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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Determine the need for chemical use and prepare basic application plan
  2. Prepare chemical mixes
  3. Calibrate application equipment
  4. Apply chemicals
  5. Clean up equipment and complete records

Range Statement


Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

determine the need for chemical application

develop a basic application plan

identify hazards and implement risk control procedures to ensure a safe workplace

conduct pre-operational checks of application equipment

calibrate handheld application equipment relevant to the industry sector

interpret and apply chemical label requirements included in the application plan

mix and load chemicals in accordance with label requirements

measure and record weather conditions before, during and after application

apply chemicals safely in compliance with labels, legislation and codes of practice

dispose of surplus chemicals and empty containers

record relevant information including amount of chemical applied

use appropriate personal protective equipment

follow emergency procedures during an accident or spillage

follow enterprise work health and safety policies


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

options for pest control based on the Integrated Pest and Resistance Management Plan

pest and/or disease resistance management

various chemical labels and SDS formats

impact of meteorological factors on the safe and effective application of chemicals

risk factors including human and animal health, weather prior to, during and after application, spillage, residues in plants and animals consumed as food and the environment

how to mix chemicals including mixing order, adjuvants and water quality

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

how to select, operate and use a variety of application equipment

features, functions and calibration techniques for a range of hand held powered and non-powered application equipment relevant to the industry sector

pests , weeds and/or diseases relevant to the industry sector

legislation, regulations and licensing requirements in relation to chemical use