Part time Tractor Spraying AG074
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
2 Days
Two days of training prepares experienced tractor drivers for the National Proficiency Test Council's Foundation Module (PA1) and the Vehicle Mounted Boom Sprayers Module (PA2). The NPTC test will be taken on the third day.
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Course programme
Tractor Spraying AG074
QualificationCertificate of Competence in Safe Use of Pesticides
Qualification Level
Level : n/a
What do these levels mean?
Duration :2 days + test of day 3
Times :3 x Thursday: 9.15 am - 4.45 pm
Dates :2 courses:
5.11.09 - 19.11.09
4.03.10 - 18.03.10
Run by : Agriculture Department.
Tutor : Tim Northmore (Organiser)
Awarding Body
City & Guilds, National Proficiency Test Council
Is it right for me?
Two days of training prepares experienced tractor drivers for the National Proficiency Test Council's Foundation Module (PA1) and the Vehicle Mounted Boom Sprayers Module (PA2). The NPTC test will be taken on the third day.
What qualifications will I need?
Experienced at tractor driving
What will I be learning about?
Day 1:
- Legislation
- Labels and codes of practice
- LERAP
- Risk assessment
- Storage and transport
- Personal protective equipment
- Records and environmental protection
Day 2:
- Tractor and sprayer safety and operation
- Calibration and nozzle selection
- Field working
- Environmental protection
Day 3
- NPTC Test
What is involved?
The sessions will include theory teaching, practical skills instruction and preparation for the NPTC test.
What materials are required?
Basic stationery and calculator
How will I be assessed?
NPTC test that can be arranged at the College or at your own workplace and involves an on'line question and answer test and a practical assessment of spraying. Full support is offered for all parts of the assessment.
How much will it cost?
£325
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Part time Tractor Spraying AG074