TRAINING

Course Dates 2008

Date Course Location
17 June 2008 Practical Urban Bird Control Orsett Hall Hotel, Essex - Directions
18 June 2008 Surveying and Selling Bird Work Orsett Hall Hotel, Essex - Directions
23 July 2008 Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control Crewe Rifle Club, Crewe - Directions
02 September Practical Urban Bird Control Network Building, Widnes - Directions
03 September Surveying and Selling Bird Work Network Building, Widnes - Directions
17 September Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles For Urban Bird Control Bisley Gun Club, Surrey - Directions
19 November Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control Crewe Rifle Club, Crewe - Directions
25 November Practical Urban Bird Control Orset Hall Hotel, Essex - Directions
26 November Surveying and Selling Bird Work Orsett Hall Hotel, Essex - Directions

Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles For Urban Bird Control: £150 + VAT

The aim of this course is to train technicians and their managers on the safe, effective and legal use of air guns for bird control. Theory will be covered in the morning session, with a shooting practical in the afternoon. The course starts with the basics for newcomers, but also comprehensively covers a lot of procedures and techniques for the experienced shooter. Course Code: COU014

Course Contents:

Bird Identification

Bird Control Legislation, Air Rifle Legislation and Safety Guidelines, Equipment: Selection and maintenance.

Principles of Shooting

Ballistics, trajectories, muzzle velocities and zeroing.

Organising Shoots

Preparation, Safety Guidelines and Police Liaison.

Chronograph Testing

An opportunity to have your Air Rifles inspected and tested.

Practical

Marksman techniques. Air Rifles will be provided, although we do advise delegates to bring their own for use and testing. Outdoor clothing will be required.

Practical Urban Bird Control: £50 + VAT

This course is suitable for beginners seeking a good grounding in all aspects of bird work; through to experienced technicians seeking an update on new products and alternative techniques. It covers the complete spectrum of bird work, with technical theoretical and practical proofing; and an overview of scaring, control and safety. Course Code: COU010

Course Contents:

Pest Bird Identification

Bird Control Legislation: Bird Biology and Behaviour: Reasons for BirdManagement:

Proofing Theory

Discussion of systems and techniques, including when and where to use each system and the advantages and limitations of each system. Includes Netting, Bird Spikes, Birdwire, Gullwire, Coil, Daddi Long Legs and Gull Grids. All equipment, tools and materials will be demonstrated.

Proofing Practical

Netting installation, Birdwire ledges, also where possible the use of SDS drills, cartridge tools and screwguns. Scaring, Trapping and Shooting and Introduction to Working Safely:

Surveying and Selling Bird Work: £50 + VAT

Suitable for a wide range of delegates, from beginners in practical bird management through to those with considerable experience in surveying, selling and marketing who want to improve their success rate and profitability. Course Code: COU011

Course Contents:

The Market for Bird Proofing and Control

Reasons for control, along with examples and case histories.

The Survey

The key to success: Looks at the information required from a site survey to ensure that all key factors are considered and problems foreseen. Focusing on the birds, the surveyor, the customer and the high risk scenarios that may result in losing money. Design exercises using photographs and plans.

Costing and Pricing

A look at costing including materials, labour, access equipment and contingencies. What profit margins can you justify?

The Report and Quotation

How to make a good impression with this critical document.

The Presentation

modern technology can aid your proposal presentation. Customer objections and how to overcome them.

Delivery

Doing a good job. A look at other peoples mistakes. How to get further sales opportunities from a satisfied client.

 

To book on the courses please contact us on
Tel: 0151 422 6514 or Fax: 0151 424 3067
or click here to download the booking form

Please return completed forms for the attention of Sharon Halle either by post, fax or e-mail.

Network, Sorex Ltd,
Oldgate,
St.Michael's Industrial Estate,
Widnes,
Cheshire
WA8 8TL

Fax: 0151 424 3067
E-mail: sharonhalle@network-pest.com
Tel: 0151 422 6514 (direct number)