Aluminium Phosphide (PA-AP)

The Safe Use of Aluminium Phosphide for Vertebrate Pest Control

Aluminium phosphide is a dangerous compound which can be hazardous to the health and safety of users, the general public and non-target animals, if used incorrectly. Our course will provide you with a full working knowledge of the relevant commercial products and application equipment. It’s ideal for anyone using aluminium phosphide in a commercial environment, such as pest control operatives, farmers, gamekeepers, and greenkeepers.

Who is it for?

Our course is suitable for anyone wishing to control vertebrates using aluminium phosphide in a commercial environment. This course will help candidates develop their knowledge of health and safety requirements, and prepare them for the City & Guilds/NPTC assessment ‘Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Aluminium Phosphide for Vertebrate Pest Control’ (PA-AP)

Course content

  • Legislation and codes of practice
  • Health and Safety, exposure prevention, and PPE
  • Contamination recognition and procedures
  • Product label interpretation including use, storage, and transportation
  • Applicator use and application procedures 
  • Target and non-target species
  • Management and disposal of surplus product and waste materials
  • Environmental risks
  • Record keeping

Course summary

Title: Aluminium Phosphide for Vertebrate Pest Control

Course Code: City & Guilds PA-AP

Assessment: Level 2, independently assessed

Duration: 2-days (including assessment)

Cost: £335+VAT per person to include training, City & Guilds/NPTC assessment, and certificate

Learners will require…

  • PPE:
    • Full-face respiratory (EN136) with a single or combination B2/P3 filter (EN14387B1), or equivalent
    • nitrile gloves
    • coverall (type 5 or 6)
    • work boots
  • Metal probe (pricker/dibber – to find runs or burrows)
  • Spade

Availability