Arable
Amateur-use and professional-use products
Amateur use
Users of pesticides that are approved for amateur use in the home, garden or allotment, for example, do not require specific training or a certificate of competence.
The label will be worded in a way to make it easily understood so that the product can be used safely.
These products are most likely to be found in the local garden centre, DIY store or supermarket. They are often supplied ready to use.
Professional use
Pesticides, such as those used on farms or in public areas, are approved for use in much larger commercial situations.
The labels of these ‘professional’ products can be more complicated and, by law, must only be used by those who have had the appropriate training and hold the correct certificate of competence.
Professional products should never be used by the untrained amateur gardener.
Activity: Can amateur (home/garden) products be used in areas outside of this area, for example in areas generally accessed by the public? Give reasons for your answer.
Activity: Can a professional product be used in a home garden situation? Give reasons for your answer.
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