Boom Sprayers

Course Description

Boom sprayers — both hydraulic nozzle and rotary atomiser types — are essential pieces of equipment in agriculture, horticulture and land management. Safe and effective use requires specific knowledge of calibration, legislation and best practice. This one day course will guide you through the safe operation of a boom sprayer, preparing you for the relevant Lantra Awards Level 2 qualification. Pre-requisite: Safe Use of Pesticides or equivalent. Learning outcomes include: understanding the legislative and safety regulations relating to boom sprayer use; identifying and describing how boom sprayers work; selecting appropriate nozzles; achieving the required spray quality; carrying out pre-start checks; calibrating the boom sprayer accurately; mixing and filling safely; operating the sprayer safely and efficiently; ensuring the sprayer is tested regularly and maintained in good working order; preventing environmental hazards; and decontaminating and storing equipment. Suitable for those using vehicle-mounted or trailed boom sprayers in agriculture, horticulture and land management. You must be able to competently operate and drive the relevant vehicle to attend this course. Assessment: This course is a Lantra Awards non-assessed course followed by assessment through a Lantra Awards qualification, whereby successful candidates will receive a Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticide Using a Boom Sprayer.