Agronomy
NRoSO Annual Update
Assessment type
Training only (attendance)
Minimum duration
0.5 Day
Course delivery
Training
Description
The NRoSO Annual Update course enables registered members of the National Register of Sprayer Operators (NRoSO) to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) by completing an approved annual update event.
Each year, the course content is developed around the current NRoSO syllabus and focuses on topical issues affecting professional pesticide users. Subjects may include changes to legislation, application technology, environmental protection, stewardship initiatives, integrated pest management (IPM), operator safety, equipment developments and current best practice. As the syllabus is reviewed annually, course content will vary from year to year to ensure delegates receive the latest industry guidance and information.
Who Should Attend?
- NRoSO-registered sprayer operators.
- Farmers and farm managers.
- Agricultural contractors.
- Crop sprayer operators.
- Estate and grounds management personnel.
- Anyone requiring NRoSO CPD points to maintain their registration.
What You Will Learn
The subjects covered will vary each year in accordance with the approved NRoSO Annual Update syllabus and may include:
- Changes to legislation and industry guidance.
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- Environmental protection and stewardship.
- Pesticide application technology.
- Spray drift reduction and best practice.
- Equipment inspection and maintenance.
- Operator health and safety.
- Water protection and sustainable pesticide use.
- New technologies and industry developments.
- Current issues affecting professional pesticide users.
Practical Training
- Reviewing current industry guidance and best practice.
- Participating in discussions based on the annual update topics.
- Working through practical examples and case studies.
- Applying updated guidance to typical spraying operations.
- Sharing experiences and lessons learned from practical situations.
Assessment
Assessment requirements are determined by the approved NRoSO Annual Update programme for the relevant year. Delegates are expected to actively participate throughout the course and meet any attendance or assessment requirements specified for the annual update event.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the approved NRoSO Annual Update, delegates will receive the appropriate NRoSO Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for that year's programme in accordance with current NRoSO requirements.
Entry Requirements
Delegates should be registered members of the National Register of Sprayer Operators (NRoSO) or be intending to register. Delegates should possess a sufficient understanding of spoken and written English to fully participate in the course.
Course Duration
Course duration is determined by the approved NRoSO Annual Update programme for the relevant year. As the syllabus and topics are reviewed annually, the duration and content may vary to reflect current industry priorities and NRoSO requirements.