Rodenticides & Pest Control

What has changed when purchasing rodenticide?

On 1st January 2018, new legislation was introduced regarding the use of rodenticides. The legislation restricts the pack size that non-professional users can purchase. Non-professional users are classed as those who have not undergone relevant training or are not part of an approved farm assurance scheme.

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Apply for a CRRU approved LANTRA certificate - this can be completed online click here for the AHDB Rodent Control Hub and follow the instructions to proceed with your training.

On 1st March 2018, new legislation was introduced regarding the sale of rodenticides. The legislation restricts the pack size that non-professional users can purchase. Non-professional users are classed as those who have not undergone relevant training or are not part of an approved farm assurance scheme.

Since the 1st March 2018, amateur packs have been reduced to a maximum pack size of 300g as follows;

Wholegrain bait for rats and mice: 150g per pack

Pasta bait for rats and mice: 150g per pack

Block bait for rats and mice: 300g per pack

This is course is free to complete (approx. 3-4 hours) and leads to a LANTRA approved exam which carries a cost of £50+VAT, chargeable for each attempt at the exam. A numbered certificate is then sent out in the post.

For more information visit www.skillspassport.org and view their courses. Alternatively speak to a member of staff in-store about training which may be available in your area.