Pesties..Extra courses?

[mackem 31,202]

Got a nephew who is doing his BPCA Level 2,he is currently working in a warehouse and its eating into his soul,very depressive working environment for him,he is only 19 but has already served a short sentence in nick for fighting so my sis is fully backing him in his quest to be a pest-control-technician.I am thinking there has to be other courses which will stand him in good stead when seeking employment with the larger pest-control firms,anyone suggest any such as cherrypicker certificate?How does he get a railway PTS cert if he hasnt a firm to sponsor him,can he get it solo?Just brainstorming really,anything to give him an edge?

[PLEDGEY 496]

For a Cherry picker you need a MEWP's ticket, a 'Mobile Elevated Works Platform' ticket.The company i worked for paid for mine, i know they are not cheap, but if you are going to be using a MEWP for work purposes you should have a ticket.

[mackem 31,202]

Thanks Pledgey,I will get him onto that,it all gives him the edge.

[longnetter 32]

Go to every Kilgerm breakfastmeetings and workshops he can (see thier website) is he a member of BPCA? go to thier regional meetings anyway same with NPTA and Barretine

Check if the BPCA /RSPH II qualifies him to use ali phos...if not he might find that handy

Don't believe the BPCA/RSPH II will tell him everything...it's just a starting point

Go to job centre ask about funding for courses including business courses (tchc Ltd funded one of mine) read, watch, learn (hope he's got a driving licence) scrounge every bit of info he can

[mackem 31,202]

Thanks Longnetter,he is a good kid,just needs guidance at times,I will pass on your tips,he is keen,be lucky.

[budgie123 163]

As already mentioned a driving licence is very very important.Apart from initial training period when he will be with some one else he will be working alone were driving is essential.

If he gets his Level 2 he should be in a good position to gain employment.

On Jobcentre plus there is currently jobs advertised where no experience or qualificatons are required as full training will be provided.

Personally i would recommend if he can gaining employment with a company who will give him good practical training.

I hope it works out for him it is an excellent rewarding job.

[mackem 31,202]

Thanks Budgie,he has got his licence,he wanted to do the level 2 himself just to have some form of qualification to take to an employer.