PA6: Knapsack & Handheld Pesticides Courses
Accreditation
LANTRA & NPTC PA6
Price from
£275pp for 1 module; £525 for 2 modules (+VAT)
Number of particpants
minimum 4; or join one of our monthly courses
Course length
one day + assessment
Location
Training can take place at one of our sites in Devon or Wales, at your place, or online
About Our Pesticides PA6 Knapsack & Handheld Pesticides Courses
There are several common categories in pesticide training and at Hush Farms we cover them all, with both LANTRA and NPTC accredited courses – with online pesticides training, and in-person courses at sites in Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Wales.
PA1 must be passed by anyone wishing to take any other PA units.
PA6 is needed by anyone wishing to apply pesticides using a hand-held lance or knapsack type applicator. The lance may be vehicle-mounted e.g. on a tractor or ATV.
Please ask about joining a group course. These take place on a monthly basis.
The Legal Bit
The law states that anyone who uses or applies pesticides in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Industry or Amenity workplaces must possess a valid Pesticide Certificate in order to comply with regulations. This legislation isn't optional and it applies to volunteers, employed and self-employed people alike.
There is no longer an exemption in UK law, commonly known as "grandfather rights”. The Plant Protection Products (Sustainable Use) Regulations 2012 exemption ceased to exist from 27th November 2015. Everyone who now uses PPPs authorised for professional use must hold a Certificate of Competence.
Trainess must be over the age of 16 to attend pesticides courses.
Course Information – PA6 Knapsack & Handheld Pesticides
Objectives
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Identify and describe how hand held applicators work
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Identify and select nozzles for various applications
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Achieve the required spray quality
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Carry out pre-start checks
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Calibrate the applicator
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Mix and fill applicator accurately and safely
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Operate the applicator safely and efficiently in various situations
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Prevent environmental hazards
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Decontaminate and store equipment
Assessment
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Basics of spray application
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Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment
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The working principles of a knapsack
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Preparation of the applicator for work
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Nozzles
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Calibrating a knapsack
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Mixing, filling and site work
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Calibration, concentration method
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Decontamination, tank washing and storage
Trainees will need
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Packed lunch for the day
Please note: The lance may be vehicle-mounted e.g. on a tractor or ATV, in which case Trainees must also be capable of operating the vehicle – click through to the relevant training page for details of other qualifications available.