Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs



		NPTC Pesticide Application Developments NPTC have now launched the new suite of Pesticide Application Units.

		New Qualification - Health and Safety in Agriculture / Horticulture NPTC, in conjunction with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has developed new Level 2 and 3 Certificates in Agriculture / Horticulture.

		New Qualifications for the Pig Industry NPTC, together with the support of AgSkills, National Pig Association (NPA) and the British Pig Executive (BPEX), has completed development of a new framework of qualifications for those working in the pig industry.

		Important News Regarding NPTC Chainsaw Certification NPTC have given notice that from 1st October 2005, they will no longer be able to accept applications for certificates for old series Chainsaw and Related Operations assessments.

		New Chainsaw Units on their way Following changing trends and demand from industry, NPTC are in the process of developing a number of additional new units to complement the existing Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw and Related Operations.



	The Scottish Skills Testing Service The Scottish Skills Testing Service was formed in 1986 after legislation regarding the application of pesticides was passed. The service continues the work of the Scottish Association of Young Farmers traditional Farm Craft Skills Testing. We are currently one of the main NPTC Assessment Centres working in Scotland, offering a wide range of assessments, enabling candidates to achieve NPTC Certificates of Competence. The accredited NPTC Certificates of Competence offered by the Scottish Skills Testing Service demonstrate that the successful candidates have experience, technical knowledge and ability/ skills which have been independently and reliably assessed to the recognised national standard. The Service is governed by the Scottish Skills Testing Council which is made up of representatives from SAYFC Council, NFUS, Forestry Industry, SQA, Local Authorities, FE Colleges and Training Providers. SSTS still remains a subsidiary of the Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs.