1 Day Course
Pesticides are very widely and successfully used in land-based industries, but they can be potentially harmful substances, therefore it is essential that they are handled, applied and stored correctly.
This therefore makes training essential and our Safe Use of Pesticides PA1 attendance course will guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely, and with confidence.
Who should attend:
Those employed within the agriculture or horticulture industries, and those responsible for the storage, handling and application of pesticides.
Additional Information:
Due to the use of pesticides, it is important that you are able to read and interpret product information in order to participate in this course.
Course Content
- Consequences of not using or handling pesticides safely.
- Legislation that affects pesticides use.
- Pesticide product labels.
- Personal protective equipment.
- Safe storage and transport of pesticides.
- Environmental factors.
- Disposal of pesticides and containers.
- Dealing with accidents.
- Keeping pesticide records.
- Understand your duties under the law and help you become a safe and competent pesticide user.
- Understanding what pesticides are and their field of use.
- State legislation relevant to pesticide application.
- Interpret and use label information.
- Take the appropriate action to protect themselves and the environment.
- Store and transport pesticides safely.
- Dispose of the pesticides and containers safely.
- Recording information.