This course will provide delegates with the knowledge and understanding needed to operate and maintain Brushcutters/Trimmers. This is a two-day course that includes both practical skills and health & safety guidance including the appropriate PPE; helping reduce the dangers when operating this powerful machinery and how best to maintain a safe working environment.
This course is run across on day and consists of both theory and practical elements:
• Risk assessment and emergency procedures.
• Health and safety guidelines and legislation.
• Personal protective equipment.
• Pre-use checks and machine safety features.
• Routine checks and maintenance.
• Cutter maintenance.
• Start the machine and carry out safety checks.
• Preparation of site, machine, and materials.
• Operation of stump grinder.
• Unblocking stump grinder.
• Re-instatement of excavation and disposal of arisings.
• Clearing, transport, and storage Carry out basic operations using tractor mounted loader.
This course is suitable for anybody working or looking for work in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance industries.
Due to the nature of the training a minimum level of fitness will be required for specific operations. Whilst we would not want to disadvantage you as a learner, it is an essential requirement.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Upon completion of this course, delegates will receive a LANTRA accredited certificate that does not expire. However, it is advised and is business best practice that delegates attend a refresher course every 5 years.
This course will provide delegates with the knowledge and understanding needed to operate and maintain Brushcutters/Trimmers. This is a two-day course that includes both practical skills and health & safety guidance including the appropriate PPE; helping reduce the dangers when operating this powerful machinery and how best to maintain a safe working environment.
This course is run across on day and consists of both theory and practical elements:
• Risk assessment and emergency procedures.
• Health and safety guidelines and legislation.
• Personal protective equipment.
• Pre-use checks and machine safety features.
• Routine checks and maintenance.
• Cutter maintenance.
• Start the machine and carry out safety checks.
• Preparation of site, machine, and materials.
• Operation of stump grinder.
• Unblocking stump grinder.
• Re-instatement of excavation and disposal of arisings.
• Clearing, transport, and storage Carry out basic operations using tractor mounted loader.
This course is suitable for anybody working or looking for work in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance industries.
Due to the nature of the training a minimum level of fitness will be required for specific operations. Whilst we would not want to disadvantage you as a learner, it is an essential requirement.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Upon completion of this course, delegates will receive a LANTRA accredited certificate that does not expire. However, it is advised and is business best practice that delegates attend a refresher course every 5 years.
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