K2C Snake Consultants, Inc. has an overall mission of intervening and educating to reduce human-wildlife conflicts. The training is designed as a Risk Management course, not a "let's all love snakes" course. 

In addition to other groups, Construction and similar private companies are required by OSHA to provide training to their workers regarding dangerous animals or plants exist. 

Our training has been approved by VDACS to use for Animal Control officers who are seeking renewal credits. The techniques we teach are for safety of the people involved, as well as safety of the animal. These techniques are used by professional snake handlers from zoos, wildlife officers and others. Our courses are not intended for private individuals who simply want to learn how to handle venomous snakes. 

Specifically, the trainers with K2C have trained:

• Animal Control officers in multiple Virginia districts

• Multiple VA County Park Rangers and Nature Center staff

• US Park Service Rangers and maintenance workers

• Non-profit groups with rural acreage open to the public

• Wildlife Control operators (local and from across the country)

• Wildlife veterinary staff

U.S. Venomous Snake Safety and Handling

Certification Description: This course is designed for risk management and tailored to fit the needs of your team. We tailor each course to focus on the venomous snakes in your area. Topics include identification, natural history, first aid, safety and handling. 

It includes: 

• Skills lesson with LIVE venomous and nonvenomous snakes

• Virginia Venomous Snake Safety and Handling Certification

Delivery Options: 

• full-day in person- at your location 

Other topics K2C can include in your training:

• common exotic reptile pets - identification & handling

• husbandry of exotics while in care of ACOs or shelters

Qualifications: 

K2C Snake Consultants, Inc. currently has three instructors that are approved to teach their certification courses: Mark Khosravi, Bonnie Keller, and Bill Crisp. They have decades of experience in their background either through personal experience, professional training, or both. Their bios are available here on the K2C website.