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Safe Use of Pesticides (Agriculture) - Foundation Module
Safe Use of Pesticides (Amenity) - Foundation Module
One-day courses, for a maximum of 12 people
The requirements of current legislation
Using pesticides appropriately and safely
Keepin proper records
Storing pesticides correctly
Cleaning equipment
Disposing of unwanted pesticides and containers
Dealing with contamination and poisoning incidents
Practical Applications:
Field Crop Sprayer - Hydraulic Nozzle
Field Crop Sprayer - Rotary Atomiser
Hand-held Applicator - Hydraulic Nozzle
Hand-held Applicator - Rotary Atomiser
Air-Assisted Bush and Tree Spraying
One-day courses, for a maximum of six people.
The requirements in detail of current legislation
Applying pesticides safely and efficiently
Identifying and selecting appropriate nozzles or restrictors
Preparing and calibrating the equipment
Operating the equipment in compliance with current legislation and codes of practice
Cleaning equipment
Disposing of unwanted pesticides and containers
Identifying and rectifying faults
Recognising conditions when spraying is inadvisable.
Advanced Certificate in Pesticide Spray Applications (Agriculture)
Candidates working towards this advanced level qualification may find it helpful to attend the advanced one-day courses.