Entry requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
Overview
AHCPMG301 Control weeds covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and coordinate weed control activities using appropriate strategies to provide effective, economic control while minimising environmental damage. The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, using discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.
This unit is suited to farm workers, land management personnel, horticulturists and forestry workers responsible for weed identification, control planning and the application of appropriate management methods. Delivered via blended learning, combining face-to-face practical sessions with online distance components, participants develop the practical skills needed to control weeds safely and effectively across a range of agricultural and land management settings.
On successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for AHCPMG301 Control weeds from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
Licensing and regulatory information: State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions. Confirm requirements with your workplace or the relevant state or territory authority before enrolling.
Who This Course Is For
- Farm workers responsible for managing weed infestations on agricultural properties
- Land management and conservation officers maintaining native vegetation and ecosystems
- Horticulturists and groundskeepers managing weed control in gardens and landscapes
- Forestry workers tasked with protecting native vegetation from invasive species
- Anyone seeking a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in AHCPMG301 Control weeds
What You’ll Learn
- Identify, record and assess weeds and their impact on the target area
- Investigate the suitability of weed control approaches and their effect on the site environment and non-target entities
- Plan and coordinate weed control activities
- Identify tolerable levels of weed infestation for the target site
- Conduct a site hazard and risk assessment and identify controls for weed control
- Ensure personal safety by using appropriate personal protective equipment
- Select and apply weed management methods appropriate to the target site
- Maintain records of weed management activities
- Monitor, record and report the effectiveness of weed control methods
- Ensure control measures have minimal effect on non-target species and the environment
Units of Competency
AHCPMG301 Control weeds
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- AHCPMG301 Control weeds
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- 1 day
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
- Assessment
- Assessment includes an online theory component covering weed identification, risk assessment, control method selection and environmental compliance, plus a practical demonstration of weed management activities at a site. All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $320. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- Statement of Attainment for AHCPMG301 Control weeds.
- Support and entry needs
- All learners complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) assessment before enrolment. If you need learning, language, literacy, digital or other support, contact us before you book on 07 4922 1060. See our Access and Equity Policy (Word document). Three forms of identification are required at enrolment. Learners must wear appropriate PPE for all face-to-face practical training. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training at all training locations. Students must provide their own steel-capped safety boots.
Dates and booking
Run on demand
This course is scheduled to suit demand. Ring us or send a question and we'll book you or your crew in.