Safe Use of Pesticides
Short course
In Bo'Ness
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Bo'ness (Scotland)
Have an understanding of statutory duties under H.S.W.A. and other legal responsibilities for safe working with pesticides. Use pesticides appropriately and safely. Keep records, understand the requirements and how to store pesticides. Clean equipment and dispose of unwanted pesticides. Deal with potential poisoning incidents and contamination. Suitable for: All personnel involved in the storage, handling and application of pesticides.
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SAFE USE OF PESTICIDES
The objectives of the course are to enable delegates to:- Have an understanding of statutory duties under H.S.W.A. and other legal responsibilities for safe working with pesticides
- Use pesticides appropriately and safely
- Keep records, understand the requirements and how to store pesticides
- Clean equipment and dispose of unwanted pesticides
- Deal with potential poisoning incidents and contamination.
All personnel involved in the storage, handling and application of pesticides.
Course Summary- P.U.W.E.R.
- Other current relevant regulations
- Interpreting labels and literature
- Selection and use of PPE
- Preparing pesticides for use
- Disposal of unwanted pesticides
- Transport and storage of pesticides
- Personal hygiene
- Storing pesticides
- Record keeping
- Environmental factors
- Accidental contamination
Highly participative with practical demonstrations highlighted by use of OHP & Videos along with individual exercises.
Course Duration1-5 days depending on experience and level required.
This course is LANTRA approved and leads to a test set by NPTC (National Proficiency Tests Council).
CertificationLANTRA or NPTC or Central Training Services Theory & Practical.
Safe Use of Pesticides