Use pesticides safely and confidently with our dedicated one-day course.

Overview in brief

• 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.
• Our 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.

The finer details

• We’ll guide you through the key elements of using pesticides safely and with confidence.
• You’ll learn about key legislation in Scotland, keeping clear records and understanding product labels.
• Safely storing, transporting and disposing of pesticides are also covered.
• Important protection issues – for both you and the environment – form a major part of the course.

Course sessions:

• Definitions
• Consequences of not using or handling pesticides safely
• Legislation that affects pesticides use
• Pesticide product labels
• Personal protective equipment
• Safe storage and transport of pesticides
• Environmental factors
• Disposal of pesticides and containers
• Dealing with accidents
• Keeping pesticide records.