Aerial application
Growsafe no longer offers specific certificates for those undertaking aerial application of agrichemicals. However, NZS 8409:2021 Management of agrichemicals is a core reference for aerial applicators.
Groundcrew
Ground crew support aerial operations in the agricultural sector and are responsible for ground operations such as mixing and loading of the aircraft. There are no specific training requirements set out in regulatory requirements but there is a general requirement for training in the safe use of hazardous substances under the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Pilot Chemical Rating
Pilots who apply agrichemicals from helicopters or fixed wing aircraft must hold a
Pilot Chemical Rating issued by a training organisation accredited by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
UAV operators
If you wish to apply agrichemicals from a UAV (drone) then you will need to hold
Part 102 certification issued by the CAA.