Transportation of Livestock

This is a one day practical course, in which the trainees will taught how to correctly and safely transport all livestock. The course can lead to NPTC level 2 transportation of livestock qualification. 

Course prerequisite: None but delegates must be over 16 years of age.

Certificating Body: NPTC

Course Length: 1 day + assessment

Course Times: 9.30am to 4.00pm or to suit client.

Instructor: Various

Cost: £115+ Vat + Certification Cost

Venue: Marsh Hill Centre, Marsh, Aylesbury. HP17 8ST or to suit client

Maximum Trainees: 4

Please specify the species required at time of booking.

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It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

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The course will cover the following:

  • Comply and act within the law when transporting animals by road.
  • Avoid unnecessary stress of stock during transport.
  • Minimise the likelihood of risks occurring.
  • Understand the welfare code of practice surrounding the transportation of livestock.
  • Identify safe loading practices. 
  • Identify and deal with common risks e.g. injury, fire and chemicals.

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