Granular Application (PA4) Short Course, NPTC

This is a one-day practical course which is workshop based and designed specifically for those who wish to apply slug pellets and granular pesticides.

Course information

This is a one-day practical course, which is workshop based and designed specifically for those who wish to apply slug pellets and granular pesticides. Tractor driving experience is essential before beginning this course.

Training will take place at Brackenhurst campus.

You are required to provide your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• nitrile gloves or gauntlets - should be at least 0.4 mm thick and 300 mm long preferably unlined or flocked - unlined neoprene and viton are also suitable
• full faceshield - use to protect the face and eyes when opening containers or for application if the label states
• coveralls - should be resistant to the penetration of liquids, dusts and granules depending on circumstances - most spray suits come with a hood attached, which is advisable
• type three or four coveralls are chemical proof
• type five or six coveralls are limited splash proof (this is the usual type)
• wellington boots - these should be non-lined knee length wellington boots and preferably with steel toe-caps
• Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) - these may be required when handling dusts, fogs, smokes or vapour
• ear defenders or plugs - these are essential when using noisy equipment or working in a noisy environment.

Course content

PA4 Granular Application:

• safe driving practice
• preparation of prime mover
• identify and select calibration techniques
• identify and rectify faults
• post-operation maintenance.

Assessment

This will be arranged by a National Proficiency Tests Council assessor at a future date convenient to you.

There is currently no module information available for this course.