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# Herd Health Consultancy

FOR HERD HEALTH Assessment, training and advice-contact Herd Health consultancy 01768 639800

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [The HHC Blog](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/the-hhc-blog/)
- [Read a great article today about feedback](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/read-a-great-article-today-about-feedback/) - Feedback must be accurate - get your facts right first It should focus on success behaviours not personality faults No shocks or surprises - timing is crucial, so be timely Show you care, prove you're reliable Is there anything else?
- [Monitoring cow comfort](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/monitoring-cow-comfort/) - Thanks to Sam from Radio York for the chance to talk about "Fit Bit for cows". The affordability of 3d accelerometers (pedometers) has been talked about for a number of years but it has needed some clever engineering to make the equipment tough enough for the cow, to gather sufficient data, transmit it effectively, hold
- [Polled genes at 5%](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/polled-genes-at-5/) - Polled sires come at a cost in terms of lag in production, but it's not a major sacrifice and the performance improvement is at a similar rate to the best sires. If ever there was a case for restricted gene editing this is it. Take a look at this (non-peer reviewed) article.
- [Actiphage for Johne's and bTB](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/actiphage-for-johnes-and-btb/) - Actiphage looks the test of choice for confirming Johne's status of cows positive by milk Elisa, but it also has potential for bTB eradication. However, the laws on the use of novel bTB tests are strict. More information can be found here. More details about the lab providing the Actiphage test can be found here.
- [Hoof trimming](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/hoof-trimming/) - There are two options for foot trimming training: Attend a formal training course. Nick is one of the instructors on the RAU level 4 course (click here for details) Staff training on own farm. This works well for making assessments of equipment and challenges specific to a farm Lameness and foot health courses can be
- [Large vs Small - challenging the misconceptions](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/large-vs-small-challenging-the-misconceptions/) - It's not size that matters....it sounds obvious, but there are parallels in all aspects of life. I went to a school with 50 kids and then a school with over 2000 kids. The strengths and weaknesses were different and could not be generalised to other schools. This applies to our village compared to the metropolis
- [Factory Farming - what on earth does that mean?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/factory-farming-what-on-earth-does-that-mean/) - Factory farming has been used as an emotive expression used to denigrate the livestock industry. If you assess what it infers, it's industrial processes applied to animal production, which grates against our desire for foods to be natural and wholesome. So, the term is meant to shock us into rejecting animal production. The term originates

## Pages

- [HHC](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/) - HERD HEALTH CONSULTANCY Herd Health Consultancy, part of the Map of Ag group, delivers independent, evidence‑based dairy consultancy, training and tools that drive measurable herd health improvement. From mobility scoring and hoof health to udder health, youngstock and cow comfort, our team focuses on what works in the real world, building skills, confidence and measurable,
- [Book an Appointment](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/wpbc-appointment-booking/) - 1Service2Provider3Date & DetailsChoose a ServiceSelect what you would like to book.Consultation30 minutesA 30-minute consultation.No Services match your search.ContinueLoading appointment…
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- [RoMS accredited mobility scoring workshop with the HERD HEALTH TEAM](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/roms-mobility-workshop-booking/) - RoMS Mobility Workshop Booking-online booking for Herd Health Consultancy RoMS workshops with James Wilson or Jay Tunstall. For all your herd health needs-HHC.
- [Hoof trimming training](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/hoof-trimming-training/) - Hoof trimming training is vital as trimming is one of the most challenging skills for the herdsperson. HHC offer bespoke on-farm training with Nick Bell.
- [Contact Form](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/contact-form/) - Your name (required) Your email address (required) Your phone number (including international dialling code) Your enquiry I would like to arrange a consultationI am a farmer interested in cattle foot healthI have a general enquiry Preferred appointment date Your message Your file attachment (for documentation relevant to consultations) Please leave this field empty. Δ
- [What our clients have to say...](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/what-our-clients-have-to-say/) - What our clients have to say about Herd Health Consultancy-Great value for money. Extremely well run and would definitely recommend! Absolutely brilliant day!
- [Events and Training at HHC](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/events-and-training-herd-health-consultancy/) - Here at Herd health Consultancy, the events and training offered is always interactive, informative and fun. Training can be provided online or face-to-face.
- [The HHC Team](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/meet-the-hhc-team/) - Meet the rest of the team that make up Herd Health Consultancy! Anything we can help with, please get in touch. Jenny, Zoe and Rachel-HHC Team
- [RoMS accredited Mobility Scoring Workshop](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/events-and-training-herd-health-consultancy/roms-accredited-mobility-score-training/) - ROMS accredited mobility score training. Managing foot health is a priority for any dairy producer. RoMS provides a means of quality assuring scorers
- [Get in touch with us at Herd Health Consultancy](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/contact-herd-health-consultancy/) - Please contact us to discuss how Herd Health Consultancy and the team, can help you achieve your dairy health management goals. Get in touch with us at Herd Health Consultancy
- [Nick Bell-Director of HHC](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/nick-bell/) - Nick Bell-Director at Herd Health Consultancy. Supporting farmers to improve the health and welfare of their animals through improved skills, technical knowledge, and assessment.
- [](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/about-herd-health-consultancy/) - Our priority at HHC is to help farmers improve the health and welfare of their animals by knowledge sharing, advice, support and tailored solutions-Nick Bell
- [FINAL online roms workshop](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/final-online-roms-workshop/)
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- [Lameness Seminar Registration Form](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lameness-seminar-registration-form/) - Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Email * Contact Number * Address including postcode * Dietary Requirements * Print name to sign and confirm * I confirm that the tuition fee of £785 (no VAT) has been paid (BACS payment to sort code 60-09-02, account number 05042127)
- [Lameness in dairy cattle - science into action](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lameness-in-dairy-cattle-science-into-actions/) - Tuesday 13- Thursday 15th October 2020 Lameness in dairy cattle – science into actions Mr Roger Blowey FRCVS – author of various textbooks Dr Nick J. Bell MRCVS – European specialist 3 day workshop incl. dissection & farm practicals Down Hatherley Lane, Gloucester GL2 9QA Lameness seminar booking form May 2020 - vs 2
- [Reports and assessments](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/test-risk-assessment/) - Healthy Feet ProgrammeNew users - please registerRegister as a risk assessment userRegistered users - please login here to access your programme dashboard Username or Email Address Password Remember Me
- [RoMS Workshop Interest form](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/roms-workshop-interest-form/) - Please register your interest below Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Email * Type of workshop-check all that apply In person Private Group Further details * Preferred location/area * Please list all areas you would be willing to travel to. Are you happy to remain on our
- [Service Options](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/service-options/) - To see all of our service options, costs involved and to make a selection, please download the form below and return to herdhealth@gmail.com HHC-Service OptionsClick Here To Download
- [LATEST EVENTS](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/latest-events/)
- [Services at Herd Health Consultancy](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/services-at-herd-health-consultancy/) - Services at Herd Health Consultancy-w offer workshops, assessments and advice. Here at Herd Health Consultancy, we specialise in knowledge transfer.
- [Course Booking Form](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/course-booking-form/) - Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Work Address * Email * Contact Telephone Number * Other staff/team members involved: Name of vet and vet practice Number of cows (in milk and dry), breed, calving pattern and yield Milk contract (if relevant) HEALTHY FEET PROGRAMME Check to select
- [Let us know what you thought...](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/feedback-form/) - Please use our Feedback form to get in touch and let Herd Health Consultancy know what you thought about the service you received
- [Herd Health Assessment and Advice](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/herd-health-assessment-and-advice/) - Herd health assessment and advice, can be conducted with a farm visit from Nick Bell, gathering of new clinical data or analysis of herd health data.
- [What's New](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/whats-new-at-hhc/) - What's New at HHC-See here for the latest events and how to book. Upcoming Event-ROMS ACCREDITED MOBILITY SCORE WORKSHOP with NICK BELL
- [Assessment](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/assessment/) - Here are a list of services on offer: Dairy Herd Health Services Assessment of herd health can be conducted with a farm visit (observation), gathering of new clinical data (e.g. herd BCS score) or analysis of herd health data. The following data reviews are possible: Disease risk factor review Clinical scoring - BCS, Hocks, Mobility,
- [Research and book chapters](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/research-and-book-chapters/) - Sharing discoveries happens through a complex and challenging process of peer-reviewed publication. An 80% complete list of publications can be found on the Researchgate website below: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Nicholas_Bell3/research Here are a list of selected publications: Anzuino, K. et al., 2010. An assessment of welfare on twenty-four commercial UK dairy goat farms based on direct observations. Veterinary
- [Links](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/links/) - Most of my work and interest relates to herd health (and antibiotic auditing to gain insights into herd health), infectious disease control (BVD, Johne's etc), lameness, mastitis metabolic, metabolic health, uterine health and a whole range of topics related to cow comfort, care and welfare. Here are the websites I visit most frequently. AMU: Guidance
- [About](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/about/) - Herd health consultancy is the farm advisory division of Bos International Ltd. This company was started in 2016 by veterinarian Dr Nick J. Bell MRCVS. Nick grew up on a small farm in Herefordshire, surrounded by calves, sheep and poultry. He graduated from vet school in 1999. He has worked in clinical practice (4 years), university (15
- [GDPR](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/gdpr/) - Revised privacy statement for Herd Health Consultancy (part of Bos International Ltd) October 2018 (last updated January 2020) Our business involves the improvement of herd health and welfare through assessment, training and evidence-based advice. In line with current GDPR legislation we keep our personal data processes under constant review. We hold clinical, herd data and
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## Courses

- [FIRST AID FOR FEET THEORETICAL ASSESSMENT](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/first-aid-for-feet-theoretical-assessment/) - Welcome to your First Aid For Feet Theoretical Assessment. Firstly you will be asked to fill in your personal details, then there will be a set of 10 questions to answer. Please select only one answer per question Best of Luck!
- [Practicalities of Scoring and Professional Scoring](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/practicalities-of-scoring-and-professional-scoring/)
- [INTERMEDIATE HOOF TRIMMING THEORETICAL ASSESSMENT](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/intermediate-hoof-trimming-theoretical-assessment/) - Welcome to your Intermediate Hoof Trimming Theoretical Assessment. Firstly you will be asked to fill in your personal details, then there will be a set of 10 questions to answer. Please select only one answer per question Best of Luck!
- [RoMS Accredited Mobility Score Training](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/roms-accredited-mobility-score-training/)
- [Dairy Cattle Foot Trimming-Level 4 Qualification](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/dairy-cattle-foot-trimming-level-4-qualification/)
- [cert](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/courses/cert/)

## Lessons

- [The Practicalities of Scoring In a Variety of Scenarios](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-practicalities-of-scoring/) - As a scorer you’ll face all sorts of situations which could affect the reliability, consistency and accuracy of your scoring. In this session we review some of these.
- [What Makes  A Professional Scoring Service](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/what-makes-a-professional-scoring-service-1/) - Whether we're talking about mobility scoring or foot trimming the principles are the same - what constitutes a professional service? Please write down and prioritise what you think you clients perceive as important and email to Zoe at zoe.herdhealth@gmail.com If you're feeling really interested here are some more detailed notes on work as a mobility
- [What makes a professional scoring service?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/what-makes-a-professional-scoring-service/) - Whether we're talking about mobility scoring or foot trimming the principles are the same - what constitutes a professional service? Please write down and prioritise what you think you clients perceive as important and email to Zoe at zoe.herdhealth@gmail.com If you're feeling really interested here are some more detailed notes on work as a mobility
- [The practicalities of scoring in a variety of scenarios](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-practicalities-of-scoring-in-a-variety-of-scenarios/) - As a scorer you'll face all sorts of situations which could affect the reliability, consistency and accuracy of your scoring. In this session we review some of these which we will discuss as a group.
- [Candidate information](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/candidate-information/) - Please complete all of the requested information
- [Welcome to your Level 4 theory exam resist](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welcome-to-your-level-4-theory-exam-resist/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-9/)
- [Feet](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/feet/)
- [Level 4 Exam](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/level-4-exam/)
- [Mobility scoring practice session 2](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mobility-scoring-practice-session-2/)
- [What are the signs of lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/what-are-the-signs-of-lameness/) - Lameness is the set of behaviours we associated with locomotor disorders, most of which are painful and involve the feet. In this session we look at these behaviours and examine how they are combined into a scoring system called the mobility score. Note, the mobility score is one type of lameness or locomotion score. The
- [Introduction to RoMS](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/brief-introduction-to-roms/) - In this video I explain the history of mobility scoring and why it was started Here is a scorers guide from RoMS. I will talk through most of this with you: RoMS Scorer FactsheetDownload Syllabus to meet the requirements of accreditation to the Register of Mobility Scorers The following outline syllabus describes the learning objectives
- [Mobility Scoring from the farmers perspective](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mobility-scoring-from-the-farmers-perspective/) - Mobility scoring has been viewed with mixed feelings by farmers. The progressive end of the industry who use herd health metrics have embraced the concept fully. Others have viewed the exercise as an extra job they don't have time for. It grates with their perception of their own herds, and conflicts with the pride they
- [The Practicalities of scoring in a variety of scenarios](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-practicalities-of-scoring-in-a-variety-of-scenarios-2/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-8/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-7/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-6/)
- [Theory Exam](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/theory-exam/)
- [Recommended Further Reading](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/recommended-further-reading/)
- [Welfare ethics](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welfare-ethics/)
- [Welfare science and law](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welfare-science-and-law/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-4/)
- [Welfare](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welfare/)
- [Maximum group of 20 post-weaning](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/maximum-group-of-20-post-weaning/)
- [2kg concentrate per day at weaning](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/2kg-concentrate-per-day-at-weaning/)
- [65% of 3rd calver weight by 1st breeding at 13 months](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/65-of-3rd-calver-weight-by-1st-breeding-at-13-months/)
- [Double birthweight by weaning – measure weights](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/double-birthweight-by-weaning-measure-weights/)
- [Treatment protocols - compliance](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/treatment-protocols-compliance/)
- [Monitor: suck vigour, movement, coughs/breathing, scour, navel](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/monitor-suck-vigour-movement-coughs-breathing-scour-navel/)
- [Early vaccination](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/early-vaccination/)
- [Hygiene – steam clean, biocyst](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/hygiene-steam-clean-biocyst/)
- [Milk powders – whey vs skim](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/milk-powders-whey-vs-skim/)
- [2nd colostrum, Transformula](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/2nd-colostrum-transformula/)
- [Navel dip](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/navel-dip/)
- [Colostrum (Qs), 3 litres+3 litres,](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/colostrum-qs-3-litres3-litres/)
- [Lick clean in snuggle box, snatch, lamp/jacket](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lick-clean-in-snuggle-box-snatch-lamp-jacket/)
- [Transition and metabolic diseases](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/transition-and-metabolic-diseases/)
- [Fungal diseases - ringworm](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/fungal-diseases-ringworm/)
- [Protozoal diseases – Cryptosporidiosis, Coccidiosis](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/protozoal-diseases-cryptosporidiosis-coccidiosis/)
- [Mycobacterial diseases - Bovine TB, Johne’s disease](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mycobacterial-diseases-bovine-tb-johnes-disease/)
- [Bacterial diseases – Leptosporosis, mastitis, digital dermatitis](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/bacterial-diseases-leptosporosis-mastitis-digital-dermatitis/)
- [Viral diseases - Bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD), Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/viral-diseases-bovine-viral-diarrhoea-bvd-infectious-bovine-rhinotracheitis-ibr/)
- [Notifiable disease – Foot-and-mouth disease](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/notifiable-disease-foot-and-mouth-disease/)
- [Zoonotic diseases – E.coli 0157, salmonella](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/zoonotic-diseases-e-coli-0157-salmonella/)
- [Mastitis](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mastitis/)
- [Lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lameness/)
- [Fertility](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/fertility/)
- [Nutrition and rumen health](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/nutrition-and-rumen-health/)
- [The lactation curve and assessing productivity](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-lactation-curve-and-assessing-productivity/)
- [Systems for milking – herring bone, rapid exit, rotary, trigone, robots](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/systems-for-milking-herring-bone-rapid-exit-rotary-trigone-robots/)
- [On farm teams](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/on-farm-teams/)
- [Milk contracts – processors, retailers, commodities, white water contracts, on-farm processing](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/milk-contracts-processors-retailers-commodities-white-water-contracts-on-farm-processing/)
- [Current industry and UK perspective](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/current-industry-and-uk-perspective/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-5/)
- [Origins of the dairy cow	and domestication](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/origins-of-the-dairy-cowand-domestication/)
- [Welcome to the course](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welcome-to-the-course-3/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-3/)
- [Final theory Quiz](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/final-theory-quiz-2/) - All the questions and answers are taken from materials presented to you through the week, so please do not worry. Furthermore, I always think you remember the things you get wrong more than the things you got right. I recall a young lady in my year at vet school who spent the whole of final
- [cert](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/cert/) - dlkfsdfsd,fldkslfkmgfdmgfd.fd
- [Lesions causing lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesions-causing-lameness-2/) - Lesions causing lameness – an update on lesion development. Please note this is a basic overview.
- [Enrolment onto RoMS and on-going training and development](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/enrolment-onto-roms-and-on-going-training-and-development/) - Here is the RoMS “calibration exercise”- to provide the final hurdle before registration. You have 3 months from today to do this: https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=hdq5c079839965bf Some of the clips are not perfect but they reflect real life. Just do your best. They have been scored by a panel of experienced vet scorers. I was the adjudicator for
- [Taking the RoMS calibration test (15 minutes on Friday)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/taking-the-roms-calibration-test-15-minutes-on-friday/) - On Friday (or when you are ready), here is the RoMS “the calibration exercise”- to provide the final hurdle before registration. You have 3 months from today to do this: https://www.classmarker.com/online-test/start/?quiz=hdq5c079839965bf Some of the clips are not perfect but they reflect real life. Just do your best. They have been scored by a panel of
- [The published science on AHDB Mobility Scoring](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-published-science-on-ahdb-mobility-scoring/) - In this session I run through some studies relating to mobility scoring.
- [Practice mobility score clips 2 (7 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/practice-mobility-score-clips-2/)
- [An update on lesions causing lameness (43 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/an-update-on-lesions-causing-lameness-43-minutes/) - Lesions causing lameness - an update on lesion development
- [What are the signs of lameness (30 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/what-are-the-signs-of-lameness-30-minutes/) - Lameness is the set of behaviours we associated with locomotor disorders, most of which are painful and involve the feet. In this session we look at these behaviours and examine how they are combined into a scoring system called the mobility score. Note, the mobility score is one type of lameness or locomotion score. The
- [The purpose of high quality mobility scoring](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-purpose-of-high-quality-mobility-scoring/) - In this lesson I review some of the uses of mobility scoring and I discuss the steps to improving the quality of of data. Mobility scores should be consistent, reliable and accurate. You can't self-standardise your scoring based on reading much like you can't tell the difference between Red and Blue without someone teaching you
- [Anatomy of the bovine limb (33 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/anatomy-of-the-bovine-limb-33-minutes/) - To get you started let's study hoof and limb mechanics in detail. In this session you will be exposed to a lot of technical teminology ("Jargon") which we would like you to learn. Don't panic - we don't expect perfect spelling. At the start of day 3 we'll test you on some of these. Here
- [Five step method reviewed (35 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/five-step-method-reviewed-35-minutes/) - Five step method is the most widely reported method (see this 2020 review here). In fact none of the other methods have any published research behind them....at the moment. In this session we run through the interpretations a discuss the variations on the origial Dutch method.
- [Lesions causing lameness and homework ahead of Quiz tomorrow (45 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesions-causing-lameness-and-homework-ahead-of-quiz-tomorrow-45-minutes/) - Recognising the variety of lesions causing lameness is a fundamental part of being a trimmer. Strictly speaking diagnosis is something only a veterinary surgeon is legally qualified to do, so we say you observe and record visible lesions. In this session we run through all the main lesions causing lameness in dairy cattle in the
- [Principles for creating data for screening and benchmarking - some tips (5 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/how-to-use-mobility-scoring-data-for-screening-and-benchmarking-some-tips-5-minutes/) - Principles for screening: Use a RoMS score sheet with your scorer ID. Not for some retailer schemes you must be RoMS accredited and claiming to be RoMS without being on the register can jeopherdise a milk contract. Reliable cow ID - ideally cross-checking against the available lists of cows in the herd (e.g. herd companion,
- [Health and safety at work](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/health-and-safety-at-work/) - Here are some risk assessment documents for you to use: https://www.herdhealth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/HS-Professional-hoof-trimmers-risk-assessment.docx https://www.herdhealth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Blank-risk-assessment.docx
- [What's next?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/whats-next/) - Congratulations on completing the level 4 training. The following document outlines the process from now on: We would like you to go away a trim 1000 cows. In that time, get started on your casebook. Here is the guidance on how to tackle your 2000 word casebook. https://www.herdhealth.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Case-report-guidance.docx Once you have successfully completed (and passed)
- [What makes a professional scoring service (5 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/what-makes-a-professional-scoring-service-5-minutes/) - Whether we're talking about mobility scoring or foot trimming the principles are the same - what constitutes a professional service? Please write down and prioritise what you think you clients perceive as important and we'll discuss the list as a group at the end of the week. If you're feeling really interested here are some
- [Mobility scoring practice session 1 (10 cow clips, taking 8 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mobility-scoring-practice-session-1-10-cow-clips-taking-8-minutes/) - Now it's time to practice. Don't worry, there will be a lot of variability to start with but it get's easier as you progress. Trimmers usually make excellent scorers as you watch the feet. Get a score sheet. If you haven't got a printer then divide a blank sheet of paper so it has 4
- [Welcome to the course](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welcome-to-the-course-2/) - Welcome to the course. By now you should have had an introduction explaining the course format. Covid has been a challenge for training courses and qualifications, but in 2020 we still managed to run 5 courses. We realised much of the theory material would be covered just as well online, saving you (and us) a
- [Mobility scoring from the farmer perspective (21 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/mobility-scoring-from-the-farmer-perspective-21-minutes/) - Mobility scoring has been viewed with mixed feelings by farmers. The progressive end of the industry who use herd health metrics have embraced the concept fully. Others have viewed the exercise as an extra job they don't have time for. However, it is likely to become necessary for all farmers wishing to be eligible for
- [214 cow standardisation exercise (35 minutes on WEDNESDAY )](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/214-cow-standardisation-exercise-35-minutes-on-wednesday/) - Here are 214 cow clips to test yourself on: https://youtu.be/e2v4skCAss0 courtesy of Ice Robotics and several farms they work with (thank you to them). Please have a go at scoring this as you would for a client interested to know score 0,1,2,3 cows. The cow ID is the clip number. It takes around 35 minutes
- [The practicalities of scoring in a variety of scenarios (12 minutes plus 15 minutes of dicussion)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-practicalities-of-scoring-in-a-variety-of-scenarios-12-minutes-plus-15-minutes-of-dicussion/) - As a scorer you'll face all sorts of situations which could affect the reliability, consistency and accuracy of your scoring. In this session we review some of these which we will discuss as a group.
- [Introduction to RoMS (5 minutes plus some nots for reference)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/introduction-to-roms-5-minutes-plus-some-nots-for-reference/) - In this video I explain the history of mobility scoring and why it was started Here is a scorers guide from RoMS. I will talk through most of this with you: RoMS Scorer FactsheetDownload Syllabus to meet the requirements of accreditation to the Register of Mobility Scorers The following outline syllabus describes the learning objectives
- [The purpose of high quality mobility scoring (33 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-purpose-of-high-quality-mobility-scoring-33-minutes/) - In this lesson I review some of the uses of mobility scoring and I discuss the steps to improving the quality of of data. Mobility scores should be consistent, reliable and accurate. You can't self-standardise your scoring based on reading much like you can't tell the difference between Red and Blue without someone teaching you
- [Managing Expectations: prevalence of lameness in the UK and around the world (30 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/managing-expectations-prevalence-of-lameness-in-the-uk-and-around-the-world-2/) - In this session we look at the range of mobility score results you might encounter, and the rate of improvement you can expect. We finish by considering how we set targets for a farm.
- [The science relating to AHDB mobility scoring (optional - 45 minutes)](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-published-science-on-ahdb-mobility-scoring-2/) - In this session I run through some studies relating to mobility scoring.
- [Signs of lameness and scoring approaches](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/signs-of-lameness-and-scoring-approaches-2/)
- [The importance of safety at work](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/the-importance-of-safety-at-work/) - Try not to injure yourself this week please! Let's think how we can keep ourselves and others safe at work.
- [About RoMS](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/about-roms/) - In this video I explain the history of mobility scoring and why it was started
- [Managing expectations: prevalence of lameness in the UK and around the world](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/managing-expectations-prevalence-of-lameness-in-the-uk-and-around-the-world/) - In this session we look at the range of mobility score results you might encounter, and the rate of improvement you can expect. We finish by considering how we set targets for a farm.
- [Professionalism of the trimmer](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/professionalism-of-the-trimmer/)
- [Licensed Treatments](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/licensed-treatments/)
- [Veterinary Surgeons Act](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/veterinary-surgeons-act/)
- [Assurance schemes](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/assurance-schemes/)
- [Animal welfare legislation](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/animal-welfare-legislation/)
- [Cattle Handling](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/cattle-handling/)
- [Treatment of white line](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/treatment-of-white-line/)
- [Treatment of sole ulcer](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/treatment-of-sole-ulcer/)
- [Treatment of digital dermatitis](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/treatment-of-digital-dermatitis/)
- [Blocking Techniques](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/blocking-techniques/)
- [Problems during and following trimming](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/problems-during-and-following-trimming/)
- [Timing of trimming and trimming regimes](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/timing-of-trimming-and-trimming-regimes/)
- [Other lameness conditions](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/other-lameness-conditions/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson-2/)
- [White line](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/white-line/)
- [Sole ulcer](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/sole-ulcer/)
- [Digital dermatitis](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/digital-dermatitis/)
- [Quiz](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/quiz/)
- [Safety at work](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/safety-at-work/)
- [Abnormal conformation](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/abnormal-conformation/)
- [Patterns of growth and wear](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/patterns-of-growth-and-wear/)
- [Course overview](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/course-overview/)
- [Welcome to the course](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/welcome-to-the-course/)
- [Lesson](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesson/)
- [How to use mobility scoring data for screening and benchmarking](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/how-to-use-mobility-scoring-data-for-screening-and-benchmarking/)
- [Costs of lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/costs-of-lameness/)
- [Lesions causing lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/lesions-causing-lameness/)
- [Signs of lameness and scoring approaches](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/signs-of-lameness-and-scoring-approaches/)
- [Introduction](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/lessons/introduction/)

## Topics

- [Please complete all of the requested information](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/please-complete-all-of-the-requested-information/)
- [The purpose of high quality mobility scoring](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/the-purpose-of-high-quality-mobility-scoring/)
- [Topic](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/topic/)
- [The Blitz treatment](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/the-blitz-treatment/)
- [Thin soles](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/thin-soles/)
- [Nerve damage](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/nerve-damage/)
- [Post-trimming lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/post-trimming-lameness/)
- [Cow stuck down](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/cow-stuck-down/)
- [Homework](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/homework/)
- [Who are your instructors](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/who-are-your-instructors/)
- [Costs of lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/costs-of-lameness/)
- [Lesions causing lameness](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/lesions-causing-lameness/)
- [Prevalence of lameness in the UK and around the world](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/prevalence-of-lameness-in-the-uk-and-around-the-world/)
- [What should the industry be aiming at?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-should-the-industry-be-aiming-at-2/)
- [What do you want to achieve?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-do-you-want-to-achieve-2/)
- [What you need for this session?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-you-need-for-this-session/)
- [What should the industry be aiming at?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-should-the-industry-be-aiming-at/)
- [What do you want to achieve?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-do-you-want-to-achieve/)
- [What do you need for this session?](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/topic/what-do-you-need-for-this-session/)

## Quizzes

- [FIRST AID FOR FEET THEORETICAL ASSESSMENT](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/first-aid-for-feet-theoretical-assessment/)
- [INTERMEDIATE HOOF TRIMMING THEORETICAL ASSESSMENT](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/intermediate-hoof-trimming-theoretical-assessment/)
- [Candidate Information](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/you-and-your-course/) - Once completed, please press the back arrow to return to the INTERMEDIATE HOOF TRIMMING THEORETICAL ASSESSMENT
- [Level 4 Resit](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/level-4-resit/)
- [Final Theory Exam](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/final-theory-exam/)
- [Quiz](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/quiz/)
- [Lesion Quiz](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/lesion-quiz/)
- [Anatomy Quiz](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/quizzes/anatomy-quiz/)

## Certificates

- [Certificate of Completion-RoMS](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/certificates/1208/) - on

## Private Pages

- [Testing 123](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/customer-area/pages/my-pages/2019/12/30/testing-123) - Error: Contact form not found.

## Private Files

- [Testing testing 123](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/customer-area/files/my-files/2019/12/30/testing-testing-123) - Beacon Cottage Inventory

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/category/uncategorized/)

## Risk assessments

- [Hoof trimming](http://sitemap.herdhealth.co.uk/risk_assessment/hoof-trimming/)