Safe Application of Pesticide Mists, Fogs and Smokes (PA9)

This qualification is designed specifically for those who apply pesticides in mist, fog or smoke form as part of their daily role.

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PA9 units for fogging, misting and/or smokes:

PA9a Applying Pesticide Mists, less than 100 Microns VMD Indoors

PA9b Applying Pesticide Mists, less than 100 Microns VMD Outdoors

PA9c Applying Pesticide Fogs, less than 100 Microns VMD Indoors

PA9d Applying Pesticide Smokes Indoors (PA9D)

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The course will cover:

• Basics of fog/mist/smoke application

• Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment

• The working principles of the applicator

• Preparation of the applicator for work

• Calibration in practice

• Mixing, filling and site work

• Decontamination and storage

• Fault finding and conclusions

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