Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides from the Air - 0216-55 (PA7)
Issued by
City & Guilds
If your job involves applying pesticides in a commercial role then you are legally required by the Plant Protection Products (Sustainable Use) Regulations (2012) to take this qualification. This qualification is designed specifically for those who wish to apply pesticides from the air as part of their daily role. The minimum age for learners is 16 Ofqual Accreditation No: 601/5146/8
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Unit 161 (Operation of Aircraft Mounted Sprayers to Apply Pesticides from the Air) - They are able to:
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Know the legislative and safety regulations relating to application equipment
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Assess the environmental factors relating to mixing and application Read and interpret product information Prepare and calibrate an aircraft sprayer
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Operate the application equipment Know how to carry out post-operational procedures