Winery Dangerous Goods
SCWDGOOD25
Length
1 Day (part time)
Winery Dangerous Goods - SCWDGOOD25
Course Overview
Course start dates are indicative and are subject to change. Students will receive information from their teacher upon enrolment including a confirmed start date and timetable. If applicable, students will also receive information about a course induction and directions on where to go on the first day.
This short course is designed to support wineries in meeting FreshCare Food Safety & Quality Standard (Section E2.4) requirements. It provides essential training for staff who supervise or are authorised to store, handle, use, or dispose of hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods within a winery environment.
Participants will learn:
- Safe storage, handling, use, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods
- Practices that minimise the risk of environmental contamination
- Emergency response procedures for chemical spills, leaks, or spray drift
Upon completion, participants will meet the FreshCare training requirements under subsections 2.4.1 and 2.4.2, ensuring they remain competent in safe chemical management practices in line with industry and regulatory standards.
This information relates to 2025 course delivery. If required, students will be notified of 2025 course information and fees during the onboarding process.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
Completion of this course provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to safely manage hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods in line with industry and regulatory standards. It supports compliance for roles in winery operations, vineyard management, and cellar work, and is a valuable credential for staff seeking employment or upskilling in the wine production industry.
Further study
This short course can serve as a foundation for further study in viticulture, wine production, or agricultural chemical management. It provides a pathway into accredited training such as:
- AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
- AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
- FBP30921 Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations
- Certificate III or IV in Agriculture or Horticulture (with a focus on chemical handling units)
- FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing
This course supports career development and upskilling for workers looking to expand their qualifications in the wine and broader agriculture industries.
Course details
Attendance & commitment
Workplace face-to-face delivery | one day course length | part time study load
This course is delivered face-to-face in the workplace using workplace facilities and equipment. A combination of theory and practical training will be provided.
Students must attend a one-day (3 hours) training session at their nominated workplace.
Before you begin
Entry requirements
This course is in transition. The course code, title, units, and content may change in the future. Further information will be provided upon enrolment, or during the course of your training.
GOTAFE Entry Requirements
Participants must be employed in the winery industry and undertake this short course training as part of their employment.
To undertake this course, you will need to:
- Wear enclosed footwear and suitable workwear appropriate for a winery or agricultural setting
- Bring a notebook and pen or preferred device for taking notes
- Bring your own PPE if required by your workplace (e.g., gloves, safety glasses)
- Be prepared to discuss your workplace’s current chemical handling practices (where relevant)
All learning materials will be provided. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow for a prompt start.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
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