Training

Surveying for bats generally requires a licence from Natural England (because bats are legally protected from disturbance). Colleen & Paul are both experienced trainers having now trained and provided references for over 60 consultants (CL17 & CL18 licences). Trainees are undertake a range of surveys to experience a variety of roost types and species at different times of the year. They are taught identification and handling skills to a high level through roost surveys and by attending trapping surveys. A good understanding of bat ecology, legislation and health & safety are also integral parts of any training offered. Experience is also offered in a range of mitigation and compensation techniques so that trainees are equipped and experienced to work at a high standard in the industry.

ECS offers classroom and field based bat detector workshops for consultancy staff (including time expansion and frequency division) and training for individuals in the more advanced survey techniques.

Colleen has a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and over 25 years experience organising and running training courses in a range of survey and habitat management skills.

Please contact us to discuss your training needs.