What is NSTS Based on AEA Sprayer Testing Scheme – launched in 1997 NSTS Launched in January 2003 – as part of the VI Test on pesticide application equipment Mirrors or exceeds EN13790 Minor updates to comply with EN16122

NATIONAL SPRAYER TESTING SCHEME STAFF Angie MullinsAdministrator Ian FormanAssistant Manager Duncan RussellManager Based at AEA Offices in Peterborough Now testing almost 16,000 sprayers annually Of which 778 are machines working in amenity Delegated body to test sprayers in UK for Sustainable Use Directive

What does the test cover Delivery system – pipes, fittings, joints Controls – main on/off, boom, Control functions Pressure gauge – accuracy Spray lines – pipework and fittings, section pressures Nozzles – spray pattern, outputs to within +/- 10% Additional systems – induction hoppers etc. Guards and transmissions parts Structure and booms

Why get involved with NSTS Shows commitment to good practice Meets industry protocols Complies with Sustainable Use Directive Helps ensure accurate and on target pesticide application Reduces costly downtime Helps ensure safety for operators and the environment Helps reduce bystander exposure

NSTS helps meet some of the 10 ‘The Golden Rules’ Number 5 – Maintain Application Equipment Number 6 – Minimise use Number 7 – Protect workers and public Number 8 – Water protection

Which machines are covered by NSTS

SUSTAINABLE USE DIRECTIVE Requires All Vehicle Mounted/Ride on Pesticide Application Equipment to be tested by 26 th November 2016 NSTS test satisfies SUD requirements Delegated body for testing PAE in UK

Do these machines require testing?

Knapsack, hand-held and pedestrian controlled Do not require testing under SUD Can and are tested by NSTS Alternatively they need to be inspected by a competent operator and results of inspection and any maintenance carried out must be recorded.

How do I get my sprayer tested Visit the NSTS website Choose your nearest or preferred Test Centre Arrange a mutually convenient time to have the machine tested Machine examiner registers the result with NSTS Fixes decal to machine stating PASS and showing date of test Leaves copy of Test report form for machine owners records Any repairs required can usually be done by the Machine Examiner

How much does the test cost The NSTS is commercial at the point of use Simply a cost per hour x time taken There is a registration fee for each machine tested Any spares or repairs are additional to the cost of testing Machines can be pre-prepared for the test Test can be carried out at machine owners site

NSTS Website

Choose your region

Enter post code SE1 2AA

Find your Test Report

Secure – Verification Body Information – Test Report

Can we become a NSTS sprayer test centre NSTS has 360 test access points covering the UK To become a test centre you need Join NSTS Equipment Qualified machine examiners Listed on NSTS website NSTS do not allocate areas nor dictate price to be charged

Summary NSTS – Helps ensure operator safety environmental safety Accurate, on-target application Reduces costly breakdowns Easy access to sprayer specialist and qualified machine examiners Carried out on your site Commercial at point of use

Thank You Further details available from - Ian Forman NSTS Assistant Manager