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SAFE USE OF PESTICIDES REPLACING GRANDFATHER RIGHTS

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 specified 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 on own land

054: Applying pesticides using other specific equipment

or methods on own land

This section covers one optional unit:

Operating machines to apply pesticides to own land

Unit 053

• Boom sprayers (mounted, trailed or self-propelled)• Variable geometry boom sprayers• Air assisted broadcast sprayers• Slug pellet and granule applicators and;• Boat mounted applicators

The majority of this unit is practical:

most outcomes and assessment criteria will be examined by observation, for example in the use of a tractor mounted boom 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.

Unit 053

Outcome 1. Know the legislative and safety regulations relating to application equipment on

own land

Assessment criterion 1.1 Describe the legal requirements relating to applying pesticides using machinery and equipment on own land

For all machines:

you will be asked to describe TWO legal obligations 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)


own land

Assessment criterion 1.1 Describe the legal requirements relating to applying pesticides using machinery and equipment on own land

Write TWO of the operator’s legal obligations in your workbook:• complying with the current pesticide Code of Practice

• ensuring that the equipment is in good condition (tested if

applicable) and all required guards are in place as stated in the

operators manual (if applicable)

• complying with all relevant road traffic regulations when

operating or transporting on the public highway

• complying with The Plant Protection Products (Sustainable Use)

(Regulations 2012)


own land

Assessment criterion 1.2 Describe how to apply pesticides safely

using machinery following industry best practice on own land

For all machines:

You will be asked to

describe ONE operator

safety regulation in

terms of using the

sprayer/application

equipment


own land

Write in your workbook ONE operator safety regulation that applies to using sprayer/application equipment:

• comply with codes of best practice

• be aware of any safety implications imposed by Risk/COSHH

assessment and comply with the requirements




own land

For all machines: • You will also be asked to

describe two precautions operators may take to protect themselves from pesticide contamination when operating the prime mover




own land

Describe TWO precautions in your workbook:For machines with cabs:• fit carbon filter• use of in-cab controls• ensure ventilation system is functional• close all windows• contaminated PPE stored in external locker

For machines where there is an open canopy/platform:• use of appropriate PPE• avoid siting pressurised components within confines of canopy




own land



For all machines:

You will be asked to describe TWO checks to the prime mover and equipment that operators may carry out, to protect themselves from physical danger during the operation


own land

Describe TWO checks in your workbook:

• compatibility of prime mover and sprayer/application equipment

• front weights

• wheel track width

• correct tyre pressures

• condition of tyres

• brake function




own land



For all machines:

You will be asked to state THREE aspects of safe practice to be considered when driving on

uneven/sloping terrain


own land

Write THREE examples in your workbook:• assess conditions

• select four wheel drive (if fitted)

• appropriate speed

• correct gear selection

• effect of changing load on stability

• use of weights to stabilise prime mover

• correct turning procedure

• keep centre of gravity as low as possible




own land



For all machines:

You will be asked to state ONE consideration for safe driving on a public highway


own land

Write ONE example in your workbook:• independent brakes coupled together

• travelling at high speed makes

the vehicle unstable



Outcome 2. Be able to assess the environmental factors relating to the mixing and application site

For all machines:

You will be asked to identify FIVE risks to the environment.

These are indicated in blue on the next slide. Write FIVE of them in your workbook.

Assessment criterion 2.1 Identify risks to the environment from mixing and applying pesticides

• run off if the ground conditions are not suitable

• pollution of water courses, boreholes, water protection zones

• pesticide entering drains

• pesticide contamination of environmental margins

• detrimental effect on wildlife

• application to non-target plants

• damage to sensitive crops/areas, damage to hedgerows

• damage to affecting housing

• contamination by not limiting public/animal access to the area

• any other risks specific to the site, that you might consider relevant

Assessment criterion 2.1 Identify risks to the environment from mixing and applying pesticides



For all machines:

You will be asked to explain how to minimise the risks you identified

The next slide lists some of the ways to minimise these risks;

Assessment criterion 2.2 Understand how to minimise risks

to the environment from mixing and applying pesticides

select those for the FIVE risks you chose, and write the points in your workbook:


• check and maintain application rate• observe buffer zones• comply with LERAP* requirements (*Local Environment Risk Assessment for

Pesticides (LERAPs)

• inform neighbours• erect warning signs• use an appropriate pesticide• careful timing of application

• avoid spray drift (sprayers only)






• If you want to reduce an aquatic buffer zone you must carry out and record a LERAP.

• You do not need a LERAP to apply the buffer zone specified on the PPP label BUT you are still legally obliged to record this decision in your spray records.

Local Environment Risk Assessment for Pesticides (LERAPs) and aquatic buffer zones


For all machines:

You will be asked to state the reason for minimising spray drift

You are expected to show an awareness of the likely effects of off-target application; some of these effects are listed on the next slide




Summarise these reasons in your workbook:



• possible damage to nearby crops

• possible harm to people nearby that are

not protected by PPE like the operator

• possible damage to wildlife nearby

• spray drift can pollute watercourses and

harm aquatic life and the environment

• waste product


During your practical assessment you will 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, and know if conditions are suitable for operations.

For sprayers and granular applicators only:




For sprayers only:

You will be asked to state FIVE factors that affect spray drift.



The next slide lists some of these factors;select FIVE and write them in your workbook:


General factors: • weather conditions

• direction of spraying

• restrictor size

• air pressure

• fluid pressure

• forward speed



Specific machine factors:• boom height (boom sprayer)

• angle of boom

(variable geometry boom sprayer)

• downward air pressure

(air assisted boom sprayers)

• air assistance speed and volume

(air assisted broadcast sprayers)

Outcome 3. Be able to read and interpret pesticide product information

For all machines: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.

Assessment criteria 3.1 Read pesticide product information and;

3.2 Interpret pesticide 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:




General information: • field of use

• crop/target

• maximum individual dose

• maximum total dose

• maximum number of treatments

• operator protection (PPE required)

• environmental protection

• restrictions on use




Crop-specific information: • crop/target• dose rate• water volume (if applicable)• timing

Mixing and spraying information:• filling• reduced volume applications (if applicable)• compatibility• additional label information• recommended nozzle(s) (sprayers)• recommended pressure (sprayers)• spray quality (sprayers)

Assessment criteria 3.1 Read pesticide product information

and 3.2 Interpret pesticide product information


Wick applicators only: • dilution rate• suitability for use in wick applicators

Slug pellet applicators only:• ‘no spread’ zone • baiting recommendations

Slug pellet and granular applicators only:• restrictions on use of slug pellets and granules• specific product precautions/warnings



Outcome 4. Be able to prepare and calibrate the applicator

• Identify all components and controls relating to the sprayer/application equipment being used for the assessment

• identify and explain the use of the nozzles fitted to the sprayer/application equipment (if applicable)

There will be some questions relating to: air

fluid sprayers, wick applicators, slug pellet

applicators and granular applicators, But ONLY

if they are being used for the assessment.

Assessment criterion 4.1 Identify sprayer/applicator components and controls

During your practical assessment , for sprayers only you will be asked to:


Identify all components and controls relating to the sprayer/application equipment being used for the assessment


During your practical assessment , for sprayers only you will be asked to:



For sprayers only:

You will also be asked to identify and explain the use of the nozzle fitted to the sprayer/application equipment

Air inclusion



In your workbook, fill in the type and use for each nozzle shown:



For air fluid sprayers only:

You will be asked to Identify and explain the use of one size of nozzle restrictor fitted to the sprayer/ application equipment



• wick applicators• slug pellet

applicators and;• granular

applicators

Components and controls may also be specific to:


Assessment criterion 4.2 Carry out checks to the prime mover

For all machines: You will be required to carry out all pre-use checks relevant to the prime mover (self - propelled sprayer, tractor or quad bike etc.) being used for the assessment.

Slug pellet applicator – one check only


Assessment criterion 4.3 Carry out pre-use and operational checks to the sprayer/application equipment

For all machines: You will be required to carry out all pre-use checks and operation checks to the sprayer/applicator

• check for mechanical defects

• check that the sprayer/application

equipment is lubricated correctly

• check security of attachment of

sprayer/application equipment



For sprayers only: you will be required to: check boom settings, suspension and break back devices (if applicable)

check broadcast sprayer settings

remove, clean and refit a filter



For sprayers only: you will be required to: remove, clean/replace and refit a nozzle restrictor and nozzle

part fill sprayer/application equipment

check electronic components on electrostatically charged application equipment (if applicable)

check sprayer/application equipment for liquid and air leaks, and correct spray pattern (as applicable)



For slug pellet applicators you will be required to check for cleanliness, mechanical and electrical defects, plus one additional check

For granule applicatorsyou will be required to make one additional check

For wick applicators you will be required to make one additional check



For all machines,

• you need to be able to explain how to use the control panel, to ensure that the sprayer/application equipment is functioning

• you need to be able to state one suitable action in the event of the control panel failing


Assessment criterion 4.4 Calibrate the sprayer/application

equipment and record the relevant data

For all machines:

• you need to be able to calibrate the sprayer, or piece of application equipment, and record the relevant data.

You will be required to:

• select and record the forward speed

• calculate the required output/volume rate


Assessment criterion 4.4 Calibrate the sprayer/application

equipment and record the relevant data

For all machines:

You will be required to state FOUR pieces of calibration data that should be recorded(appropriate to the sprayer/application equipment being used)

Additional questions may be asked with relevance to sprayers, slug pellet applicators and granular applicators, but only if that piece of equipment is being tested.


• calculate the quantities of pesticide and water for a specified area

During your practical assessment you will be asked to:

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.

Assessment criterion 4.5 Calculate the quantities of pesticide and water required for a specified area


For this method there are three measurements to collect when calibrating a boom sprayer, these are:

1. The forward speed of the machine in km per hour (kph)

2. The output per minute of the sprayer in litres

3. The nozzle spacing

You will also need the total areato be sprayed in hectares.



• Put on your PPE • Partly fill the spray tank with water

1. To check the forward speed of the machine –

• measure a distance of 100 metres and place a marker at each end.• select an appropriate gear and set the engine speed.• maintain a constant forward speed.• time the distance to travel 100m in seconds.



The calculation is:

360 the time to travel 100m = X kilometres per hour

if it takes 60 seconds to cover 100m the calculation would be:360 60 = 6 k/h

‘360’ is a constant figure (seconds in an hour) to enable the speed calculation to work!)



2. To measure the output of the sprayer

• make a note of the operating pressure in PSI or Bar• turn on the sprayer: using a large measuring jug collect the

water sprayed from nozzle one for exactly 1 minute.• repeat this three more times collecting water from nozzles

on each part of the boom.• then take an average of the four nozzle outputs

e.g. an average of 1.5 litres/min



• measure the spray width achieved by the sprayer at the distance it will be applied above the crop, ensuring the correct amount of overlap for the type of nozzle being used.

3. To ascertain the spray width –


E.g. Flat fan requiring a 30% overlap to achieve 100% coverage


600 x nozzle output D = total output G Forward speed F x nozzle spacing C

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.

To calculate the output of the sprayer per hectare:



Example :

600 x 1.5 (output D l/m) = 300 (volume G l/ha )6 (speed F kph) x 0.5 (width Cm)

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 300 litres of water per hectare will actually be 5 litres of chemical and 295 litres of water to makeup the overall 300 litres of spray per hectare.



How much pesticide concentrate is required to spray the area?

dose rate E (l/ha) x spray area H (ha) = concentrate J (l)

e.g. 5 x 5 = 25 litres of pesticide concentrate (J)

How much water and pesticide is required?

Sprayer application rate G (l/ha) x spray area H (ha)

e.g. 300 x 5 = 1,500 litres (K) of water and pesticide



How many tanks are required to cover the area?

volume of liquid required K (l)

tank capacity B (l)

e.g. Total volume K 1,500 = 1.87 tanks L

tank capacity B 800

That is one full tank, and 0.87 of a tank



How much pesticide concentrate is required for each full tank?

Total volume pesticide J for area H

number of tanks L

e.g. 25__ = 13.36 litres of pesticide concentrate N

1.87

How much concentrate is required for each part tank?

pesticide for the full tank N x part tank size M

e.g. 13.36 x 0.87 = 11.62 litres of concentrate for the part tank



How much water and pesticide is required for the part tank?

Tank capacity B x part tank size M

e.g. 800 x 0.87 = 696 litres

water and pesticide concentrate



Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5 - recap of calculations

To practise for the assessment, you are going to calculate:

1. the amount of water Q required for a specified area H

2. the amount of pesticide J required for a specified area H

3. the amount of water P required for a full tank

4. the amount of pesticide N required for a full tank



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:


Assessment criteria 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 and 4.7 - recap of calculations

Tank capacity: B = 800 litres

Nozzle output: D 1.5 l/min

Nozzle spacing: C 0.5 metres

Time for 100 metres: A 60 seconds

Pesticide dose rate: E 5 l/ha(from pesticide label)

Area to be sprayed: H 5 ha



Machine Speed (F) = 360 ÷ Time for 100 metres (A)

A = 60 seconds F = 360 ÷ 60 = 6 kph

Sprayer Application rate (G) in l/ha(Total volume of water and pesticide to spray 1 hectare) Nozzle output D x 600 ÷ Speed F (KPH) ÷ nozzle spacing C = G

1.5 x 600 ÷ 6 ÷ 0.5 = 300 l/ha G (water and pesticide)



To calculate the amount of pesticide J needed to spray area H:

Pesticide Dose Rate E (l/ha) x Area to be Sprayed H (ha)

5 x 5 = 25 litres J (pesticide)

Total volume K (water and pesticide) needed to spray area H:

Sprayer Application rate G (l/ha) x Area to be Sprayed H (ha)

300 x 5 = 1500 litres K (water and pesticide)

To calculate the amount of water Q needed to spray area H:

Total volume K – Pesticide J = Water Q

1500 litres – 25 litres = 1475 litres water Q



To find the number of tanks required to spray area H

Total volume K (water and pesticide) = number of tanks LTank capacity B

1500 litres = 1.875 tanks i.e. 1 full tank and 0.875 part tank 800

Amount of Pesticide N needed for a FULL tank

Tank capacity B x Dose Rate E ÷ Sprayer Application rate G = amount of pesticide N

N = 800 x 5 ÷ 300 = 13.33 litres

Amount of water P needed for a FULL tank :Tank capacity B – pesticide N = amount of water P

P = 20,000 - 533 = 786.67 litres



Volume of liquid (water and pesticide) R for part tank

= tank capacity B x part tank M = 800 x 0.875 = 700 litres

Amount of Pesticide S needed for a part tank M

= pesticide for full tank N x part tank M = 13.33 x 0.875 = 11.66 litres

Amount of water T needed for part tank M

= total volume R – pesticide S = 700 – 11.66 = 688.34 litres

Outcome 5. Be able to operate the application equipment to apply pesticides on own land

• demonstrate accurate measurement of pesticide for all machines.

• for sprayers and wick applicators the Assessor will require you to measure/weigh and add quantities required for the area specified in 4.5.

Assessment criterion 5.1 Measure or weigh the required quantities

of pesticide and water and add to the sprayer /application equipment

During your practical assessment you will be required to:


For all machines (including wick applicators, slug pellet applicators and granular applicators, ONLY if these are being assessed)

During your practical assessment you will be required to:

• describe one possible method of marking out the site to achieve

accurate application

• explain the appropriate procedure to follow when the

sprayer/application equipment needs refilling part way through

an application (if applicable)

• demonstrate how to operate the machine correctly

Assessment criteria 5.2 Demonstrate safe and accurate application procedures


For Sprayers

During your practical assessment you will be required to: • explain the appropriate procedure to follow when a nozzle

restrictor or nozzle becomes blocked during an application (if

applicable)

• apply pesticide to treat a specified area appropriate to your normal

work situation and sufficient enough to demonstrate safe and

accurate application procedures

air assisted sprayers only

• state what to do if the air assistance system fails (if applicable)

Assessment criteria 5.2 Demonstrate safe and accurate application procedures


For all machines :You will be required to demonstrate that you can carry out all activities protecting human health and the environment throughout the assessment

Assessment criteria 5.3 Carry out all activities protecting human health and the environment


As part of your practical assessment you will be required to complete a treatment record like this one in your workbook:

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.

Assessment criteria 5.4 Complete a treatment record

Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post -operational procedures

You will be asked to explain how to deal with ONE OF EACH of the following:

Assessment criterion 6.1 Explain how to manage surplus pesticide and dispose of waste material arising from pesticide application

• Surplus concentrate,

• dilute pesticide,

• containers and;

• packaging

Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post- operational procedures

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



Write in your workbook:

ONE method of dealing with containers:

• triple rinsed• placed in secure storage until disposal• returned to supplier• collected by a licensed waste disposal contractor

ONE method of dealing with waste packaging:

• thoroughly emptied• placed in secure storage until disposal• collected by a licensed waste disposal contractor


Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post -operational procedures

You will be asked to describe how to clean and decontaminate the sprayer/application equipment (and if applicable the prime mover) after use:

Assessment criterion 6.2 Describe how to clean and decontaminate the sprayer/application equipment and, if applicable, the prime mover

Some factors to consider when cleaning them are listed on the next slide; write THREE of them in your workbook:


• select and use appropriate PPE

• select an appropriate site

• thorough washing with water and suitable additive (if applicable)

• internal and external surfaces

• use of in-built wash systems if provided

• care to ensure contamination ‘hot-spots’ are clean

• thorough flushing of systems

• safe disposal of contaminated washings when cleaning should take place

• safe procedures followed

Assessment criterion 6.2 Describe how to clean and decontaminate the sprayer/application equipment and, if applicable, the prime mover


You will be asked to describe two factors to consider prior to storing the sprayer/application equipment:

Assessment criterion 6.3 Describe the storage requirements for the sprayer/application equipment

Outcome 6. Understand how to carry out post-operational procedures

Write TWO factors in your workbook: • ensure the sprayer/applicator is clean and dry• inspect for wear and damage• replace any worn or damaged parts• ensure system is drained and any valves left in appropriate

positions• lubricate as required• store undercover and out of direct sunlight• store in a secure area

For sprayers only – if appropriate, draw antifreeze through the system, particularly the pump

Assessment criterion 6.3 Describe the storage requirements for the sprayer/application equipment

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