COURSE DETAILS

Training Course Type

  • On-site training and assessment

Novice Training Course Duration

2-day training and level 2 Assessment 

Novice Candidate Numbers

4

Card Options

  • 5-year LANTRA Awards traditional card & certificate

Minimum Age

16

Instructor

Tuppco Instructors

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INFORMATION

  • What is the boom sprayer qualification?

    Since 2015, anyone buying a pesticide authorised for professional use must make sure it is applied either by the holder of a relevant certificate, or by someone working under the direct supervision of a certificate holder. This qualification was developed in direct response to that legal requirement and covers the safe application of pesticides using vehicle-mounted boom sprayer equipment. Learners must have already completed the Principles of the Safe Use and Application of Pesticides unit.

  • What does the Tuppco training course include?
    • The regulations regarding safe use of pesticides
    • Pesticide product information
    • Hazards and risks associated with pesticides
    • Personal safety when using boom sprayer equipment
    • Measures to deal with pesticide poisoning
    • Safe working practices
    • Requirements for protected areas
    • Environmental risks and protection of wildlife
    • How to deal with incidents
    • Factors to consider when applying pesticides with vehicle-mounted boom sprayers
  • Venue and Equipment Requirements:
    • Tractor boom sprayer and pesticide simulator
    • Area of ground to demonstrate equipment (approx. 200m x 200m), with a minimum spray area of 100m x 100m
    • Suitable classroom area that is warm, dry and well lit
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual (MOM) for the sprayer
    • PPE: face shield (EN 166), Type 5/6 coveralls, nitrile gloves (EN 374/EN 388), unlined rubber wellingtons, apron for mixing, and suitable RPE with a good face seal
    • Calibration kit: stopwatch, tape measures (2m and 25m), marker poles or cones, measuring jugs and wind speed indicator
    • Example pesticide labels, containers, and storage, treatment and disposal records
  • Theory assessment
    • Theory based questions
  • Practical assessment criteria

    Practical assessment on the boom sprayer

  • Where can Tuppco deliver onsite training courses?

    Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Objective Of The Course

The objective of the Level 2 Boom Sprayer course with TUPPCO Training is to give operators the knowledge, understanding and practical skills to apply pesticides safely and accurately using vehicle-mounted boom sprayer equipment, protecting people, wildlife and the environment while complying with current legislation.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand the legislation and codes of practice covering professional pesticide use
  • Read and interpret pesticide product labels and information
  • Identify hazards and risks to operators, the public and the environment
  • Set up, calibrate and operate a boom sprayer safely and accurately
  • Apply the requirements for protected areas, LERAP and wildlife protection
  • Know how to respond to incidents, spills and pesticide poisoning

By the end of the course, learners will be prepared to apply pesticides with a boom sprayer safely, responsibly and in line with legal requirements.

What Will Be Awarded?

Upon successful completion of the course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive a nationally recognised Lantra Awards qualification confirming their competence in applying pesticides using vehicle-mounted boom sprayer equipment.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Lantra Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides using Vehicle Mounted Boom Sprayer Equipment
  • Competence in boom sprayer set-up, calibration and application
  • Understanding of risk assessment, environmental protection and legal compliance
  • Practical demonstration of safe boom sprayer use
  • Nationally recognised certification
Who the Award Is For:

Suitable for those new to the job, operators already established in a pesticide-based role, and anyone working at technician, supervisory or management level.

How Long The Course Can Take?

The Level 2 Boom Sprayer course with course with TUPPCO Training is typically delivered over 2 days and combines theory with practical work on the sprayer.

Course Duration Overview:
  • Total training time: [confirm]
  • Covers legislation, product labels, risk assessment, sprayer calibration, application and incident response
  • Delivered by experienced TUPPCO Training instructors
  • Flexible delivery at your farm, estate or workplace
Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training delivers this boom sprayer course directly at your farm or business, using your own tractor and sprayer. Training on your own equipment means operators learn calibration and application on the machine they’ll actually use.

Why On-Site Training Works:
  1. Tailored to Your Site: Training reflects your own sprayer, crops and land.
  2. Flexible Scheduling: Courses arranged around the spraying season and farm workload.
  3. Hands-On Practical Skills: Operators practise set-up, calibration and safe application.
  4. Cost-Effective: On-site delivery reduces travel and venue costs.
  5. Expert Instructors: Trainers bring practical experience and up-to-date regulatory knowledge.
Who Can Benefit:
  • Farmers and arable staff
  • Agricultural contractors
  • Estate and land management teams
  • Anyone operating a tractor-mounted boom sprayer

TUPPCO Training delivers this course anywhere in the UK, including the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.

FAQs

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  • Do I receive a certificate & skills card?

    Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.

  • What areas do we cover?
    Tuppco delivers NPORS, LANTRA and Qualsafe on-site training across a variety of locations to meet the needs of businesses in the Southwest, Midlands and Southeast areas of the UK. The areas include Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Sussex, Kent.
  • Where Do We Deliver Training?

    Tuppco delivers professional training across a wide range of industries, including construction, land-based, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, engineering, and office-based businesses. Training can be provided at various venues to suit client needs, including on-site at company premises. This flexible approach allows Tuppco to tailor training delivery to different working environments and operational requirements.

  • Who delivers the training?

    Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.

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