, and work boots.

This is non-accredited training. When students complete this course, they will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Studying during COVID-19 Restrictions

During COVID‐19 lockdown periods, this course will have the majority of the training delivered using online methods of teaching and communication while students engage from home with their trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time later in the year.

Course Dates & Times

Online Campus

Public Online - Open from 31st January / 2022

Shepparton - William Orr

Public - Starts on 20th June, 9am to 4.30pm / 2022

Public - Starts on 7th November, 9am - 4.30pm / 2022

Detailed Fee Information

1. Full Fee

$325.00

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2022 and may change without notice.

Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:

Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
Excursions

Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

Further details on fees available

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Farm Chemical Refresher

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