Full Time Brushcutting / Strimming Certificate of Competence
Vocational qualification
In Ipswich
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Ipswich
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Duration
1 Day
One day's training with optional half day assessment course for up to six people. This course is suitable for anyone employed in Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscape and Grounds maintenance who are required to operate brushcutters, clearing saws or trimmers to NPTC Standards.
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Course programme
Brushcutting / Strimming - Certificate of Competence
Code: OANP9S04S
Level: 1,
Type: Full Time
Aim of course
One day's training with optional half day assessment course for up to six people. This course is suitable for anyone employed in Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscape and Grounds maintenance who are required to operate brushcutters, clearing saws or trimmers to NPTC Standards.
What will the course involve?
In this course you will learn:the best practice in operating brushcutters;how to prepare the machine, protect yourself and operate your brushcutter safely;how to keep your brushcutter in good condition
Course Content
Maintenance (engine, drive system and gear head)Selecting the appropriate cutting headCorrect personal protective clothingAdjusting the machine and harnessInspecting the site and identifying hazardsEnvironmental considerationsFuellingStarting the machineCutting a test areaPlus one or more of the following Unit 2 - Brush Cutter assessment Unit 3 - Clearing Saw assessment Unit 4 - Strimmer assessment
Fees £210.00 per person (including NPTC registration and assessment costs), Registration and Unit 1 Asses
Key Facts
Code: OANP9S04S
Level: 1
Duration: 1 day
Type: Full Time
Awarding Body: NPTC
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Full Time Brushcutting / Strimming Certificate of Competence