Strimmer / Brushcutter
Short course
In Gunnislake
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Gunnislake
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Duration
1 Day
Suitable for: Anyone using a Stimmer or Brushcutter for work purposes. Operatives should have a certificate of basic training.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
All trainees must be over 16 years of age and in good health.
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Course programme
Strimmer / Brushcutter
Who should enrol
Anyone using a Stimmer or Brushcutter for work purposes
Content Summary
Introduction & aims
Pre-use checks & risk assessments
Familiarisation with the machine and working parts
Routine maintenance
Head changing & maintenance
Daily / weekly checks
Protective clothing
Starting & pre-use checks
Practical demonstrations & safe use
A Safe working area
Safe working practices
Storage & transport.
Legislative issues.
Assessments
Assessment
Practical assessment with short questions at end of course
Course Material
Manufacturers handbook, maintenance manual, HSE guidelines, Lantra Workbooks.
Duration
1 day for experienced users (3 years experience recommended) 2 days for less experienced users.
Type
Workshop & Field Use
Certificate
Lantra awards certificate of basic training.
Validity
Valid for 5 Years.
Pre-requisites
All trainees must be over 16 years of age and in good health.
Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions
More Info
It would be expected that attendees would bring their own equipment, however, some equipment is available for hire - please enquire. NPTC assessments are available if required.
Chainsaw helmet or similar, visor / goggles, gloves, Steel toe-capped workboots, loose non-snag work overalls. Also strimmer with Brushcutter head in good working order,fuel, tools & manual, 2 passport photo`s.
Strimmer / Brushcutter