This course covers hand held applicators - hydraulic nozzle and / or rotary atomiser types. The equipment included in this test module is any hand held and / or pedestrian controlled sprayer of the type specified above.

What will you learn?

• Develop knowledge covering the requirements of current legislation.

• Apply pesticides safely and efficiently with a hand held applicator fitted with hydraulic nozzles.

• Identify and select appropriate nozzles, carry out machine preparation and calibration.

• Operate the equipment in compliance with current legislation and codes of practice.

• Clean equipment and dispose of unwanted pesticides and containers.

• Identify and rectify faults and recognise conditions when spraying is inadvisable.

Subsequent assessment can lead to a National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) Certificate of Competence in unit PA6A.