Pesticide Applicator Recertification Courses
October 29 & 30 , 2010
12 credits to choose from!
Olds College will again be offering several sessions for credit towards your Pesticide Applicator recertification.
Agenda to be finalized soon!
Do the Math *New for 2010*
Hone your math skills to make sure your application rates are correct! Bullseye Environmental will help you practice conversions and other pesticide related calculations and demonstrate why it’s so important to get it right the first time!
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Application Technology for Aerial, Agriculture, Industrial, Landscape, Forestry, Structural and Greenhouse classifications
Get the Drift? *New for 2010*
What is pesticide drift? How does it affect the Urban-Rural Interface? Discuss concerns surrounding pesticide drift and discover what you can do to minimize the risk.
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Application Technology for Agriculture, Industrial, Landscape, Forestry Classifications
Effective Use of Personal Protective Equipment for Pesticide Application
Spray Safe! Philip Massier of Bullseye Environmental will demonstrate the effective use of personal protective equipment for pesticide application. Learn about the various options of personal protective equipment and see how proper fit and appropriate choice of equipment can greatly affect your protection from pesticide exposure.
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Human Health and Pesticide Safety for all classifications
Environmentally Friendly Pesticides? *New for 2010*
Some new pesticides claim to be more environmentally friendly. Are these products truly better for the environment? Join Philip Massier to discuss these claims and the effects of these pesticides on the environment.
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Environment for all classifications
Legislative Updates
Change is rampant when it comes to issues involving the environment. Join Philip Massier of Bullseye Environmental as he reviews and updates you on the regulations regarding Pesticide Application.
Fee: $69 + GST
2 credits in Regulations for all classifications
Nozzles for Effective and Safe Pesticide Application
Are you using the right nozzle? Nozzle choice affects your calibration as well as the effectiveness of your pesticide application. Save money by making the right choice. Phillip Massier will demonstrate the use of a variety of nozzles.
Fee: $69 + GST
2 credits in Application Technology for Agriculture, Industrial, Landscape, Forestry, Structural and Greenhouse classifications
Regaining Public Confidence *New for 2010*
What are “Cosmetic Pesticides”? Why are they being banned? Explore this topic with Don Hay of the City of Calgary and discuss some ways the industry can work to regain the public’s confidence in safe pesticide use.
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Professionalism for all classifications
Safe Storage of Pesticides
Impacts of pesticides on your health and safety are not only from the application process. Discuss the methods of safe storage and protect yourself.
Fee: $39 + GST
1 credit in Health & Safety for all classifications
Weed Identification 2010 *New for 2010*
Here’s an opportunity to test your skill at weed identification. Dr. Bubar will review 25 weeds, some that are fairly common and others that are a little more elusive.
Fee: $69 + GST
2 credits in Pest Management for Aerial, Agriculture, Industrial, Landscape, and Forestry classifications
Note: We are offering 12 credits during this Recertification session. You are welcome to register for all sessions however Alberta Environment will only give you your maximum 10 credits allowed per year.
Registration Information
Location: Olds College
Date: Friday - Saturday, October 29 & 30, 2010
Fee: $39 - $69 + GST per course
To Register : Call Isabelle at 1-800-661-6537 ext. 4677 or fax Registration Form to (403) 556-4711.
