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SMARTtrain� chemical safety (Level 2) - PROfarm course

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Name:	SMARTtrain chemical safety (Level 2)
Description:	This course enables participants to meet the minimum requirements for training commercial users of pesticides and the requirements for using hazardous substances.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy, $255 GST-free. Includes SMARTtrain� card issue.
Course aims:	To assist participants to use chemicals safely in the workplace. To met the minimum legal requirements for training commercial users of pesticides as specified in the NSW Pesticides Act 1999. To meet the requirements for training those using and exposed to substances that are classified as hazardous substances under the NSW OHS Regulation 2001.
Learning outcomes:	Check and maintain application and personal protective equipment under supervision. Describe how to use application and personal protective equipment. Identify conditions for safely and effectively applying chemicals. Determine how to empty and clean equipment and containets. Complete chemical records. Determine how to transport, handle and store chemicals safely.
Length:	1 day
Course program/structure:	Safety at work Chemicals and the law Chemicals and the environment Reading the label and MSDS Personal safety with chemicals Using chemicals Calibration Residues Record keeping
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants will receive the following resources: learning and assessment guide a NSW, QLD or SA State legislation supplement This course is delivered indoors.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the following national unit of competency, RTC2706A - Apply chemicals under supervision. This course was developed by NSW Department of Primary Industries and NSW TAFE.

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