Transport of Animals (Short Journeys)

The course covers legal requirements and responsibilities covering animal and poultry health and welfare during transport. If you are involved in the transportation of animals by road on short journeys (over 65km and up to 8 hours duration) this qualification will ensure you meet the requirement for a Certificate of Competence outlined in the Council Regulation (EC) No1/2005 on the Protection of Animals During Transport and the Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order 2006.

The qualification is species-specific (e.g. cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, horses, game birds) covering the following topics:

Legal requirements and responsibilities

Responsibilities when transporting animals

Planning a long journey by road

Suitability of the vehicle

Checking animals and fitness to travel

Causes and signs of stress in animals

Space allowances, stocking densities and segregation requirements

Handling and animal welfare in transit

Post-journey requirements

The training will be followed by the NPTC online multiple-choice test.

At the time of booking candidates should identify which category they require:

Cattle / Cattle & Sheep / Game Birds / Goats / Horses / Pigs / Poultry / Sheep