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.

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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