Safe use of sheep dips

Awarding Body

City & Guilds NPTC

Target audience

Any person wishing to dip sheep to control Ectoparasites

Course sessions

• Labelling

• Legislation

• Parasites

• PPE

• Storage and disposal

How the session runs

Brief training session

• EVOLVE computers based test – 1 hour – 33 questions – all multiple choice

• Practical and verbal assessment with assessor

Equipment Required:

• Wellington boots

• Waterproof clothing

• Gloves

• Lunch (if required)

Prerequisites

None required but previous experience of working with sheep would be advantageous.

Funding Available

Yes