Upcoming workshop dates
Workshop Dates:
St George - Mar 5
Cecil Plains - Mar 9
Dalby - Mar 11
Goondiwindi - Mar 13
Mungindi - Mar 18
Edgeroi - Mar 19
Whitton - Mar 25
Warren - Mar 27
Moree- Mar 31
Blackville - Apr 10
Tocumwal - Apr 14
Mungindi Cotton Stripper Workshop - Apr 24
Call or email Melissa on 0429 929 632 or [email protected] to book your spot and enquire about pricing
More dates are available, please enquire Enquire
Online and In-Person Cotton Picker Safety and Operator Training
Farming is one of Australia’s most dangerous jobs - we are only 2% of the workforce yet over 20% of workplace deaths happen on farms - we want to change that.
We’re rolling out a new and improved Picker Training program for 2026 - now even more accessible for all cotton harvest staff, not just operators. You can attend in person or purchase the training as video‑only, perfect for showing on‑farm or for staff to watch on their own devices.
The Training Day Includes:
1. Cotton Harvest Safety Induction - suitable for Cotton Picker & Stripper crews
All the essentials, suitable for everyone involved in cotton harvest.
Runs for a few hours before the team heads back to work.
✔ Safe work culture - worker responsibilities, fatigue, distraction & more
✔ Safety at heights, entanglement, crushing, safe wrap loading
✔ Fire prevention & response
✔ Powerline safety
✔ Blowdown operation for fire prevention & component life
2. Operator Excellence Training
Operators stay on for the rest of the day for our in‑depth, hands‑on picker training. They will learn or refresh their skills on:
✔ Optimal speed, height & moisture management
✔ HANDS ON: Setting doffers & moisture pads, spindles
✔ Module wrap: Operation of RMB, changing rolls, misfeeds
✔ Screens & camera settings
✔ Daily servicing, preventative maintenance AND MORE!
Get in touch now to secure your spot or purchase the course online. We’ll be on the road across QLD & NSW in February, March & April.
Workshop details
Duration:
8:00am – 11:00am (All Attendees) Cotton Harvest Induction
Fire, height, powerline, blowdown and general harvest risk reduction and response, with practical demonstrations
11:00am – 4:00pm (Picker Operators Only) Cotton Picker Operation
Thorough technical training to efficiently operate cotton pickers: including speed, height, moisture & spindle management, module wrapping, servicing and maintenance practices to reduce downtime, fire risk and extend machine life.
Location: Wherever you are in Queensland or New South Wales, we will bring our training directly to your farm or one nearby.
Whether you attend in person, or purchase the course online, here are the exact topics covered in each module:
Is your machine optimised and ready to go? Check out our FREE Aussie Ready 2026 video for all the latest tips
With increasing costs, there are 2 things you have control over this harvest:
1. Operator training and
2. Proper utilisation of your machine.
Aussie Ready 2026 will help you set up your machine to maximise its efficiency and reduce costly downtime.
Here is what the 20 minute video covers:
- Fire suppression systems
- Mechanical assistance for wrap loading
- The latest and greatest with series 3 CP770
- How to improve your air system for less blocks
- Plating the handler on the CP770
Who should attend?
Get the team together and improve your safety and productivity culture. This workshop is ideal for:
Beginners
Employees new to cotton harvest who need a thorough safety induction and foundational skills to get started.Experienced operators
Everyone can improve their productivity and safety. Injuries and accidents happen to experienced operators too, let's avoid the huge costs of downtime.Owners and Managers
Whether you own pickers or use contractors, our training will help you get the best from these expensive and complex machines to maximise the return from your cotton crop.
“Best value training I have invested in to date!” - Ash Geldard, 2021 Cotton Australia High Achiever
Practical, relatable training by an expert.
Enquire today.
Don’t miss out on expert training!
Contact us to learn more about our Cotton Picker Workshops.
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