Woodchipper

Woodchipper
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Who should enrol
Anyone using a woodchipper for work purposes, either mounted, trailed or tracked.

Content Summary
Introduction & aims
Pre-use checks & risk assessments
Familiarisation with the machine and working parts
Routine maintenance
Blade checking & 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 all users

Type
Workshop & Field Use

Certificate
Lantra awards certificate of basic training - NPTC assessments available seperately.

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.

Operators of vehicle mounted machines must also hold certification for the vehicle.

More Info
Training & assessment only applies to the chipper, not any towing or carrying machinery. This course is usually run using a trailed woodchipper.

Chainsaw helmet or similar, visor / goggles, gloves, Steel toe-capped workboots, loose non-snag work overalls, 2 passport photo`s.