Practical knowledge for weed, invasive-plant and vegetation-management operations.
The programme is intended to strengthen the learner's ability to understand weed and invader-plant problems, select appropriate management approaches and recognise the health, safety and environmental considerations associated with herbicide use and vegetation-control operations.
Suitable for pest-management personnel and workers involved in weed, invasive-plant or vegetation-control operations who require structured knowledge of identification, herbicides, application systems and control methods.
• Learners must be able to read, write and understand English.
• A completed registration process and identification document are required for certification.
• Definitions and characteristics of weeds and invader plants.
• Legislation relevant to weed and invader-plant control.
• Classification, distribution and identification of weeds, including broadleaves, grasses and sedges.
• Classification of herbicides according to general mode of action and use.
• Weed and invader-plant management principles, problems and control methods.
• Weed management in turfgrass and the management of woody plants, trees and stumps.
• Vegetation management along roads, power lines and rail reserves, as well as aquatic weed management.
• Herbicide application equipment, control systems, general care and sprayer calibration.
• The impact of herbicides on health, safety and the environment.
The course is offered through self-paced e-learning and is completed within a 30-day period. Learners complete the online learning material and the required evaluation in accordance with PCITA's e-learning process.