The National Register of Sprayer Operators (NRoSO) has announced an important change for the 2025/26 membership year. From September 2025, members will now be required to collect 11 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points each year, up from the previous requirement of 10.
This adjustment is designed to strengthen professional standards across the industry, ensuring sprayer operators remain up to date with the latest regulations, safety practices and environmental considerations.
Why has the requirement increased?
The rise in CPD points reflects the growing emphasis on:
- Environmental protection – ensuring operators minimise spray drift and safeguard watercourses.
- Health and safety compliance – keeping operators and the wider public safe when handling chemicals.
- Regulatory updates – staying aligned with national and international standards on pesticide use.
In short, the change highlights the industry’s commitment to professionalism and ongoing learning.
How can you gain your CPD points?
NRoSO points can be collected through approved training courses, workshops, and industry events. At Newlands Training we offer a wide range of courses specifically designed to help you meet the new requirement:
- PA1 – Safe Use of Pesticides (2 points)
- PA2 – Tractor-mounted Sprayers (3 points)
- PA6 – Hand-held Applicators (2 points)p>
- Advanced Chemical Handling Updates (up to 4 points)
These courses are practical, industry-recognised, and delivered by experienced trainers who understand the challenges faced by operators in the field.
Why plan ahead?
With the new rules coming into force in September 2025, it’s important to schedule your training early. Courses can fill quickly, particularly during the busy spray seasons, and planning now ensures you won’t be left chasing last-minute points at the end of your membership year.
Supporting your professional development
By choosing Newlands Training, you not only meet your CPD requirement but also gain valuable knowledge to make day-to-day spraying safer, more efficient and more environmentally responsible.
