Handling and restraints

Question 1

How do you correctly approach a bird

Answer 1

→ Safety for self, others and the bird

→Minimising stress

→Minimising disruption to other birds and animals

→Health checking

→ Dangerous birds (e.g. equipment, assistance, Personal Protective Equipment - PPE)

Question 1

What handling equipment is needed

Answer 1

→ Net

→ Towel

→Bag

→ Gloves

→ Falconry equipment

Question 2

How do you transport a bird

Answer 2

Methods of appropriate transport for avian species

→ Equipment (box, cage carrier)

→ Length of journey

→Minimising stress (noise, handling, distance, temperature, ventilation, lighting)

→ Journey plan

→Welfare considerations