If you intend to apply pesticides for reward (this includes herbicides, insecticides, fungicides etc) you are required to complete the appropriate license, registration or accreditation form below and submit to the Department of Health for approval.
Pest Management Technician's Licence
Pest Management Business Registration
European House Borer Inspections Accreditation
Where a person applies a pesticide (this includes herbicides, insecticides, fungicides etc) for reward, such as a contractor, they must undertake appropriate training through an accredited training organisations, e.g.: TAFE or a private training provider.
On completion of training and acquiring the required competencies you may then contact Pesticide Safety (Department of Health) for an application form to register as Pest Management Technician.
All persons applying pesticides for reward must also be employed by a registered Pest Management Firm. Firm registration forms are also available from the Department of Health.
Licenses and firm registrations
All persons who apply pesticides for reward are required under the Health (Pesticides) Regulations 1956 to hold a current licence with the Department of Health.
The type of pest management that is to be carried out will have a bearing on the units of competencies a person must complete. The Department of Health will recognize competencies acquired in other States and Territories, as well as competencies gained in certain Certificates, it is advisable to check with the Pesticides Safety before enrolling in any course. Reading the guide on to how to obtain a licence on this web site will also assist in this process.
NOTE: Completing various units of competency does not mean that you are licensed.
To apply for a licence and or a firm registration you must:
- Complete the approved application forms and pay the required fee/s. (Licence and firm registration forms are available on this web site).
- If you intend to conduct your firm from a residential property (non commercial), you are required to also contact your Local Government to seek their approval, a letter from your Local Government should be attached to your firm application form when you submit it to the Department of Health.
- It is also a requirement to clearly display your company name on your vehicle, along with your firm registration number. Your firm registration number will be provided to you at the time you register your firm.
Before enrolling in a course, it is advisable to contact the Pesticide Safety on (08) 9285 5500 to discuss your particular circumstances.
Do not enrol in a course unless you are sure it is suitable for your needs.
For further information please contact Pesticide Safety (Department of Health) on (08) 9285 5500 or pesticidesafety@health.wa.gov.au.
