Menu Menu

Auschem Skill Set

Auschem Skill Set

State ID MAA18
Handle chemicals safely

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to manage risks associated with chemical use, and to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.

person in white protective suit spraying plants

This course remains FEE FREE in 2025! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.

 

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.

Overview

Campus Collie | Denmark | Esperance | Katanning | Manjimup | Margaret River | Mount Barker | Narrogin

When All year round

Study Mode On Campus

Apply Now

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to manage risks associated with chemical use, and to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.

Participants will learn on a practical level how to improve their integrated pest management programmes, to better choose the right chemical for the job and to apply it more accurately.  The course is designed for people who will be spraying chemicals without supervision.

On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following nationally accredited units:

  • AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases; and
  • AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals.

Is this course right for me?

  • You want to be safe, secure and skilled and compliant when working with chemicals in Agriculture, Horticulture, Viticulture and Natural Resource Management related industries.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

  • Have an enjoyment of practical / manual work and outdoors.
  • Possess good stamina and fitness levels.
  • Demonstrate good attention to detail.
  • Have sound reading, writing and maths skills.
  • Able to work independently as well as within a team.
  • Have ability to follow Work Health and Safety procedures and respond to immediate safety risks.

Chemicals are one of the most used tools in agriculture. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to safely and securely use, handle and store them. You will learn to manage risks associated with chemical use, to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research and complete assessment requirements. 

Employability Skills

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

  • Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
  • Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
  • Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
  • Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
  • Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
  • Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
  • Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
    • Identify the level of pest infestation and assess the need for chemical control.
    • Identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures.
    • Select appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the chemical.
    • Interpret chemical labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
    • Calibrate equipment.
    • Mix chemicals accurately and according to their registered use.
    • Apply chemicals minimising spray drift.
    • Transport and handle chemicals complying with legislative requirements.
    • Store chemicals correctly and maintain inventory.
    • Treat chemical spills.
    • Dispose of any chemicals correctly and decontaminate equipment.
    • Complete application records.
  • Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.

Important information

Course Requirements

Timetable

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

Important Information

Fees

Select your preferred campus and apply

All year round, 2025

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Manjimup
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Collie
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

Duration 2 Days
When All year round, 2025
Where Katanning
How WEBSITE ONLY - Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Denmark
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

Enrol now

Please contact your local campus or complete the Enrolment Form 

 

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Esperance
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

Duration 2 Days
When All year round, 2025
Where Katanning
How Hyden CRC

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Katanning
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

Enrol now

Please contact your local campus or complete the Enrolment Form 

 

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

Duration 2 Days
When All year round, 2025
Where Katanning
How Lake Grace CRC

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Manjimup
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

Enrol now

Please contact your local campus or complete the Enrolment Form 

 

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Margaret River
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Narrogin
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

Duration 2 Days
When All year round, 2025
Where Katanning
How Tambellup CRC

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

How to express your interest

Complete the "Course enquiry form" at the bottom of this page.

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Details

When All year round, 2025
Where Mount Barker
How Auschem Skill Set

Units

Core

National ID Unit title
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

Enrol now

Please contact your local campus or complete the Enrolment Form 

 

Indicative course fee

General*
Tuition fee $
Resource fee $
Total fee $
Concession*
Tuition fee* $
Resource fee $
Total fee $

Get help

Course enquiry form