Short Courses

NPTC Safe Use of Pesticides: PA2a Tractor Mounted - ILA approved

Introduction

Candidates must have achieved PA1 Foundation module prior to taking this course. This course is aimed at those intending to apply pesticides using a tractor mounted  sprayer.  The practical exam takes approximately ½ day.

Duration

1 day

Content

  • Legislation 
  • Health and safety
  • Personal protective clothing issues
  • Layout of machine and liquid flow
  • Daily maintenance and cleaning
  • Calibration of machine
  • Field operating techniques 

Candidates

Maximum of 6 candidates per course


Dates 2013

Fri 12 April          Assessment Wed 24 or Thu 25 or Fri 26 April
Wed 17 July       Assessment Wed 31 Jul or Thur 1 Aug or Fri 2 Aug
Tue 24 Sep        Assessment Wed 9 or Thu 10 or Fri 11 Oct
Wed 27 Nov       Assessment Wed 11 or Thur 12 or Fri 13 Dec

What to Bring

You must bring along the following:

  • Code of Practice Book issued during PA1 Foundation Module Training
  • Writing materials
  • Coverall - i.e white disposable suit
  • Apron or waterproof suit
  • Gloves  (nitrile rubber, 0.5mm thick 300mm long)
  • Wellington Boots or water repellent footwear
  • Face Shield

Cost

Training    £120  *Training is ILA supported.
Exam       £250 

To book a place

Please  complete an application form.  Alternatively, contact Moira Montgomery on 01506 864807 or at mailto: mmontgomery@oatridge.ac.uk

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