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Illicit Drug Labs Course

Five days combining theory with scenario-based training and practical laboratory sessions.

About this course

This five-day interactive course combines theory with scenario-based training and practical sessions in the laboratory.

It gives delegates the skills to recognise and deal with the hazards posed by the precursors and processes involved in the manufacture of drugs.

An overview of the current situation and emerging trends in drug manufacture prepares delegates to deal with incidents involving a variety of chemical substances.

Evidence recovery and dismantling are reviewed to give a grounding in the procedures required to deal with illicit drug laboratories.

What you will learn

  • Identify different types of drugs
  • Understand the current situation and emerging trends in drug manufacture
  • Gain insights into practical solutions to optimise incident response
  • Get an overview of PPE and gain confidence in its selection
  • Understand evidence recovery and dismantling
  • Identify signs of illicit activity
  • Identify a number of common illicit drug manufacturing processes
  • Risk assess, evaluate and plan a pragmatic and proportionate response to an illicit lab

Course dates

Upcoming dates for this course, as listed in our training calendar:

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Course length: 5 days. Please enquire for availability.

Dates may change. Please confirm availability with us before you book.

Good to know

  • No knowledge of science or maths is required to attend.
  • Lunch and refreshments are provided throughout the day on courses delivered at Tactical Hazmat.

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Enquire about the IDL course

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Booking is confirmed in writing once we receive a valid purchase order or payment, and is subject to our Training Delivery Terms and Conditions (available on request).

What to include in your enquiry

  • Your name, your organisation and the type of organisation (for example fire and rescue, police, ambulance, military or private industry).
  • The course or service you are interested in, or what you would like to achieve.
  • How many delegates, and whether you would like training at our Cheltenham facility or at your own premises.
  • Any dates you have in mind.
  • A phone number, if you would like us to call you back.

Please do not include sensitive personal information (such as health details) or details of live incidents, investigations, security arrangements or operational plans. In an emergency, call 999.