SAFE USE OF
PESTICIDES REPLACING
GRANDFATHER RIGHTS
Presented by
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of
Pesticides Replacing Grandfather Rights
What are Grandfather Rights?
Under previous legislation, anyone born before 31st
December 1964 did not need a Certificate of
Competence (CoC) to apply a professional plant
protection product (PPP).
From 26th November 2015,
EVERYONE will require a CoC
to apply PPPs.
Introduction
The qualification consists of one mandatory unit and
three optional units:
Mandatory:
051: The principles of safe handling and application of
pesticides on own land
Optional:
052: Hand held pesticide application on own land
053: Operating machines to apply pesticides to own land
054: Applying pesticides using other specific equipment
or methods to own land
Unit 052
This section covers one optional unit:
Hand held pesticide application
on own land
Unit 052
The majority of this unit is practical:
most outcomes and assessment criteria will be
examined by observation, for example in the use of
a Knapsack Sprayer.
For some outcomes and assessment criteria the
Assessor will ask questions to confirm your
knowledge:
this PowerPoint and your workbook will help you
prepare for those questions.
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.1 Describe the legal requirements relating to
applying pesticides using hand held pedestrian operated application
equipment to own land
You will be asked to describe ONE legal obligation of the
operator under these requirements:
These obligations are outlined in blue on the next slide.
(If you have already completed the mandatory unit 051
you may not need to be assessed on this)
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.1 Describe the legal requirements relating to
applying pesticides using hand held pedestrian operated application
equipment to own land
Write ONE of the operator’s legal obligations in your
workbook:
• to comply with the current Pesticide Code of Practice
• to comply with The Plant Protection Products (Sustainable Use)
(Regulations 2012)
• to ensure that the equipment is in good condition and all
required guards are in place as stated in the operators manual (if
applicable)
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.2 Describe how to apply pesticides safely
using hand held pedestrian equipment to own land following industry
best practice
You will be asked to
describe ONE operator
safety regulation that relates
to using hand held
pedestrian equipment:
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.2
2.1 Describe how
the legal
to apply
requirements
pesticidesrelating
safely to
applying
using
hand
pesticides
held pedestrian
using hand
equipment
held pedestrian
to own land
operated
following
application
industry
equipment
best
practice
to own land
Write in your workbook ONE operator safety regulation
that applies when using hand held pedestrian
equipment:
• comply with codes of best practice
• be aware of any safety implications imposed by Risk/COSHH
Assessment and comply with the requirements
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.2
to apply
pesticidesrelating
safely to
2.1 Describe how
the legal
requirements
using
hand
held pedestrian
equipment
to own land
following
industry
applying
pesticides
using hand
held pedestrian
operated
application
best
practice
equipment
to own land
You will also be asked to
describe the operational
features of overall
treatment AND spot
treatments;
THREE features for each
are required:
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.2
2.1 Describe
Describethe
how
legal
to apply
requirements
pesticides
relating
safely to
applying
using
hand
pesticides
held pedestrian
using hand
equipment
held pedestrian
to own land
operated
following
application
industry
equipment
best
practice
to own land
Write THREE of the operational features of an overall
treatment in your workbook:
Techniques include:
• consistent walking speed
• regular pumping to maintain
constant pressure
• consistent nozzle height
• accurate on/off points
• matching of bouts
• avoidance of ‘off target’ application
Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety
regulations relating to sprayer/applicator use on
own land
Assessment criterion 1.2
2.1 Describe how
the legal
to apply
requirements
pesticidesrelating
safely to
applying
using
hand
pesticides
held pedestrian
using hand
equipment
held pedestrian
to own land
operated
following
application
industry
equipment
best
practice
to own land
Write THREE of the operational features of a spot
treatment in your workbook:
Techniques include:
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use of a suitable nozzle
maintaining a suitable height
timed applications
avoidance of under/over dosing
avoidance of ‘off target’ application
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.1 Identify risks to the environment when
mixing and applying pesticides
You will be asked to identify FIVE possible risks to the
environment:
These are
indicated in blue
on the next slide.
Write FIVE of
them in your
workbook.
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.1 Identify risks to the environment when
mixing and applying pesticides
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‘run off’ if the ground conditions are not suitable
pollution of water courses
pesticide entering drains
pollution of boreholes, water protection zones
pesticide contamination of environmental margins
detrimental affect on wildlife
application to non-target plants
damage to sensitive crops/areas
damage to hedgerows
affecting housing
limiting public/animal access to the area
any other risks specific to the site
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
You will then be asked to explain how to minimise the
risks you have identified:
the next slide lists some of
the ways to minimise
these risks:
select those for the FIVE
risks you chose, and write
the points in your
workbook
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
• use of an appropriate pesticide, preference given to product
with least environmental impact
• careful timing of application
• check and maintain application rate
• avoiding spray drift
• avoid situations where run off occurs
• observing buffer zones
• erection of warning signs
• notify neighbours before application
• signage to inform the public of pesticide application
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
During your practical assessment
you will also be asked to check and
comment on the wind speed and
direction.
You will need to be able to state the
wind direction and force/speed, and
know if conditions are suitable for
spraying.
You will be asked to state the reason for minimising
off-target application and spray drift:
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
In your workbook, summarise what may be affected by
off-target application or spray drift:
What would be the
effects of drift on
- crops,
- people,
- wildlife,
- water and the environment?
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
You will be asked to state THREE factors that may affect
spray drift:
Beaufort Scale
(measured 10
metres above the
ground)
Description Visible
signs
Force 0
Calm
Smoke rises
vertically
Force 1
Light air
Smoke drifts,
showing the wind
direction
Force 2
Light breeze
Leaves rustle and
you can feel the
wind on your face
Force 3
Gentle breeze
Leaves and twigs
are constantly
moving
Force 4
Moderate breeze
Small branches are
moved and dust
and loose paper are
raised
Approximate
wind speed at the
height of the
spray nozzle
Less than 2
kilometres an hour
(less than 1.2 miles
an hour)
2 to 3.2 kilometres
an hour
(1.2 to 2 miles an
hour)
3.2 to 6.5
kilometres an hour
(2 to 4 miles an
hour)
6.5 to 9.6
kilometres an hour
(4 to 6 miles an
hour)
9.6 to 14.5
kilometres an hour
(6 to 9 miles
Spraying conditions
Use only medium or
coarse sprays there is an
increased risk of vapour lift
Acceptable spraying
conditions
Ideal spraying
conditions
Increased risk of spray
drift. Avoid spraying
herbicides
and take special care with
other pesticides
Do not spray
Outcome 2. Understand the environmental
factors relating to mixing and application of
pesticides
Assessment criterion 2.2 Explain how to minimise the risks to the
environment when mixing and applying pesticides on own land
In your workbook state THREE factors, from:
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weather conditions
direction of spraying
nozzle type and size
pressure
walking speed
nozzle height
defective equipment
Outcome 3. Be able to read and interpret product
information
Assessment criteria 3.1 Read product information and;
3.2 Interpret product information
During your practical
assessment you will be required
to read and interpret the
information on a product label
and provide relevant information
as requested.
You will be expected to provide
the label and you may highlight
the key information on it ready
for your assessment.
Outcome 3. Be able to read and interpret product
information
Assessment criteria 3.1 Read product information and;
3.2 Interpret product information
You will need a label for a product
with current approval, which is
appropriate to your work:
You will be asked for:
• the product name
• the active substances or
ingredients
You may also be asked about:
Outcome 3. Be able to read and interpret product
information
Assessment criteria 3.1 Read product information and;
3.2 Interpret product information
General information:
• field of use
• crop/target
• maximum individual dose
• maximum total dose
• maximum number of treatments
• specific product precautions/warnings
• operator protection
• environmental protection
• restrictions on use
Outcome 3. Be able to read and interpret product
information
Assessment criteria 3.1 Read product information and;
3.2 Interpret product information
Crop-specific information:
• crop/target
• dose rate
• water volume
• timing
Mixing and spraying information:
• filling
• reduced volume applications (if applicable)
• recommended nozzle(s)
• recommended pressure
• spray quality
• compatibility
• additional label information
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.1 Carry out pre-use checks to the
sprayer/applicator
During your practical assessment you will be asked to:
• carry out all pre-use checks relevant
to the sprayer/applicator being used
for the assessment
• part fill the sprayer/applicator and
check for satisfactory operation
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.2 Identify suitable operating pressure and
select nozzles according to application requirements
as well as two more practical assessments:
● to select the correct pressure (for
the nozzle/task)
● to check nozzle is fitted correctly,
its condition and spray pattern
using any appropriate method
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.1 Carry out pre-use checks to the
sprayer/applicator
You will also be
asked to identify and
explain the use of the
nozzle fitted to the
applicator, and one
other:
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.1 Carry out pre-use checks to the
sprayer/applicator
In your workbook, fill in the type, spray quality and use for
each nozzle shown:
Picture
Type
Spray quality and use
Deflector (anvil)
Medium/coarse spray quality.
Generally used to apply
herbicides
Full cone
Medium/coarse spray quality.
Suitable for spot treatment and
spraying around obstacles using
herbicides
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.1 Carry out pre-use checks to the
sprayer/applicator
In your workbook, fill in the type, spray quality and use for
each nozzle shown:
Picture
Type
(Flat) Fan nozzle
Hollow cone
Spray quality and use
Fine, medium or coarse spray
quality.
Suitable for use with hand held
applicators
Fine spray quality.
Generally used for insecticide and
fungicide treatment
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.3 Make appropriate adjustments to the
application equipment and;
4.4 Calibrate the sprayer/applicator and record relevant data
During your practical assessment
you will be asked to:
• demonstrate how to make adjustments
to the sprayer/applicator
• calibrate the sprayer/applicator and;
• record relevant calibration data
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.5 Measure the area to be treated and
4.6 Calculate the area to be treated
You will be asked to measure an
area to be treated:
● you must measure this accurately
You will be asked to calculate the
area:
● you will need to make an accurate
calculation
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
During your practical assessment you will
be asked to:
• calculate the quantities required for the area you
have just calculated, and a full tank
The following slides take you through one method of
calculating this.
There are other methods you can use.
As long as you can accurately calibrate the sprayer it does not
matter which method you demonstrate to the Assessor.
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
For this method there are three measurements to
collect when calibrating a knapsack sprayer
these are:
1. The walking speed of the operator in km per
hour (kph)
2. The output per minute of the sprayer in litres
3. The width of each pass of the sprayer,
commonly known as the bout or swath width
in metres
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
Put on your PPE; half fill the tank with water:
1.To Calculate operator walking speed –
Measure a distance of 100 metres.
Put the knapsack on your back and start
pumping, walk at a steady walking pace,
pumping the sprayer every few seconds to
maintain constant pressure and flow from
the nozzle.
Time yourself in seconds.
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
To calculate walking speed the calculation is:
360
the time to travel 100m = speed in kilometres per hour
if it takes 90 seconds to cover 100m the calculation would be:
360
90 = 4 km/h
‘360’ is a constant figure (3600 seconds in an hour) to
enable the speed calculation to work!)
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
2. To measure the output of the sprayer
– When the knapsack is up to pressure, release the trigger
into an empty bucket for exactly 1 minute, pumping the
sprayer every few seconds to maintain constant pressure.
After a minute, measure how much water has been
sprayed out via the nozzle in litres.
e.g. a single nozzle sprayed out 1.2 litres in one minute
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
3. To ascertain the bout (swath) width –
• hold the lance at the appropriate
height.
• spray onto a dry piece of
concrete, paving or tarmac
• pump the sprayer every few
seconds to maintain constant
pressure and flow from the nozzle
• measure the width of the spray.
e.g. bout or (swath width) 1.2 m
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
To calculate the output of the sprayer per hectare:
600 x output (l/m)
= total output (l/ha)
speed (k/h) x swath width (m)
Note the ‘600’ is a constant figure you will use,
like the ‘360’ in the speed formula:
It converts litres per minute into litres per hour,
and converts your total to a quantity per hectare.
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
Example :
600 x 1.2 (output l/m)
= 150 (volume l/ha )
4 (speed km/h) x 1.2 (swath width m)
Note: The spray volume is actually the amount of chemical
and water per hectare.
So 5 litres of chemical per hectare in a minimum
of 200 litres of water per hectare will actually be
5 litres of chemical and 195 litres of water to make
up the overall 200 litres of spray per hectare.
(check this against label recommendations)
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
How much chemical concentrate do you put in a full
knapsack?
Tank capacity (l) x dose rate (l/ha) = Amount of concentrate (l)
Calibrated Spray Volume (l/ha)
• for a 15 litre knapsack,
• and a chemical which is applied at 5 l/ha
and the calibrated spray volume is 200 l/ha
15 x 5 litres = 0.375 litres ( 375ml)
200
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
How much will one tank cover at this spray volume (l/ha)?
spray volume = number of full tanks per hectare
tank capacity
e.g. 200 litres = 13.33 tanks per hectare
15
one hectare (10,000 m2 )
Number of tanks per hectare
e.g. 10,000 = 750m2 for each full tank
13.33
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
How much water and chemical concentrate is required?
•Measure and calculate the area
example: 25m x 8m = 200m2.
•Calculate the amount of water
example: spray volume is 200 l/ha, dose rate is 5 l/ha
Volume of spray x area
10,000
=
200 x 200 = 4 litres
10,000
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criterion 4.7 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and
water required (or amount of premix required)
• calculate the amount of chemical concentrate
example: spray volume is 200 l/ha, dose rate is 5 l/ha
Dose rate (l/ha) x area (m2) = chemical concentrate required
10,000
5
x 200 = 0.1 litres (100ml) of chemical concentrate
10,000
You need
0.1 litre (100ml) chemical in 3.9 litres water
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
To practise for the assessment, you are going to
calculate:
1. the amount of water Q required for a specified area F
2. the amount of pesticide N required for a specified
area F
3. the amount of water S required for a full tank
4. the amount of pesticide R required for a full tank
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
In your workbook there
is a calibration sheet,
with a sheet that
summarises the details
you need for your
calculations:
First we need to assign
some figures to this:
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
Tank capacity: A = 20 litres
Nozzle output: B 1.2 l/min
Bout/swath width: C 0.8 metres
Time for 100 metres: D 75 seconds
Pesticide dose rate: E
(from pesticide label) 5 l/ha
Area to be sprayed: calculate F
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
Calculate the area to be sprayed, F:
Length (m) x width(m) = area (m2) ÷ 10,000 = area (ha)
20m x 40m =
F = 0.08 ha
800
10,000
= 0.08 ha
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
Walking Speed (G) = 360 ÷ Time for 100 metres (D)
D = 75 seconds
G = 360 ÷ 75 = 4.8 kph
Sprayer Application rate (H) in l/ha
(Total volume of water and pesticide to spray 1 hectare)
Nozzle output B x 600 ÷ Speed G (KPH) ÷ Swath width C = H
1.2 x 600 ÷ 4.8 ÷ 0.8 = 187.5 l/ha H (water and pesticide)
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
Total volume M needed to spray area F:
Sprayer Application rate H (l/ha) x Area to be Sprayed F (ha)
187.5 x 0.08 = 15 litres M (water and pesticide)
To calculate the amount of pesticide N needed to spray area F:
Pesticide Dose Rate E (l/ha) x Area to be Sprayed F (ha)
5x 0.08 = 0.4 litres x 1000 = 400 ml N (pesticide)
To calculate the amount of water Q needed to spray area F:
Total volume M – Pesticide N = Water Q
15 litres (15000ml) – 0.4 litres (400 ml) = 14.6 litres (14600ml) water Q
Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate a
hand held pedestrian applicator
Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 4.7 - recap of calculations
Amount of Pesticide R needed for a FULL tank :
Tank capacity A x Dose Rate E x 1000 ÷ Sprayer Application rate H
= amount of pesticide R (ml)
R = 20 x 5 x1000 ÷ 187.5 = 533 ml or 0.53 litres
Amount of water S needed for a FULL tank :
Tank capacity A – pesticide R = amount of water S
S = 20,000 - 533 = 19,467 ml or 19.47 litres
Outcome 5. Be able to operate the application
equipment to apply pesticides on own land
Assessment criterion 5.1 Measure the required quantities and add to
the sprayer/applicator, or attach pesticide container
During your practical assessment
you will be required to:
• measure the correct quantities of water
and concentrate required for the area you
have measured and calculated
• and add to the sprayer/applicator,
• or attach a pesticide container containing
premix
This will normally be a simulated pesticide
product
Outcome 5. Be able to operate the application
equipment to apply pesticides on own land
Assessment criteria 5.2 Demonstrate safe and accurate application
procedures and;
5.3 Carry out all activities protecting human health and environment
During your practical assessment
you will be required to:
• treat the area you have measured out,
demonstrating safe and accurate
application procedures
• using correct PPE to protect yourself
• protecting bystanders and the environment
by avoiding off-target application and
overdosing
Outcome 5. Be able to operate the application
equipment to apply pesticides on own land
Assessment criteria 5.4 Complete a treatment record
As part of
your
practical
assessment
you will be
required to
complete a
treatment
record like
this one in
your
workbook:
Outcome 5. Be able to operate the application
equipment to apply pesticides on own land
Assessment criteria 5.4 Complete a treatment record
You will
need to fill
in the
record
accurately
- and
legibly if it
is a paper
version.
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.1 Explain how to manage surplus pesticide
and dispose of waste material
You will be asked to explain how to deal with ONE OF
EACH of the following:
• surplus concentrate,
• dilute pesticide,
• containers and
packaging
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.1 Explain how to manage surplus pesticide
and dispose of waste material
Write in your workbook:
ONE method of managing surplus concentrate pesticide
• return to temporary mobile store
• return to fixed store
ONE method of managing surplus dilute pesticide
• back on to site as long as it is below the maximum dose rate
• use on another approved crop/target
• treated by specialist treatment facility on site (e.g. a lined bio - bed)
• collected by a licensed waste disposal contractor
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.1 Explain how to manage surplus pesticide
and dispose of waste material
Write in your workbook:
ONE method of dealing with containers
• triple rinsed
• placed in secure storage until disposal
• returned to supplier
• collected by licensed waste disposal contractor
ONE method of dealing with waste packaging
• thoroughly emptied
• placed in secure storage until disposal
• collected by licensed waste disposal contractor
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.2 Describe how to clean and decontaminate
the sprayer/applicator
You will be asked to
describe how to clean the
sprayer/applicator after use:
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.2 Describe how to clean and decontaminate
the sprayer/applicator
Describe in your workbook how you would do this:
• select and use correct PPE and follow safe procedures
• select an appropriate site for cleaning the sprayer/applicator
• triple rinse the applicator, following product information
recommendations
• flush the system thoroughly
• dispose of contaminated washings safely, in an appropriate
manner (following good practice)
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.3 State the storage requirements for the
sprayer/applicator after use
You will be asked to
state TWO factors to
consider when storing
the sprayer/applicator:
Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post
operational procedures
Assessment criterion 6.2 Describe how to clean and decontaminate
the sprayer/applicator
Write TWO factors in your workbook:
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make sure the applicator is de-pressurised
ensure the sprayer/applicator is clean and dry
inspect for wear or damage
carry out repairs
lubricate if required
protect the applicator from frost and remove nozzles and
filters
• store in a secure area
• store under cover and out of direct sunlight
Summary
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides Replacing Grandfather Rights
(PAGR)
ANY QUESTIONS
ON UNIT 2?