PA (Pesticide Application) certification is keenly checked by farm auditors and inspectors, and with a wide range of spray application equipment used on farm, and a wide range of PA certificates to match, it can sometimes be tricky to ensure you are being fully compliant.
To help, BASIS and City & Guilds have put together a clear guide, detailing what certification is needed for different spray equipment.
Exemptions to PA requirements
You may not require PA certification if:
- you were previously exempt under Grandfather Rights, only apply PPPs (plant protection products) to land you own or rent, and have completed a Certificate of Competence
- for the purpose of training only, you are working under the direct supervision of a correctly certified operator.
