Short Courses

Safe Use of Pesticides - PA6a Handheld Applicator


Candidates MUST have achieved PA1 Foundation Module prior to taking this course.


This 1-day NPTC course is intended for those who apply pesticides with a knapsack or other hand held operated sprayer.  The practical exam takes approx. 2 hours.

Content

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

Candidates

Maximum of 8 candidates per course

Dates - 2010

Wednesday 30 June Assessment 12/13 July - FULL
Tuesday 17 August Assessment 6/7 September
Friday 8 October Assessment TBA
Tuesday 23 November Assessment TBA
Wednesday 24 November Assessment TBA

Dates - 2011

Thursday 6 January Assessment TBA
Tuesday 22 February Assessment TBA
Wednesday 23 February Assessment TBA
Tuesday 22 March Assessment TBA
Wednesday 23 March Assessment TBA
Wednesday 20 April Assessment TBA
Thursday 21 April Assessment TBA 

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 £80  Training is ILA supported
Exam Fee £130.  Exam fee is not ILA supported 

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