Course Details
Fresh Safe
VEGSF01
Everyone has a right to a safe workplace and everyone has a role to play in keeping it safe. This program is designed for workers across the fresh produce industries as a baseline for workplace safety setting all workers up for success.
Introduction:
Employees without proper safety inductions tend to have a higher tendency for negligence or non-adherence to health and safety regulations. Moreover, these workers are also prone to injuries and fatalities because of misinformation or inadequate knowledge to properly deal with hazards in the workplace.
Target Audience:
This program has been designed for all workers in the Fresh Produce sector.
Learning Outcomes:
- Promote a safe working environment for all employees.
- Help employees understand the values and behavior of the workplace culture.
- Ensure adequate knowledge of emergency procedures such as emergency exits, evacuation instructions and assembly points.
- Proper training on first aid and emergency protocols.
- Proper equipment handling.
- Understanding of critical government rules and regulations.
- Help employees transition smoothly to the organisation and adjust to the new role. Workers know their work responsibilities and limitations.
- Employees rights and benefits are in place.
- Drive improvement in productivity and quality of work.
Learning Methods:
Program Benefits:
Content:
- Safety Induction
- Awareness Mobile Plant Safety (Tractors / Quad Bikes / Side by Side / Forklifts)
- Food safety and security
- Using equipment
- Good Manufacturing Processes
Upcoming Workshops
Name | Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost |
Business Ethics
VEGSM04
This program has been designed for farm owners and senior leaders to understand business ethics as they apply in the horticulture industry. How do we make ethical decisions in our business? This program explores ethical decision making.
Conducting Risk Assessments
VEGSF06
This program has been developed to outline the process for conducting a risk assessment in a horticulture farming environment.
Farm Contractor Induction
VEGST02
This program is a self paced online learning module aimed at contract workers entering a farm for the first time.
Farm Finances
VEGSM01
This program has been designed for farm owners and senior leaders to understand farm finances and managing cash flow. Farm finances are as important as your stock and crops.
Farm First Aid
VEGSF04
This program has been developed as an entry level non accredited training module designed to help all farm workers understand possible emergency situations.
Food Safe
VEGSF05
This program has been developed to provide an overview to all workers handling fresh produce. This training aligns with the requirements of HARPS.
Fresh Produce Induction
VEGST01
This program is a self paced online learning module aimed at new workers entering the Fresh Produce Industry.
Fresh Safe
VEGSF01
Everyone has a right to a safe workplace and everyone has a role to play in keeping it safe. This program is designed for workers across the fresh produce industries as a baseline for workplace safety setting all workers up for success.
GAP Year Induction
VEGST05
Planning your new GAP year adventure has never been easier!
Go and Pick Induction
VEGST06
Planning your new GAP year adventure has never been easier! Go and Pick to get working today!
Go and Pour Induction
VEGST07
Planning your new GAP year adventure has never been easier! Go and Pour to get working today!
Growing Brave
VEGSM07
Leading a team to achieve success.
A day with Catherine Velisha. Engage in, and be inspired by a deeply immersive experience designed to explore who you are and how you lead, strengthen key leadership skills and allow you to build strong connections.
Growing Team Leaders
VEGSM03
This program has been designed for farm workers who have been identified as the businesses next team leader. Developing team leadership and staff management skills is a key requirement when taking on higher duties.
Hort Safe
VEGSF02
It's important that new workers understand what their rights and responsibilities are, as well as the rights and responsibilities of supervisors and employers. This program is designed for workers across the horticulture industry.
HSR Initial OHS Training Course
VEGSF03
To exercise powers and rights as an HSR effectively, it is essential that HSRs and deputy HSRs receive training. This WorkSafe-approved training course aims to provide HSRs with the skills, knowledge and confidence to represent their designated work group and to help make their workplace safer.
HSR Refresher OHS Course
VEGSF04
To exercise powers and rights as an HSR effectively‚ it is essential that HSRs and deputy HSRs receive training. This WorkSafe-approved training course aims to provide HSRs with the skills, knowledge and confidence to represent their designated work group and to help make their workplace safer.
Leadership and Innovation
VEGSM02
This program has been designed for farm owners and senior manager to understand how to be an effective leader. This includes incorporating innovation and change within the business.
OHS Management for supervisors and team leaders
VEGSM08
This session is designed for supervisors and team leaders to better understand Occupational Heath and Safety Laws.
Primary School Program
VEGSC01
This program has been developed specifically for Primary Schools and aligns with the Victorian Curriculum. Join us at Velisha Farms for a unique excursion experience.
Risky Business - Employment Law for Managers
VEGSM06
As a senior manager, leader or executive, the challenge of managing employment relations and HR is constant. This session will assist you in understanding and navigating Employment Laws and ensuring your business is meeting all obligations and regulations.
Risky Business - OHS Law for Managers
VEGSM05
As a senior manager, leader or executive, the ultimate responsibility for workplace safety lies with you. This session will assist you in understanding and navigating the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety legislation and regulations.
Secondary School Program
VEGSC02
VEG Education will run a program for your students at Velisha Farms. Aligned to the Victorian curriculum, VCE subject or VET program, this unique excursion tailored to your students needs.
Subcontractor Management
VEGSM09
This session is designed to help you understand how to manage subcontractors from an OHS point of view.
Tractor Safety
VEGSF07
This program aims to provide practical guidelines for employers and workers to improve and ensure the safety of those who use tractors on farms, and those who are in the vicinity of areas where tractors are being used. Correct operation is critical.
Understanding Human Rights
VEGST04
Human rights recognise the inherent value of each person. This program outlines human rights in the workplace context.
Virtual Farm Experience
VEGSC03
Developed specifically for schools to experience the fresh produce industry. The virtual experience allows schools to talk to our team live from Velisha Farms and learn about the world of veggies!
Vocational Horticulture
VEGSC04
This program has been developed for senior students looking to understand the horticulture industry with a view to working in the sector.
What is Bullying?
VEGST03
This program is a self paced online learning program the covers bullying in the workplace.
Workplace Manslaughter
VEGSF08
This training program is designed for employers and other duty holders about the new workplace manslaughter offence in Victoria. Putting people's lives at risk is illegal and workplace manslaughter is now a jailable offence.
Certificate II in Cookery
SIT20421
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items.
Certificate II in Hospitality
SIT20322
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a defined and limited range of hospitality operational skills and basic industry knowledge. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision.
Certificate II in Hospitality
SIT20316
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a defined and limited range of hospitality operational skills and basic industry knowledge. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in various hospitality settings, such as restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
SIT20416
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items.
Certificate III in Catering
SIT30921
This program has been designed for Cookery Trainers to upskill, focussing on cookery skills and sound knowledge of kitchen operations to prepare food items.
Human Resources for Horticulture
VEGHRM01
This program has been designed for the horticulture industry and outlines how to manage HR including basic WHS requirements.
Responsible Service of Alcohol
SITSS00071
Responsible practices must be undertaken wherever alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including where alcohol samples are served during on-site product tastings. This unit therefore applies to any workplace where alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including all types of hospitality venues, packaged liquor outlets and wineries, breweries and distilleries.
Velisha Farms Induction
VFIND021
This is a program to cover all the induction requirements of people working at Velisha Farms.