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Stored Product Insects (SPIs) in Food Factory Environments

Stored Product Insects (SPIs) are diverse, ranging from beetles and weevils to moths and mites, and can damage a wide range of foodstuffs.

Dried and preserved foods, organic products such as grains, nuts, cereals, pasta, cheeses and preserved meats can all be affected by Stored Product Insects (SPIs).

We’re all aware of the threat, but problems persist because SPIs are hard to spot. Whether you work in commercial or domestic environments, this course will provide the tools you need to manage your site successfully.

BPCA Registered CPD Points: 5
Basis Prompt points: TBC

Core

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Online virtual classroom

1 day (10.30am - 3.30pm)

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Overview

This one-day online classroom course will teach you how to spot SPI activity, the places you need to look when conducting surveys and how to manage and control SPI infestations.

The course will use a mix of presentation, breakout sessions and interactive discussions and will include modules on:

  • What are SPIs
  • Categories of SPIs
  • Examples of first and second-degree and scavengers
  • Signs of SPI activity
  • Control to limit the risk of SPI activity
  • Equipment for SPI inspections
  • Where to look for SPI activity
  • Where SPIs can occur
  • Solutions to SPI problems
  • Managing SPI activity on site.

While there isn't a pre-course entry requirement for this programme, you probably get the most out of this course if you already have your Level 2 Award in Pest Management. This BPCA course is open to all.

Delivery

This is a one-day virtual classroom course. 10.30 am to 3.30 pm.

The course will use a mix of presentations and interactive sessions.

The course will be delivered as an online classroom training course using the Zoom platform.  As in a classroom environment, candidates will be encouraged to engage in discussions, share experiences and ask questions.

There will be regular breaks throughout the day, including lunch. Please take advantage of these breaks to move away from your device and move around a little, as this will help you maintain focus throughout the day.

to take part in the session you will need:

• Computer, laptop or tablet
• Internet connection.

Please note: Smartphones will work, however the session is not optimised for very small screens.

Slides from the training will NOT be available, so please ensure that you have pens and paper to enable you to take your own notes.

Assessments

There is no assessment for this course.

You will receive a BPCA Certificate of Completion in Stored Product Insects upon completing this course.

If you are on BPCA Registered, you will earn 5 CPD points for completing the course.

If you are on Basis Prompt, you will receive TBC CPD points for completing the course.

Fees

The online course fee includes access to the course and all handouts. 

  Including VAT Excluding VAT
Members £132.00 £110.00
Non-members £160.00 £133.33

Cancellation Terms:

Course cancellations will only be accepted on receipt of written instruction and are effective from the date received by the BPCA.

  • More than 15 working days prior to course: No charge
  • 15 working days or less: 100% of fee.
Tutor

John Lloyd BPCA tutor for pest control

John Lloyd is a Technical Consultant & Company Entomologist at Independent Pest Management and Insect Consultancy. His expertise covers a range of areas, including food manufacturing processes, advanced food hygiene, stored product insects and integrated pest management. As well as the UK, pest management projects have been carried out in Europe, Eastern Europe, Africa, Middle East, India, Seychelles, South Korea, China and South America.