Farm Essentials On-Farm Safety Induction Training
Practical, industry-backed induction
training by farmers, for farmers.
On-farm Delivery | Flexible Modules | Built by Industry | Backed by Government
Safety training where it belongs: on-farm.
Onboarding new staff, refreshing existing skills, or preparing for the busy season?
Farm Essentials delivers targeted, practical induction training where it matters: on your farm, using your gear.
Designed with direct input from producers and industry leaders, this program delivers quick, effective training that gives your team the skills to work safely, efficiently, and hit the ground running.
For your farm, on your farm
Hands-on training delivered where your people work, using your gear.
Training at your convenience
—not ours
Flexible training delivery scheduled to suit your season and workflow.
Rooted in reality
Designed by a member-based organisation with direct industry input.
Government-backed
Supported by the Queensland Government based on direct feedback from farmers.
What you get
From livestock to cropping, family farms to large-scale enterprises, get training to suit your operation.
With customisable modules, pick the skills your team needs most without unnecessary complexity. Choose from:
FARM SAFETY
Learn how to identify common farm hazards, perform tasks safely and respond to emergencies. This course covers personal safety essentials for new starters, including hydration, sun protection, PPE and WHS basics, plus risk assessments, the Take 5 process and biosecurity and journey management.
CHEMICAL TRAINING
Learn how to work safely with chemicals, manage spraying risks, apply chemicals correctly and general legal compliance. This is a non-accredited chemical course. For those needing ACDC compliance, accredited modules are available separately.
OPERATE TRACTORS
Learn how to safely operate tractors, including operating procedures and guidelines, occupational health and safety and risk management. Training can be aligned with the machinery specific to your operation.
ANIMAL HANDLING
Learn practical livestock handling techniques including reading animal behaviour, working safely in yards with others, and principles of humane handling and transport.
PERFORM MACHINERY MAINTENANCE
Learn how to prepare, inspect and maintain machinery. Includes routine checks, maintenance schedules and servicing requirements. Training can be aligned with the machinery specific to your operation.
FENCING
Learn how to build strong, reliable fences. Includes constructing various end assemblies and straining points, joining wires, installing star pickets with precision and general fence repairs and maintenance.
MAINTAIN AND OPERATE CHAINSAWS
Learn how to operate chainsaws safely, assess hazards, perform pre-start checks, carry out routine maintenance and use personal protective equipment correctly.
SIDE BY SIDES
Learn how to safely operate a side-by-side utility vehicle. Includes prestart checks, assessing different terrain, emergency procedures and proper shut down.
WELDING
Learn basic welding techniques including material selection, equipment operation and maintenance, welding quality control and inspection.
WELLBEING
Learn how to recognise signs of stress, fatigue and burnout in yourself and others. Includes strategies for managing mental health, maintaining work-life balance and supporting a healthy, productive team on farm.
A bit extra, on us:
- AgForce members get 10% off
Rewarding our members with a tangible benefit — lower training costs on a program designed for agricultural businesses like yours. - First Year Ringers Endorsement Support
Get your new staff prepared before the season starts with endorsement-ready training that ticks essential boxes for on-farm induction and risk preparedness. - Training Needs Analysis
We can run a training needs assessment at the same time — helping you identify gaps and build a clear development plan for your workforce.
The Bridging the Gap Farm Essentials Training program is a joint AgForce Training and Queensland Government initiative supporting Queensland farmers.
Designed by farmers for farmers, these hands-on, non-accredited courses deliver practical skills to meet immediate workforce needs. Developed through direct industry feedback, the program enables fast, effective upskilling for modern farming operations, with seed funding and support from the Queensland Government.
Peace of mind starts here.
Contact us to design the right training for your farm or get your free safety training assessment.