What is BASIS?

BASIS is an independent organisation set up at the suggestion of the UK Government in 1978 to establish and assess standards in the pesticide industry relating to storage, transport and competence of staff ....read more

In practice this means that BASIS;

- Offers a range of examinations and recognised qualifications for people working in the pesticides, fertiliser and related sectors;

- Operates an annual inspection scheme to audit pesticide stores and ensure their operation presents minimal risk to people and the environment;

- Manages the Professional Registers for qualified pesticide and fertiliser advisers and for public health pest control professionals;

- Operates the BASIS Advanced Contractor Certification Scheme (BACCS) and the new Amenity Assured standard to raise and maintain good practice standards in the amenity and industrial pesticide sectors;

- Provides a forum for industry trade associations and other stakeholders to discuss how professional standards can be maintained, improved and promoted;

- Works closely with industry, the regulatory authorities and government to promote and develop professional standards.