Pesticide Use

Safe Use of Pesticides

Pesticides are widely used in agriculture and horticulture. But they can be potentially harmful substances, so a thorough appreciation of safe working practices is vital.

The course is tailor-made for people responsible for the storage, handling and application of pesticides. It will help you develop your knowledge of health and safety legislation, enabling you to work with pesticides effectively.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

 Understand your duties under the law and help you 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.