15th January 2008, 09:35 PM
OK Peter.
How do you get the detectorists to be viewed as professionals?
Would you use them if they took a health and safety course?
The points you raise are valid but still don't address the topsoil issue.
Do all the detectorists who help on the Time Team digs have to take a health and safety course?
I am thinking about making a training DVD for archaeologists on how to use a metal detector, the various metal detectors available and the different jobs they can all perform.
Website for responsible Metal Detecting
http://www.ukdfd.co.uk
Recording Our Heritage For Future Generations.
How do you get the detectorists to be viewed as professionals?
Would you use them if they took a health and safety course?
The points you raise are valid but still don't address the topsoil issue.
Do all the detectorists who help on the Time Team digs have to take a health and safety course?
I am thinking about making a training DVD for archaeologists on how to use a metal detector, the various metal detectors available and the different jobs they can all perform.
Website for responsible Metal Detecting
http://www.ukdfd.co.uk
Recording Our Heritage For Future Generations.