Planning and Preparation of Bat Surveys
This one-day course has been developed as a follow-up module to Bats and Bat Surveys, the BCT foundation course for ecological consultants. The course will allow participants to build on knowledge gained at the foundation course, and the course will provide an understanding of the extensive planning and preparation that is needed in order to carry out an effective bat survey.
Course content will include:
- Preparation of costings
- Understanding of key Health and Safety issues, including preparing a risk assessment
- Basic interpretation of aerial photographs to identify potential bat habitat and likely species presence
- Survey scoping leading to basic survey design
- Resource planning
Prior knowledge: Designed as a follow-up to Bats and Bat Surveys.
Courses
| 6 August | Lackham Countryside Centre, Wiltshire# | Places available |
| 1 September | Malham Tarn, North Yorkshire | Places available |
Costs
£140 (£440 for 3-day course)
Discounts
BCT member discount: £5 (Join today to receive your discount!)
NB: Corporate members may be entitled to additional discounts. Click here for more information on becoming a corporate member
# Please note that this course can be booked together with the Surveying Buildings course at the same venue to form a three-day residential course. The cost of the three day course is £440.
To book
To book a place on any of these courses, please click here to download the booking form.