- How infestations of pests affect crop growth and reduce quality
- Range of pest control methods available to farmers and growers
- Terminology used to categorise pesticides for crop production
- Principles and procedures for the safe handling, storage, application and disposal of pesticides
- Laws and regulations relating to poisonous substances
- Interpret pesticide label information
- Prepare a hand – held applicator for work, including calibration
- Make up a pesticide spray mix in accordance with good practice
- Safe storage of hand held applicator and personal protective equipment
- Apply a pesticide mix with a hand-held applicator in a safe and efficient manner
Participants on this Hand Held Pesticide Application course must undergo a skills demonstration (60%) and written assessment (40%) to achieve certification.
Please note: learners must have relevant PPE, i.e. sprayer suit, gloves, goggles, Hi-Vis vest, hard hat, safety footwear, etc.
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