Vermin Control
Course
In Gunnislake
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Gunnislake
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Duration
2 Days
Suitable for: Anyone using, or purchasing pesticides for the control of vertebrates.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
All trainees must be over 18 years of age, good health and with reasonable literacy & numeracy skills. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions
Reviews
Course programme
Who should enrol
Anyone using, or purchasing pesticides for the control of vertebrates.
Content Summary
Foundation Module (Common core content):
Introduction & aims
Approved Code of Practice
Target vermin & their control methods
Legislation, protection & pollution control
Health & safety, product information
Safe disposal, record keeping
Rodent Control (Rat & Mouse) Option 2 days:
Site assessment, Risk assessment
Legislation relevant to Rodent control
Protective equipment, safety procedures
Practical field work
Correct use of equipment
Record keeping
Mole Control Option1 day:
Site assessment, Risk assessment
Legislation relevant to vertebrate pest control
Protective equipment, safety procedures
Practical field work
Correct use of equipment
Record keeping
Rabbit Control Option 1 day:
Site assessment, Risk assessment
Legislation relevant to vertebrate pest control
Protective equipment, safety procedures
Practical field work including spoon or pump methods
Correct use of equipment
Record keeping
Assessment
Practical assessment with verbal questioning during the course
Course Material
Manufacturers labels, HSE guidelines, Lantra, DEFRA & PSD Workbooks
Duration
2 days for Rodents, 1 extra day for each other unit
Type
Classroom & Field use
Certificate
Lantra awards certificate of basic training
Validity
Currently valid for 5 years
Pre-requisites
All trainees must be over 18 years of age, good health and with reasonable literacy & numeracy skills. Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions
More Info
All baiting is simulated during this course although these are done on active sites.
Steel toe-capped workboots, loose non-snag work overalls, Unlined Nitrile gloves, protective suit, protective footwear, Face shield. 2 passport photo`s. Some background knowledge of the vermin and their habits would be an advantage.
Vermin Control