SHORT COURSES
* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.
This one day course covers the theory knowledge required for the Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides Foundation Module (PA1). This is the pre-requisite for the PA2, PA3, PA4 and PA6 courses.
Award in Safe Use of Pesticides Foundation Module (PA1)
On achievement of this qualification, candidates can progress onto PA6, PA6AW or PA2.
Current legislation
Personal hygiene
Preparing pesticides for use
Transport and storage of pesticides
Disposal techniques
Record keeping
Interpreting product labels and literature
Selecting and using protective clothing
Dealing with contamination
Environmental safety
I day course
13th October 2025
9th March 2026
11th May 2026
6th July 2026
9am to 5.30pm at Holme Lacy College.
Awaiting assessment dates.
Full course cost £180
This training day will incorporate the NPTC Evolve online assessment scheduled to commence at 4.30pm.
Applicants must be 19 years or above to enrol on this course.
