The Farming Express July2 | Page 3

Remember November? From November 2015 if you are a user of aluminium phosphide for the control of rats, moles and rabbits, you will need to have an accredited certificate to demonstrate you can use it safely. Additionally anyone who purchases it must ensure that the user is certified. RSPH has introduced the Level 2 Award in using Aluminium Phosphide Safely for the Management of Vertebrate Pests to get you ready for the deadline. Key features  This qualification consists of a theory based unit assessed by a short exam and a competence unit assessed by practical exercises.  RSPH approved centres can assess their own candidates meaning there is no need for you or the centre to find an assessor following the course.  Once you gain the qualification your details (with approval) will be passed on to Register of Find your nearest RSPH approved centre by visiting www.rsph.org.uk/qualifications Accredited Metallic Phosphide Standards (RAMPS) Interested in becoming a centre? supported by: Call us on 0207 265 7300 or email [email protected] Ofqual accredited and approved by the Chemicals Regulation Directorate as a specified certificate under the Plant Protection Products Regulations 2012