Unit 101 - Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides - 0216-49 (PA1)

Unit 101 - Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides - 0216-49 (PA1)

Issued by City & Guilds

Unit 101 confirms that the learner has demonstrated that they have met the criteria for Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides. This unit forms part of 0216-49 (PA1) Ofqual unit: A/506/8297

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • They will be able to:
  • Know the legislative requirements and codes of practice relating to the use of pesticides
  • Understand the relevance of product information
  • Know how to minimise the risk of human contamination and implement emergency procedures
  • Know how to store and transport pesticides safely
  • Know how to manage and dispose of surplus pesticide and waste materials
  • Know the record keeping requirements
  • Know how to minimise the risk of environmental contamination and implement emergency procedures