Safe Use of Mowers » HR024

Qualification

Certificate of Competence in Safe Use of Mowers

Dates & Times

Start: 11th May 2011 End: 11th May 2011 Wednesday  09:30 » 16:301 tutored weeks, maximum 6 learning hours per day, 6 G.L.H.

2011/12 dates

1 week (Wednesday) starts

9/11/11

7/3/12

27/6/12

09.15am - 4.45pm

2011/12 price

£225

Awarding Body.

link: NPTC information

NPTC

Is it right for me?

The safe use of mowers requires competent operators. This assessment provides competency  on a mower with one of four types of cutting mechanism - cylinder, rotary, flail or reciprocating knife.  Also includes clearing blockages, safe techniques and cutting patterns.

What will I be learning about?

  • Legal and safety requirements
  • Operational adjustments and maintenance
  • Factors affecting efficiency
  • Clearing blockages
  • Safe driving techniques
  • Cutting patterns

You must be able to manoeuvre the mower skilfully and safely. You need to be able to assess the condition of the grass and adjust the mower to achieve maximum efficiency of grass cutting as well as carrying out routine maintenance.

The assessment may be taken on a mower with one of 4 types of cutting mechanism: cylinder, rotary, flail, reciprocating knife.

Please note: The 2 hour assessment takes place on a separate day by arrangement between the candidate and the external NPTC appointed assessor.

D/101/1002 − Pre-Use Safety - Mowers
H/101/1003 − Operate Mower

What is involved?

One day training and one 2 hour assessment on a separate day by arrangement between the candidate and the NPTC appointed assessor.

What's Required?

Minimum age for this course is 16 years. Tetanus protection is recommended.

Minimum Age : 16

How will I be assessed?

NPTC assessment by an external examiner.


What is next?

Further  NPTC tests

Information from the awarding body

image: NDAQ
Title :NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Safe Use of Mowers
Qualification Aim ID :100/1710/0
Summary :

This qualification is a practically-based assessment on the safe operation of Mowers. The test includes pre-use checks and maintenance, identification of all controls and safety stickers, and the safe operation of the machine. The assessment is conducted, and the certificate endorsed, according to the type of mower (pedestrian controlled, tractor mounted or self-propelled) and the type of cutting mechanism (rotary, cylinder, flail or reciprocating knife).

Level :2
Language :English
Progression :

NPTC have a variety of Level 2 Certificates of Competence that may be of interest to candidates achieving this qualification e.g. Safe Use of Turf Maintenance Equipment, Safe Use of Hedge Trimmers, Safe Use of Pedestrian Controlled Power Driven Cultivators, Tractor Driving, ATV Handling, Granular Fertiliser Application and Land-based Machine Maintenance. Candidates can find employment in various Horticultural areas including golf courses, parks and amenity areas. There is also the possibility to progression onto work-based NVQ levels 2 and 3 in a related area.

Unit Assessment Method :

Oral Examination
Practical Examination

Overal Assessment Method :

All NPTC Certificates of Competence are independently assessed by NPTC approved, trained assessors, who have no vested interest in the outcome of the assessment. This qualification is assessed by one-to-one oral questioning of the underpinning knowledge which backs up the practical skills, assessed by observation of the candidates' performance. The assessment schedule is attached to this submission, which provides details of the content of the qualification, as well as the marking guide and the standard the candidate must achieve.

Sub Units :

D/101/1002 Pre-Use Safety - Mowers

This unit covers the safety checks and maintenance that must be carried out before the machine can be safely operated.

H/101/1003 Operate Mower

This unit covers the safe operation of the chosen type of mower.