Course overview
This course enables students to prepare and use hand held pesticides applicators near water. Including nozzle selection, calibration and safe operation.
Environmental & aquatic risks
Legal and safety requirements
Interpretation of the label
Preparation and maintenance of the knapsack sprayer
Nozzle types and uses
Calibration-Filling and mixing procedures
Measuring areas to be treated
Safe spraying application near water
Application record sheets
Cleaning and storage procedures
Safe disposal of unwanted pesticides
Equipment Required:
Coveralls; type 3,4 or 5 & 6 as per code of practice
Face shield; full face protection
Nitrile gloves (minimum of 0.5mm thickness and 300mm long) as per code of practice
Wellington or full legength water repellent boots with a good grip and must have steel toe cap
Calculator (not on a mobile phone)
Stop watch
Notepad and Pen
Location
