Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

Sector Frameworks

1,164

Qualifications

15,161

Competency Units

10,938

Elements

41,782

Learning Outcomes

2,822

Assessment Packages

Apply chemicals under supervision

KHU-AGR-0169

Australian Equivalent

AHCCHM201

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to handle, transport, and apply chemicals under supervision using workplace specified chemicals and application equipment. The unit applies to individuals working in a broad range of job contexts who undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems. State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare to handle chemicals

0169.E1.O1Confirm the activity related to chemical handling to be undertaken with supervisor

0169.E1.O2Identify and select tools and equipment required according to supervisor instructions

0169.E1.O3Identify health and safety hazards and risks and apply controls according to supervisor instructions and workplace procedures

0169.E1.O4Select, ensure serviceability, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

E2Check application equipment

0169.E2.O1Carry out pre-operational checks of application equipment and identify and replace any damaged or worn components or report to supervisor

0169.E2.O2Prepare application equipment for use according to workplace practice and safe chemical handling processes

E3Handle and transport chemicals

0169.E3.O1Confirm safety precautions for the handling and transport of chemicals with supervisor

0169.E3.O2Handle and transport chemicals according to chemical label, safety data sheets and supervisor instructions

E4Prepare chemical for application

0169.E4.O1Interpret and apply chemical label instructions according to safety data sheets for the chemical or substance being used

0169.E4.O2Select and use appropriate mixing equipment

0169.E4.O3Measure, mix and load application equipment with chemical according to application rates

0169.E4.O4Clear chemical spills according to chemical label and supervisor instructions

0169.E4.O5Check that output of application equipment is correct and in accordance with chemical application plan

E5Apply chemicals

0169.E5.O1Assess and record weather conditions and forecasts prior to and during application according to workplace requirements

0169.E5.O2Apply chemical safely according to chemical application plan, chemical label and supervisor instructions

0169.E5.O3Monitor conditions for application and take appropriate action when conditions are unsuitable according to workplace procedures

0169.E5.O4Minimise risks to others, product integrity and the environment prior to and during application

E6Finalise work

0169.E6.O1Clean and store PPE and application equipment in accordance with manufacturers and health and safety in the workplace requirements

0169.E6.O2Dispose of excess chemicals and clean containers in accordance with label instructions and regulatory requirements

0169.E6.O3Complete incident reports according to workplace procedures

0169.E6.O4Complete chemical application records according to workplace procedures

0169.E6.O5Store unused chemical and products according to workplace procedures

0169.E6.O6Adhere to all re-entry requirements for treated areas