Control Weeds
It is essential that workers involved with using chemicals for control of weeds in public areas can do so ensuring the safety of themselves, those in the area, flora and fauna and the environment.
This course aims to develop skills and knowledge required to plan and coordinate weed control activities using appropriate strategies to provide effective, economic control while minimising environmental damage. Participants will learn how to work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. Use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.
State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions.
Provider of Training and Assessment
This course is delivered by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909
Unit Being Delivered
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909.
AHCPMG301 - Control weeds
To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
Important information prior to enrolment
+ Course Delivery
This course will be delivered in the workplace or at an Allens Training Pty Ltd or Third party facility.
+ Entry Requirements
Participants must have the physical capacity to complete a visual inspection of an area with weeds, implement weed control methods and clean up equipment. Participants must also be able to read instructions, have writing skills to be able to complete a weed control management plan and perform calculations for volumes, weights and measures for application rates of chemicals and materials. Note: To use actual chemicals in this course, individuals are required to hold current chemical handling certification. Individuals who do not hold this certificate cannot use chemicals for this course and must use training replacements. Other licensing conditions may also apply to this unit. Specific determination should be sought through the relevant State or Territory.
+ Course Duration
- Face to Face – 7 hours (minimum) – full face to face course
- Refresher training – 7 hours (minimum) – conditions apply for this option, for example, you will need to provide previous current certificates.
+ Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
+ Certificate Renewal Requirements
This certificate does not require renewal.
+ Course Fees and Payments
Please refer to our booking calendar for individual course fees.
Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.
Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are based on agreement between the client and service provider.
+ Work Placement Arrangements
No work placement will be required as part of this course.
+ Learners Rights, Responsibilities and Support, including Complaints
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website www.allenstraining.com.aufor all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
What happens at the course?
+ Learning Activities
Delivery of course information and learning activities.
+ Assessment Activities
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
- Practical scenarios -
- Scenario Area 1. Assess, plan, safely implement and coordinate weed control activities
- Scenario Area 2. Assess, plan, safely implement and coordinate weed control activities
- Scenario Area 3. Assess, plan, safely implement and coordinate weed control activities
- Documentation - Completion of three (3) Weed Control Management Plans for 3 different areas.
- Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.