DMQ Level 2
"Deer Management Qualifications (DMQ) exists to promote high standards in the humane management of wild deer. This objective is supported by the deer sector and is achieved by a system which gives candidates the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills to a level of competence by means of a number of assessed criteria. These include; ecology, biology, marksmanship, law, safely and humanely culling deer, and dealing with carcasses hygienically"
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Members of our team are approved witnesses's (AW's)
and have the necessary knowledge, experience and
enthusiasm to accompany candidates.
Individuals will be required to include evidence and
confirmation of a witnessed stalk for your portfolio
(previous requirement was three stalks).
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This assessment evaluates performance criteria (PC's). During
the witnessed stalk an AW will observe the candidates
capability levels throughout.
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Proper animal selection and identification
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Use of correct protective measures
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Humane killing of the selected animal
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Gralloching the animal
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Management of the animal as well as its gralloch
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Offal and carcass inspection, including lymph node inspection for any diseases
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Transporting the animal to the larder
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Hygienically preparing it for the game dealer
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We have access to a number of locations that could be attended, offering a variety of open hill and woodland. Alternatively your stalks could be witnessed in a chosen location that you have all applicable permissions and licencing's to use.
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To enquire for available dates and pricing please Contact Us
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