Programme Name |
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Mechanical Pesticide Application QQI Level 5, 5N20435 |
Programme Code |
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5N20435 |
Programme Aim |
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The aim of this programme is to equip learners with the knowledge, skill and competency to achieve a QQI Level 5 Mechanical Pesticide Application 5N20435. On completion learners will be able to identify legislative requirements in relation to the use of pesticide, demonstrating understanding of the principles of application by being capable of using a range of pesticide applicators including a boom sprayer, slug pellet applicator and a propelled weedlickers safety, using required PPE, setting up and calibrating correctly and completing all relevant required paperwork. |
Duration |
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3 Days |
Credit Value |
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5 Credits |
Progression |
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Major Award in Horiculture 5M2586 |
Specific Entry/Access and Exemptions Requirements |
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A learner seeking entry to a programme leading to awards at level 5 does not need a previous formal qualification. HCT would highly recommend that learners have achieved some certification at Level 4 or have relevant work/life experience |
Certification |
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QQI Level 5 in Mechanical Pesticide Application |
Assessment |
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80% Skills Demonstration, 20% Examination |
Programme Content |
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- Mechanically propelled equipment
for application of plant protection
products
- Principles or Application
- The workings of a boom sprayer
- Principles of a machines mounted
slug pellet applicator
- Trailed weedlick
- Legislative requirements
- Interpret pesticide labels
- Prepare boom sprayer for work
- Prepare Mechanically propelled
weed licker
- Prepare Slug Pellets
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