Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment – Pesticide Injection Equipment (NPTC 0216-78)
This one-day course aims to prepare participants for the NPTC Certificate of Competence in the ‘Safe Use of Pesticides’ qualification. The course also includes assessment, to be arranged on a separate day.
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Who is this course for?
This one-day course aims to prepare participants for the NPTC Certificate of Competence in the ‘Safe Use of Pesticides’ qualification. The course also includes assessment, to be arranged on a separate day.
Entry Requirements
You must have passed your PA1 Foundation module before taking the PA6 assessment.
The minimum age for candidates is 16 years.
What will you learn?
This qualification covers:
- understanding the legislative, regulatory and Codes of Practice (CoP) requirements relating to applicator use
- reading and interpreting information on a product label
- assessing the environmental risks relating to the filling and application site
- preparing and calibrating the applicator
- operating the applicator
- knowing how to carry out post-operational procedures
How will you learn?
Learning will be both theory and practical-based, delivered on site.
What will you need to bring with you?
You will be required to supply your own:
- Steel toe-capped wellington boots
- Spray suit
- Rubber gloves approved for pesticide use
- Writing materials
- Lunch (there will be facilities available on site if you wish to purchase your lunch at College)
How will you be assessed?
There is a practical assessment, lasting approximately two hours, which is taken on a separate day. Tests can be taken at College or on your own site.
Where next?
Derby College Group offers a range of one-day, weekend and evening courses relating to Agriculture and a wide range of other land-based topics – please see the Derby College Group Part-time Prospectus for a full list and details.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: July 14, 2026 7:34 am
