Course overview
• PA6a - Hydraulic nozzle or rotary atomizer type sprayers• PA6aw - Hydraulic nozzle or rotary atomizer type sprayers including application to water• PA6ab Application to water using viscous gel applicators• PA6ac Granule applicators• PA6acw Granule applicators including application to water• PA6ad Other hand held applicators requiring minimal calibrationAssessment: Independent NPTC assessment follows this course• The requirements in detail of current legislation• Applying pesticides safely and efficiently• Identifying and selecting appropriate nozzles or restrictors• Preparing and calibrating the equipment• Operating the equipment in compliance with current legislation and codes of practice• Cleaning equipment• Disposing of unwanted pesticides and containers• Identifying and rectifying faults• Recognising conditions when spraying is ill advisable
