Level 2 Award in the Transport of Animals by Road (Short Journeys) (City & Guilds) 014104

This 2 hour course is aimed at those transporting animals and/or birds on short road journeys over 65km, up to and including 8 hours long.

Topics covered include:

• Legal requirements and responsibilities
• Responsibilities when transporting animals
• Planning a long journey by road
• Suitability of the vehicle
• Checking animals and fitness to travel
• Causes and signs of stress in animals
• Space allowances, stocking densities and segregation requirements
• Handling and animal welfare in transit
• Post journey requirements

At the time of booking candidates should identify which category they require:

Cattle / Cattle & Sheep / Game Birds / Goats / Horses / Pigs / Poultry / Sheep

An additional fee of £85 will be incurred for each additional unit.

The 2 hour training will be followed by an NPTC on-line multiple choice test (27 questions). Candidates must successfully achieve a pass mark of 21/27.

By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.

Free parking is available on campus; a permit will be issued and should be clearly displayed.

Tea and coffee making facilities are available, please bring any other refreshments.