Pesticides. Lantra Hand Held Sprayer Training Bundle
This course results in a Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides using Hand Held Equipment. The course lasts for 2.5 days. Participants will complete the Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) assessment in the form of a multiple-choice question paper. Participants will be assessed on the effective and safe use of the Hand Held Sprayer (PA6) through a practical demonstration. Individual times will be arranged with participants.
Aim
- This two and a half day training course, is a must for anyone involved in operating and maintaining hydraulic nozzle type knapsack sprayers.
Venue
- UHI Orkney, East Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1LX
Duration
- Two and a half days in person, with attendance required to sit the test on another day following the course.
Entry Requirements
- Candidates must pass their PA1 assessment prior to completing testing for PA6.
Course Content
The course will cover the following topics:
- The regulations regarding safe use of pesticides Pesticide product information
- Hazards and risks associated with pesticides
- Personal safety when using hand-held equipment
- The measures to deal with pesticide poisoning
- Safe working practices
- The requirements for protected areas
- Environmental risks and protection of wildlife
- How to deal with incidents
- Factors to consider when using pesticides with hand-held equipment
- Preparing the sprayer and checking components
- Calibrating the hand held sprayer
- Operating the hand held sprayer in a variety of operating circumstances
- Decontamination of sprayer and protective clothing
- Out of season maintenance and storage
If you require additional support please contact UHI Orkney prior to the start of the course. If you require additional support, please contact UHI Orkney at the time of booking.
Staff
Staff teaching the course are experts in their field.
Your instructor will be Robert Laird.
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