This course provides the necessary accreditation for persons wanting to be endorsed in the control of vertebrate pests. The course will cover a range of topics including an overview of vertebrate pests in Australia, animal biology and behaviour, trapping and control techniques, safe handling, legislation, signage, and much more. Assessment will include a short practical assessment onsite and a written assignment to be submitted within 6 weeks of completion of workshop. Please Wear appropriate clothing – Wet weather gear, apron, rubber boots and also bring a change of clothes. For organisations that wish to pay the student fees for this course and are unable to pay by credit card via the website, please contact the Short Course team via email on shortcourses@tafesa.edu.au to organise a Third Party Payment invoice.
Recognise fauna (AHCFAU202)
Determine pest control techniques (AHCPMG306)
Apply animal trapping techniques (AHCPMG307)
Survey pests (AHCPMG305)
Mount Gambier
Dates to be advised
Not Eligible
All students must hold a valid Chemical Card at the time of enrolment Transport and store chemicals (AHCCHM304) Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds, and diseases (AHCCHM307) This course requires External/Online training to be undertaken via LEARN prior to two (2) Practical Workshops on 13 and 20 May, 2025. Students will have a further 6 weeks after Practical Workshop to complete all course requirements. Wear appropriate clothing – Wet weather gear, hat, sunscreen, rubber boots. You will be getting dirty! Please bring a change of clothes.
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