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GROWING AUSTRALIAN GRAIN
Safely managing risks with crop inputs and grain on farm
Within 24 hours of each chemical application make an accurate record, to be kept for at
least 2 years according to state regulations and label requirements. Depending on your state
and the chemical product label this may include:
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Date with start and finish times of application;
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Locations, address and paddock/s sprayed (farm map can be used);
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Full name of the product;
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Amount of product used per hectare & number of hectares applied to;
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Crop/situation and weed/pest;
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Wind speed and direction during application;
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Air temperature and relative humidity during application;
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Nozzle brand, type, spray angle, nozzle capacity and spray system pressure
measured during application;
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Name and address of person applying this product;
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Personal protective equipment used;
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Batch number where required by the state or territory;
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Any additional information required as directed by label or permit.
Recording any additional information needed for a
commodity vendor declaration, delivery
document and/or quality assurance scheme.
Keeping records in an integrated farm management package with a farm map that identifies
individual paddocks or management units, risk areas and hazards.
Recording crop growth stage and batch numbers of all chemicals used.
Obtaining all advisor recommendations in writing and keeping with records.
When using spray contractors:
Provide the spray contractor with:
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Written spray orders (paper or electronic) that include weather conditions suitable for spraying.
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Accurate farm maps, including sensitive areas and contact details.
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Farm biosecurity action plan and pesticide use plan.
Obtain from the spray contractor:
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Copies of chemical users accreditation, necessary licence/s and certificates of currency
for workers compensation and public liability insurance.
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Written spray application records on completion of each spray job (paper or electronic).
OTHER PRACTICES TO CONSIDER IN YOUR GRAIN FARMING ENTERPRISE
Objective
Accurate records and clear communication with employees and contractors are important.
Chemical records
MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS