Practical Drystone Walling

Who is the Course For?
Farmers, farm workers and other land-based workers requiring basic drystone walling skillsTo enable course members to:
care for and maintain walling tools
be aware of the need for correct safety procedures
be able to select and sort stone
be able to undertake basic dry stone construction suiting the local style

Course Objectives

Course Content
Introduction Demonstration and practice
The work site Review
Health and safety
Tools and equipment
Land geology
Demonstration and initial practice

Duration/Format :  Two days

NVQ/SVQ Linkage
This course should contribute towards NVQs/SVQs in:
Agriculture & Commercial Horticulture – Level 3
Environmental Conservation (Landscapes & Ecosystems) – Level 2

Maximum Delegates:  6