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Sprayer Test To NSTS Standard
The Sustainable Use Directive (SUD) requires that all pesticide application equipment (PAE) is tested on a regular basis*
Any machine applying pesticides must be tested by the relevant dates. Timescales of test vary depending on type and size of equipment.
Boom sprayers over 3 metres wide, air blast sprayers, train and aircraft sprayers (includes Livestock Assurance Schemes)
1. First test due before the sprayer is 5 years old
2. Re-test every 3 years
Boom sprayers 3 metres and under and other types of PAE to include slug pellet applicators, micro-granular applicators, weed wipers, seed treatment and other specialist application equipment
1. First test due before the machine is 5 years old
2. Re-test every 6 years
Knapsack, handheld and pedestrian equipment
1. Do not require a formal test but need to be inspected by a competent person
2. Make any repairs necessary
3. Keep a record of the inspection – a checklist is available HERE
Crops and Fresh Produce Assurance Scheme requirements
1. Annual testing for sprayers over 3 metres and air blast sprayers
2. Annual testing of micro-granular nematicide applicators
3. All other equipment to SUD requirements
*The legal requirements are contained in the Plant Protection Products (Sustainable Use) Regulations 2012
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