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AHCCHM201A
Apply chemicals under supervision

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to working under supervision with reference to the product label, legislation and enterprise procedures. This unit may be deemed to have a time limit when used as part of an accreditation or licence process.

This unit covers the process of applying chemicals under supervision using handheld or small powered equipment, and defines the standard required to: apply chemicals using handheld or small powered equipment; check, prepare, use and maintain application equipment and personal protective equipment; measure, mix, transport, handle store and dispose of chemicals and comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), chemical label and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) requirements.

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Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

apply chemicals using handheld or small powered equipment

check, prepare, use and maintain application equipment and personal protective equipment

measure, mix, transport, handle store and dispose of chemicals

comply with OHS, chemical label and MSDSs requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

identify hazards and adopt safe work practices

conduct pre-operational checks of application equipment

use and maintain personal protective equipment

measure, mix and load chemical mixes

use hand held and small powered application equipment relevant to the industry sector using safe and environmentally responsible work practices

interpret labels, record relevant information and measure application amounts

follow chemical label requirements and application/spray plan

record activities and maintain records

transport and handling techniques

respond to emergencies and apply first aid in the event of pesticide poisoning

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

use interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

applied principles of Integrated Pest/Resistance Management

structure of chemical label and MSDS

types, applications, storage and fitting of personal protective equipment

legislation and regulations including OHS and licensing requirements in relation to chemical use

features and functions of a range of application equipment relevant to the industry sector

risk factors including human and animal health, spillage and environmental

principles of transport, handling and storage for chemicals

requirements for disposal of excess chemicals, clearing spillages and equipment clean up

transport and handling requirements

environmental effects of selected chemicals and how to minimise damaging effects of chemicals

different broad chemical types, eg, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides and their mode of action symbols on the label

paths of entry of poisons into the body and methods of limiting exposure

methods of minimising risk during application

Regulations and Codes of Practices with regard to hazardous substances of the use of chemicals

OHS concerning personal safety and safety of others in the workplace

alternatives to chemicals for pest management

possible effects on health of bystanders/public in addition to applicators

weather conditions and means of assessing them in line with risks, and recognising when they become unsuitable for application to continue.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Chemicals may include:

the application of liquid chemical mixes

granular products

and/or biological agents used in the control of pest, weeds and diseases including animal health products.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Carry out pre-operational checks of application equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specification and OHS requirements. 
Prepare application equipment for use in accordance with manufacturer's specification and directions. 
Identify and replace any damaged or worn components. 
Check personal protective equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specification and OHS requirements. 
Apply label information regarding precautions for the chemical mix/substance being used. 
Select and use appropriate personal protective and mixing equipment in accordance with MSDSs and chemical label. 
Measure, mix and load chemical mix or substances in accordance with directions on chemical label. 
Follow legislative and regulatory requirements regarding chemical use including OHS. 
Confirm instructions from chemical MSDSs in the event of a spill. 
Check that output of application equipment is correct and in accordance with application/spray plan. 
Assess and record meteorological conditions and forecasts prior to and during application. 
Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with MSDSs and chemical label. 
Apply chemical in accordance with the application/spray plan and/or instructions. 
Assess and minimise risks to others, product integrity and the environment prior to and during application. 
Clean and store Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and application equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specification and OHS requirements. 
Dispose of excess chemicals and use triple rinse drums in accordance with label and MSDSs requirements. 
Complete incident reports as required in accordance with legislative and/or regulatory requirements. 
Complete application records. 
Store unused chemical/products in accordance with label requirements and MSDSs. 
Adhere to all re-entry and withholding periods. 
Confirm precautions for the transport and handling of chemicals. 
Transport and handle chemicals in accordance with legislative and/or regulatory requirements. 

Forms

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