NPTC 0216-49 Award in the Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (PA1)
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O
Level
Other -
Start Date
Multiple - see below -
Venue
Easton College campus -
Course Code
H0404
Start Dates
- Wednesday 4th December 2024, Part Time, Day
- Thursday 9th January 2025, Part Time, Day
- Wednesday 5th February 2025, Part Time, Day
- Tuesday 4th March 2025, Part Time, Day
- Wednesday 2nd April 2025, Part Time, Day
- Wednesday 7th May 2025, Part Time, Day
- Tuesday 3rd June 2025, Part Time, Day
- Tuesday 8th July 2025, Part Time, Day
- Tuesday 5th August 2025, Part Time, Day
Summary
This course is for anyone employed in agriculture or horticulture involved in the storage, handling and application of pesticides.
This course covers the control of pesticide regulations that classify chemicals used to control pests, weeds and unwanted vegetation. All those who use pesticides or herbicides in their business are required to have received adequate training in their safe and effective use.
Course content:
- New legislation
- Pesticide Label interpretation
- Protective Clothing
- Mixing and Transporting
- Storage
- Disposal of Surplus
- Contamination
- Record Keeping
This course was previously known as PA1.
Competency is assessed using an online computer-based test, on the day of your course. If you need access arrangements, please let us know at the time of booking.
Course details: 1 day 9.00-5pm
Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements.
Learning Outcomes
NPTC 021649 - Award in the Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
Assessment
The computer based NPTC Assessment will be arranged on the same day as the course and is included in the course price.
Career Progression
This is a compulsory qualification for progression onto other pesticide courses ie pedestrian hand-held applicator.
Fees
Wednesday 4th December 2024, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Thursday 9th January 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Wednesday 5th February 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Tuesday 4th March 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Wednesday 2nd April 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Wednesday 7th May 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Tuesday 3rd June 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Tuesday 8th July 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Tuesday 5th August 2025, Part Time, Day
£315.00
Where Next?
Book Online for NPTC 0216-49 Award in the Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (PA1)
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