Subject Area: NPTC

003923 – City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness

Course Description Be able to promote good health and safety and good industry practice. Be able to carry out aerial cutting of trees with a chainsaw using free fall techniques Understand relevant health & safety legislation and industry good practice. Understand how to carry out aerial cutting of trees using free fall techniques Course Specification …

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Chainsaw and related operations

Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of a Stump Grinder (0020-54)

Course Description Know the health & safety requirements for operating a stump grinder /be able to carry out a site risk assessment Be able to prepare the equipment and site for stump grinder operations Be able to operate/maintain a stump grinder Course Specification 1 day course Start time: 9.00am Finish time: Approximately 4 – 5.00pm

Transportation of livestock by road

Entry Requirements Candidates taking the Certificate of Competence must be a minimum of 16 years of age, there is no upper age limit. Learning Outcomes Legal requirements and responsibilities Responsibilities when transporting animals Planning a journey by road Suitability of the vehicle Checking animals fitness to travel Causes and signs of stress in animals Space …

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Safe use of a manually fed brushwood chipper (0020-58)

Gaining this qualification proves that you can prepare, operate and maintain a brushwood chipper in a competent and professional manner. The brushwood chipper may be tractor mounted, trailed or pedestrian controlled/power take off or engine driven. The training and assessment is divided into three compulsory units: Prepare the brushwood chipper for operation Operate the brushwood …

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Tractor driving and related operations (compact or agricultural machinery)

Tractors are the “work horse” of the land-based industries. They are extremely versatile and are capable of performing a wide range of operations in different circumstances. You require a high level of skill/technical expertise to operate them safely and effectively. This qualification applies to all sections of the industry which use tractors with conventional attachments …

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