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The Theory certificate is intended for those working in a management or high level administrative role in relation to spray application. This may include those managing or scheduling spray contractors or spraying staff. It is for those making decisions in relation to spraying but who do any spraying themselves (though may have done so in the past). There are Eight Level 3 NZQA credits available for this course.
The objective of the Growsafe Theory programme is to recognise agrichemical users who are able to demonstrate knowledge of the safe and responsible use of agrichemicals within a specific sector, including adherence to the principles and contents of the New Zealand Standard, NZS8409 Management of Agrichemicals and sector guidelines. It is essentially a subset of the Standard certificate.
It is not designed for sprayers who have not yet met the practical competency requirements for the Standard certificate, but rather for those who have no intention/ability to meet the practical requirements due to the nature of their role but who are managing a workplace and/or staff where spraying is undertaken.
Once you've finished the course and assessment requirements, you will:
1. understand how to apply agrichemicals in a safe, responsible and effective way with minimal adverse impact on human, environmental and animal health
2. be aware of the regulatory and market requirements relating to agrichemical use
3. be aware of your obligations under the regulatory framework that covers the use of agrichemicals in New Zealand.
Active involvement in the management of spray activities for at least one spray season is a prerequisite for this course. The course tutors will assume all trainees have a basic level of knowledge of agrichemicals and their use so they can focus on new, higher level material.
In certain limited circumstances, a trainer may grant an exemption to the prerequisite to enable trainees who do not meet the prerequisite to attend the course. However, the certificate will not be awarded the trainee has a season's experience. If you are unsure, get in touch with us to discuss whether this course is right for you.