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Course Name:
Care for Commercial Layers
Description:
The training will consist of theoretical and practical training on how to care for commercial layers.
Target Group:
Farmers or farm workers that are involved with commercial layers.
Duration:
4 days
Course Fees:
​​R 4 600.00 incl. VAT (Training & Materials)
R 3 680.00 incl. VAT (Accommodation)
*4 Nights Accomodation includes all meals.
Presenter:
Qualified Assesor
Accreditation:
All our courses are SAQA accredited. Background information on SAQA and NQF Levels available on the terminology page.
NQF Level
SAQA ID
Title
Credits
2
119404
Care for Commercial Layers
10
Content:
  • The procedures for preparing the laying house receive point-of-lay chicks
  • Procedures for the placements of pullets in the laying house
  • Control of ventilation for comfortable environment for the layers
  • Availability of the water for the layers and the good working order of the equipment
  • Feed management procedures
  • Settings of the lighting programs for the layers
Capabilities:
When completing this course you will be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of:
  • The procedures for preparing the laying house to receive point-of-lay pullets
  • The procedures for the placement of pullets in the layer house
  • The procedures to be used to control the ventilation for the provision of a comfortable environment for the layers.
  • Ensuring that water is always available to the layers and all the equipment is in good working order
  • The principles of feed management practices for layers
  • The necessity of setting the appropriate light programs to ensure a high level of egg production
  • The manure management practices to ensure a healthy environment for layers
Capabilities:
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