Spraying - PA11 Seed Cleaning and dressing, Application course.

A one day course for those who wishing to develop seed dressing and cleaning techniques, as well as gain the NPTC PA 11, Seed cleaning and dressings, application certificate of competency.

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It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

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Pre Course Requirements:- Delegates mush hold or have been trained in PA1 Safe Use and Handling of Chemicals 

Course Certification:- NPTC

Course Length:- One day +  3-4 Hour assessment

Course Times:- 9.30AM to 4.30PM

Instructor:- Various.

Cost:- These courses are run as in house courses to suit the client. Price on application

Venue:- To suit client.

Maximum number of delegates:- 3-6 depending on Covid-19 restrictions.

Course content: 

  • Safe operating practice.
  • Fault finding.
  • Preparation of equipment. 
  • Post operation maintenance. 
  • Setting and testing application rate. 
  • Site work.

As a result of this courses, participants will be able to: 

  • Use seed dressings safely, applied with appropriate application equipment. 
  • Identify and select equipment and carry out machine calibration. 
  • Operate equipment within legislation and codes of practice. 
  • Clean equipment and dispose of unwanted pesticides and containers. 
  • Identify and rectify faults and recognize when dressing is inadvisable. 
  • Handle and label treated seed packaging safely Complete necessary records.

To book your place on a course, or for more information, simply contact us.

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