(1 day: Safety; Theory; and, Practical)
Sessions: Theory (am)
- The shotgun – component parts and their function
- The shotgun cartridge – component parts and their function
- Legislation and the use of shotguns
- Basic health and safety and shotgun use
- The storage and transportation of shotguns
- The benefits & variety of shooting sports
Practical (pm)
- Shotgun – safe handling and use (practical) – range of clay targets
- Cleaning and maintenance
This is relative to the following NOS units.
National Occupational Standards | NOS Unit | NOS Unit Title |
Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management (Sept 2008) | CU27 | Maintain equipment and machines |
Common Unit | CU1 | Maintain safe and effective working practices |