LANTRA Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides and Handheld Applicators [Knapsack] Training & Qualification [PA1&PA6]

Lantra
Our two day training course in handheld applicators is delivered by an experienced instructor who will help attendees develop their knowledge of health and safety requirements and further their continuous professional development. Price includes NPTC City & Guilds or LANTRA assessment and qualification.
Course Ref: PESTICIDES ASSESSMEN
Duration: 2 Days
Max. Candidates: 8
Awarding Body: Lantra
LANTRA Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides and Handheld Applicators [Knapsack] Training & Qualification [PA1&PA6]

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Both onsite and offsite booking available

Course information

You will need to make your own provision for lunch. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be available all day.

Please advise the office of any reasonable adjustments five days prior to the course. Link to Reasonable Adjustments Policy

Our course is aimed at anyone using, or looking to use, professional pesticide products in industries like agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

Please bring photographic proof of ID and Lantra ID number (if held).

Greenway Training will provide the equipment.

Candidates should arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled course in preparation for a prompt start.

Candidates need to be dressed appropriately in work type clothing and bring a waterproof coat, wellington boots and reading glasses (if required).

This is a Level 2 qualification, which is independently assessed. The price of the course includes the cost of the assessment.

This is a nationally recognised vocational qualification in the land-based sector, Equivalent to a Level 2 academic qualification like GCSEs.

The qualification is assessed through a combination of written examinations. which are often multiple-choice tests, and practical assessments that involve direct observation and questioning by an approved assessor. The specific combination depends on the qualification, with some being purely theory-based (PA1) while others, like the forestry certificates, require a practical demonstration of skills.

Additional information

Please email the office with a site contact name, number and what3words reference. Please inform us of any site security requirements one week prior to your course.

Please ensure there is a dry and warm classroom type space with wifi connection and full access to w.c. facilities.

Please ensure that there is a knapsack [min. X1 per two candidates] available. We will also require a covered area for maintenance and calibration of the knapsack together with a large outdoor space for the practical, an area of at least 50m X 25m.

PPE comprising of spray coveralls, measuring jugs, wellington boots, 30cm nitrile gloves.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please download to view full details of our cancellation policy (minimum of 14 days’ notice).

T&Cs PDF

Once complete, learners will be able to;

  • Understand your duties under the law and become a safe and competent pesticide user
  • Understand what pesticides are and their ‘field of use’
  • State legislation relevant to pesticide application
  • Interpret and use label information
  • Take the appropriate action to protect yourself and the environment
  • Store and transport pesticides safely
  • Dispose of the pesticides and containers safely
  • Record information
  • Identify and describe how hand held applicators work
  • Identify and select nozzles for various applications
  • Achieve the required spray quality
  • Carry out pre-start checks
  • Calibrate the applicator
  • Mix and fill applicator accurately and safely
  • Operate the applicator safely and efficiently in various situations
  • Prevent environmental hazards
  • Decontaminate and store equipment.

Pre requisites for this course

  • The ability to read and comprehend English.
  • Due to the nature of the training a minimum level of fitness will be required for specific operations. Whilst we would not want to disadvantage you as a learner, it is an essential requirement.
  • >16 years old

Dates and availability

Contact us for instructor availability, courses run on demand

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Location

Greenway Training Centre

Thickthorn Farm,
Lyneham,
Wiltshire
SN15 4DY

Bespoke Courses

Looking for flexibility? Choose a month that best suits your business needs and we’ll come to you. Our network of experienced instructors & assessors will travel across Southern England, the Midlands & Wales to deliver tailored training and assessments at your site. Your instructor will ensure that the course is tailored around your operatives' needs. You can book a full course for your workforce or arrange a dedicated one-to-one accredited session to meet specific training needs.

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