Specialised termite-control training for soil treatment before and after building construction.
The programme develops the knowledge required to understand how soil treatments are applied to building sites before construction and to existing buildings after construction in order to manage subterranean termite risk. It also emphasises safe chemical handling and correct application procedures.
Suitable for pest-control practitioners and technicians who require specialised knowledge of pre-construction and post-construction termite treatment methods and soil termiticide application.
• Learners must be able to read, write and understand English.
• A completed registration process and identification document are required for certification.
• Classes of chemicals used in termite control and their general advantages and limitations.
• Basic equipment used for termite-control applications and how it functions.
• Basic building-foundation and soil types relevant to termite treatment.
• Techniques used to treat soil for the control of subterranean termites.
• Pre-construction and post-construction termite-control methods.
• Treatment approaches for different forms of building construction.
• Treatment of cracks, voids and potential termite-entry points.
• How building foundations, walls and flooring influence termite entry and treatment planning.
• Basic linear-metre and square-metre calculations and interpretation of a termiticide label for correct application rates.
• Precautions for handling soil insecticides and actions to take in the event of contamination.
The current PCITA listing offers this programme as self-paced e-learning with a 30-day completion period. Evaluation and certification are handled in accordance with PCITA's applicable course process.
Training Partnership
This programme is offered through the strategic training partnership between Custom Group Training Solutions (CGTS) and Pest Control Industries Training Academy (PCITA). CGTS manages learner recruitment, initial registration and programme administration, while PCITA provides the specialist training, assessment and applicable certification.