Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-on) » HR046

Qualification

Award in the Safe Use of Ride-on Self Propelled Mowers

Dates & Times

Start: 18th May 2011 End: 25th May 2011 Wednesday  09:30 » 16:302 tutored weeks, maximum 6 learning hours per day, 12 G.L.H.

2011/12 dates

2 weeks (Wednesdays) starts

28/9/11
11/1/12
16/5/12

09.15am - 4.45pm

2011/12 price

£325

Awarding Body.

Kingston Maurward College

Kingston Maurward College

Is it right for me?

Tractor-mounted and ride-on mowers requires competent operators. This course covers legal and safety requirements, operational adjustments and maintenance, factors affecting efficiency, clearing blockages, safe driving 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

There are 4 options for the type of mower cutting mechanism: cylinder, rotary, flail, reciprocating knife. You must be able to drive accurately and 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.


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

What is involved?

Two days 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 16 years. Tetanus protection is recommended.

Minimum Age : 16

How will I be assessed?

NPTC assessment by an external examiner at a time to be notified.


What is next?

Further NPTC tests.