Pesticide Handling Certificate - PA1 and PA6

Part Time

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Course Code

QMS00H25/BCP0

Course Level

N/A

Where will this course lead?

All sprayer operators are required to have adequate training in the safe use of pesticides and equipment. We offer a one day training course to prepare for testing. Foundation module PA1 Foundation module and PA6 hand held applicators module.

What will I study?

This certificate will cover:

The foundation module (PA1) which must be passed before taking any further tests
Current legislation
Preparing pesticides for use
Transport and storage of pesticides
Disposal techniques
Record keeping
Interpreting product labels
Selecting and using protective clothing
Dealing with contamination and environmental safety
Hand held applicators PA6 for those using knapsack and similar hand held sprayers
General safety and routine maintenance of sprayer
Adjustment, setting and calibration
Measuring and mixing pesticides
Operating the hand held sprayer
Decontamination of the sprayer
Protective clothing

How will this course be delivered?

One day course plus examination

What qualifications will I get?

Vocational study not leading to a recognised qualification, Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care (SSA 3)

How will I be assessed?

The course is assessed by on-line test and practical assessment

How do I get a place on the course?

You will need to contact the college to find out when the next course is being run

What are the entry requirements?

You will need a basic level of English and Maths

Mature and overseas students are welcomed.

If you have aLearning Difficulty or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.

What else do I need to know?

You will need to provide a pair of wellingtons all other equipment is provided by the College

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

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Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

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Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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