TRAINING
Course Dates 2010
| Date | Course | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 21 March 2012 | Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control | Crewe - Directions |
| 17 April 2012 | BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 1 of 2) | Newbury |
| 18 April 2012 | BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 2 of 2) | Newbury |
| 16 May 2012 | Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control | Bisley |
| 03 October 2012 | Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control | Bisley |
| 13 November 2012 | BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 1 of 2) | Derby |
| 14 November 2012 | BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 2 of 2) | Derby |
| 28 November 2012 | Safe and Effective Use of Air Rifles for Urban Bird Control | Crewe - Directions |
BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 1 of 2): £365 + VAT
This 2-day course is designed for anyone interested in bird control, from those new to the industry to those who want to expand their knowledge and expertise. The course includes discussions on the range of equipment and products available as well as practical demonstrations.
Course Contents:
- Bird legislation
- Bird identification, biology & behaviour
- Why control urban birds?
- Population reduction - trapping, shooting, food restriction
- Proofing techniques - netting, spikes, birdwire and other techniques
- Electric deterrents
- Scaring - distress calls, predator birds
- Surveying + Design
- Safety in urban bird control
At the end of the course delegates will sit the BPCA Certificate in Bird Management examination.
This course has been allocated 20 BASIS CPD points
Discount available for BPCA members
BPCA Urban Bird Control & Management (Day 2 of 2): £365 + VAT
This 2-day course is designed for anyone interested in bird control, from those new to the industry to those who want to expand their knowledge and expertise. The course includes discussions on the range of equipment and products available as well as practical demonstrations.
Course Contents:
- Bird legislation
- Bird identification, biology & behaviour
- Why control urban birds?
- Population reduction - trapping, shooting, food restriction
- Proofing techniques - netting, spikes, birdwire and other techniques
- Electric deterrents
- Scaring - distress calls, predator birds
- Surveying + Design
- Safety in urban bird control
At the end of the course delegates will sit the BPCA Certificate in Bird Management examination.
This course has been allocated 20 BASIS CPD points
Discount available for BPCA members
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 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 liason
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 and shooting safety glasses will be required.
To book on the courses please contact us on
Tel: +44 (0) 800 988 5359 or
Fax: +44 (0) 1423 863 497
or click here to download the booking form
Please return completed forms for the attention of our Customer Service team either by post, fax or e-mail.
Network, P+L Systems Ltd,
Ten St James Business Park
Grimbald Crag Court
Knaresborough
HG5 8QB
UK
Fax: +44 (0) 1423 863 497
E-mail: info@pandlsystems.com
Tel: +44 (0) 800 988 5359
