Weed & Plant Identification (Spray Contractors and Operators)
Who should enrol in this qualification?
These units are required for Certificate of Competency as issued by DPIWE (Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment) for ground spraying licences and Certificates.
Units can be selected on weed, insect and disease control - discussions with chemical management branch DPIWE Hobart to choose correct units - Ph: 6233 6825
Do I need any skills?
Pre-requisites: Must have completed ChemCert Certificate.
The ChemCert course is conducted by Registered TAFE Tasmania Trainers on behalf of ChemCert Australia. The course is conducted over two consecutive days with a theory test at the end of the course followed by a workplace practical assessment generally within four months of the participant successfully completing the two days of theory.
The ChemCert Certificate course is available Statewide.
For more information on the ChemCert course please call Loretta Satterly on (03) 6434 5846 or email Loretta Satterly.
How long will it take?
Flexible. Delivered as a self-paced course. Generally completed in 1-2 months.
Where can I learn?
Available Statewide.
What Competencies will I undertake?
This training program has been developed to meet State Government licensing/legislative requirements under the Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment's (DPIWE) Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals (Control of Use) Act 1995. Persons involved in commercial spray contracting require appropriate licences relevant to their business operations.
The units chosen will depend on the outcome required as shown in the following table:
Spray Operator (Employee) - Non-Cropping
Weeds Only (eg. Roadside weed control) |
RTC2041A Treat Weeds (Basic) |
Spray Operator (Employee) - Non-Cropping
Insect Pest/Disease (eg. gardens, lawns etc) |
RTC2404A Treat Plant Pests, Diseases & Disorders |
Spray Operator (Employee) - Cropping
Potatoes, Poppies, Pastures etc |
RTC2404A Treat Plant Pests, Diseases & Disorders |
Owner Operator - Non-Cropping
Weeds only |
RTC3401A Control Weeds |
Owner Operator - Non-Cropping
Insect Pest/Disease |
RTC3404A Control Plant Pests, Diseases & Disorders |
Owner Operator - Cropping
Insect Pest, Disease and Weeds (Potatoes, Poppies, Pastures etc) |
RTC3404A Control Plant Pests, Diseases & Disorders |
Fees
Depending on units chosen.
Program Details
Hobart
Ph: (03) 6245 8160
Burnie
Ph: (03) 6434 5706
Or call TAFE Tasmania General Enquiries: 1300 655 307
Last Updated
Wednesday, 4 June 2008 (M)
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