PA4s & PA4g Safe Granular And Slug Pellet Application

The NPTC PA4S and PA4G modules are a perfect next step after obtaining your PA1 Foundation Module and you are wanting to use slug pelleted or granular type applicators. You will get to understand the current legislation while preparing you to become a safe and competent operative with the skills you’ll need to gain your PA4 certificate.

There is an assessment for the PA4S module that covers slug pellet applicators and a separate assessment for PA4G which involves the granule applicators.

Course Objectives

Applicator controls and components

Preparation of prime mover and applicator

Safety regulations and legislations

Safe driver training

Applicator cleanliness and defects

Security of attachment of application mechanisms

Lubrication of components

Product labels

Calculate required output

Set and adjust applicator to required application rate

Check of application rate

Factors affecting spread

Assess the applicator for uniformity of spread

Environmental risk assessment of the application site

Calculate, weigh and add slug pellets to the hopper

Demonstrate knowledge of accurate application procedures on site

Apply slug pellets to a given area in a safe and appropriate manner

Preparation of applicator for storage

Complete treatment record

Who Is This Course For?

Our PA4S and PA4G courses are developed for people who already hold their City & Guilds NPTC PA1 Foundation Module Certificate of Competence. It is for those who wish to take their training further by incorporating the safe use of pesticides through slug pellet and granular applicators.

To be successful on this course you must be able to read and interpret product label information and calculate formulae with the use of a calculator.