The aim was to develop and pilot a coordinated, national ChemCert Groundrig Spray Applicators Training course which meets the needs of groundrig spray operators (contract and farmer) in both cotton and grains industries. Objectives included: *Development of the framework of the training program and administrative arrangements '*Writing draft workshop/ reference manuals and supporting resources including assessments * Conducting two pilot courses * Training presenters These objectives have been met. Implementation administrative arrangements are in place through the national ChemCert organisation; a draft reference manual has been produced; supporting resources are in draft form; assessments have been developed; 8 pilot courses have been conducted and presenters in Old, NSW, SA and WA have been trained