City and Guilds NPTC Course and assessment (same day) for the Level 2 Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides PA1. This is a theory only course.

Course Description

Anyone who uses a professional pesticide product should not use that pesticide or give instruction to others on its use unless they have received adequate instruction, training and guidance in its correct use. Obtaining a Certificate of Competence is the best way of demonstrating that you are trained to use pesticides and will confirm occupational competence. This legislation applies to all users e.g. agriculture, horticulture, etc.

PA1 is a compulsory module which must be completed by all candidates before they proceed to any of the applicator tests but please note that achieving PA1 does not entitle the holder to apply pesticides and in order to do so candidates will need to achieve the relevant application module. The assessment for this unit will be a computer based test via E-volve. Both the training and the online assessment take place over one day. 

Course Content – PA1

1. Know the legislative requirements and codes of practice relating to the use of Outcome 2.
2. Understand the relevance of product information
3. Know how to minimise the risk of human contamination and implement emergency procedures
4. Know how to store and transport pesticides safely
5. Know how to manage and dispose of surplus pesticide and waste materials
6. Know the record keeping requirements
7. Know how to minimise the risk of environmental contamination and implement emergency procedures