Scannell Spraying – Your Local Agricultural Spray Contractors in South Canterbury
Professional & Local Agricultural Spray Contractors
Scannell Spraying started many years ago as AM Scannell. Present owner Clayton Kinsman took over the company in 2017 and started trading as Scannell Spraying.
Clayton is a well experienced spray applicator and has worked in and with the industry for about 25 years. He knows that Scannell Spraying clients are looking for the timely completion of their spraying and for Scannell Spraying to make a good and tidy job at reasonable cost.
Scannell Spraying completes work in the wider South Canterbury region. It is a large area and there are efficiencies to be gained by coordinating jobs in certain areas to save on the down time between jobs. Clayton says Scannell Spraying has a wonderful client base and the priority is to keep customers happy.
Proud Members of Rural Contractors New Zealand
Scannell Spraying is a proud member of Rural Contractors New Zealand (RCNZ), giving our clients the assurance that every job is carried out to recognised industry standards and best practice. As part of RCNZ, we follow strict health, safety, and environmental guidelines, maintain full and appropriate insurance, and operate under a professional code of conduct that holds us accountable for the quality of our work. For farmers and lifestyle block owners, this means you get a reliable, well-trained team on your property, safe and compliant spraying methods, clear communication, and the peace of mind that comes from working with a fully vetted, trusted rural contractor.
Health & Safety
With increasing health and safety regulations clients can rest assured utilising the services of Scannell Spraying compliance is a priority. Scannell Spraying has a chemical handling and storage certificate, is Growsafe accredited and is a member of Rural Contractors New Zealand. Clients are required to fill in a form to ensure compliance.
Growsafe Certified Handlers
Scannell Spraying is a GrowSafe Certified Handler, giving our clients confidence that their spraying work is carried out safely, professionally, and in full compliance with New Zealand regulations. We hold a GrowSafe Standard Certificate and a Certified Handler Compliance Certificate, which qualifies us to handle very toxic substances and the most hazardous agrichemicals used in modern land management.
Our GrowSafe Certified Handler status confirms we understand and meet all relevant requirements from the EPA (Environmental Protection Authority), your regional council, and major quality assurance schemes, helping protect people, property, stock, crops, and the wider environment.
By choosing a GrowSafe Certified Handler like Scannell Spraying, you reduce compliance risk, support stronger audit outcomes, and ensure your agrichemical spraying is completed to the highest safety and regulatory standards.