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Pest Control Formulations and Applications

Looking to deepen your understanding of formulations and active ingredients to advance your pest management skills?

Aimed at those already working in pest control who now wish to gain a more in-depth knowledge of pesticides, this one-day online classroom course is perfect for furthering their studies.

The course will use a mix of presentations, breakout sessions and interactive discussions. 

BPCA Registered CPD Points: 6.5
Basis Prompt points: TBC

Advanced

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Online virtual classroom

1 day (10.00am-4.30pm)

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Overview

Delegates will gain a general understanding and comprehension of the topics covered, which will include:

  • Insecticide active materials
  • Rodenticide active materials
  • Insecticide formulations
  • Rodenticide formulations
  • Standard application equipment.

Upon completion of the course, delegates will: 

  • Better understand how active materials affect target species
  • Be able to make informed decisions around the most effective formulation and application type for a given scenario.

While not mandatory, we advise that to get the most out of this course, delegates attending should already be qualified to a minimum of Level Two Award in Pest Management (or equivalent) and have a working knowledge of pest control environments. 

Delivery

This is a one-day virtual classroom course. 9 am to 4.30 pm.

The course will use a mix of presentations and interactive sessions.

The course will be delivered as an online classroom training course using the Zoom platform.  As in a classroom environment, candidates will be encouraged to engage in discussions, share experiences and ask questions.

There will be regular breaks throughout the day, including lunch. Please take advantage of these breaks to move away from your device and move around a little, as this will help you maintain focus throughout the day.

To take part in the session, you will need:

• Computer, laptop or tablet
• Internet connection.

Please note: Smartphones will work, however the session is not optimised for very small screens.

Slides from the training will NOT be available, so please ensure that you have pens and paper to enable you to take your own notes.

Assessments

There is no assessment for this course.

Upon completion of this course, you will receive a BPCA Certificate of Completion in Formulations and Applications.

If you are on BPCA Registered you will earn 6.5 CPD points for completing the course.

If you are on Basis Prompt, you will receive TBC CPD points for completing the course.

Fees

The online course fee includes access to the course and all handouts. 

  Including VAT Excluding VAT
Members £132.00 £110.00
Non-members £160.00 £133.00

Cancellation Terms:

Course cancellations will only be accepted on receipt of written instruction and are effective from the date received by the BPCA.

  • More than 15 working days prior to course: No charge
  • 15 working days or less: 100% of fee.
Trainer

Alex-Wade-training-page

Alex Wade has a scientific background and is highly regarded throughout the industry for his detailed knowledge of biology and animal behaviour.

His areas of expertise include biology, toxicology (specifically around rodenticides and insecticides) and general research and development.