Better Livestock Handling for Increased Profitability
Lantra-certified
Understand livestock behaviour to build safer, more efficient and more profitable cattle handling systems, reducing stress for both animals and handlers.
Effective livestock handling is one of the most valuable skills on any cattle operation. When animals are handled with an understanding of their natural behaviour, stress levels fall, injuries become less frequent, and the whole farm runs more smoothly. This one-day course from DJW Training is designed to give handlers the knowledge and practical insight they need to work more confidently and more profitably with cattle.
Drawing on established principles of animal behaviour and low-stress handling techniques, this course helps farmers, stockpeople and farm workers look at their handling systems with fresh eyes, identifying where small changes can deliver significant results for both animal welfare and the bottom line.
What you'll cover
- The core principles of cattle behaviour and how instinct influences movement
- How to use the flight zone and point of balance to guide animals calmly
- Recognising and reducing stress triggers in the handling environment
- Assessing and improving the layout and flow of existing handling facilities
- The link between low-stress handling, animal performance and farm profitability
- Health and safety responsibilities for handlers working with livestock
This course can be tailored to suit the specific needs of your farming operation, whether you are looking to train a full team or refresh the skills of experienced stockpeople. Contact DJW Training to discuss the right option for you.
What the course covers
- Relevant health & safety legislation and safe working practices
- Pre-use checks, controls and correct operating technique
- Practical, supervised operation with clear demonstrations
- Assessment to Lantra Awards standards