NPTC

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)

We currently do not have enough interest to run this course, however it may run on request, please contact the Business Hub businesshub@reaseheath.ac.uk.  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 …

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Safe use of pesticides

Professional people who use pesticides must be competent to use them safely. There are many situations where this qualification is a legal requirement, for instance where pesticides are being applied to land belonging to a third party. The certificate of competence in the Safe use of Pesticides meets the requirements of: Food and Environment Protection …

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001435 – City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers

We currently do not have enough interest to run this course, however it may run on request, please contact the Business Hub businesshub@reaseheath.ac.uk.  To achieve this qualification you must be able to drive accurately and manoeuvre the mower safely and skilfully. You must also be able to carry out routine machine maintenance. Assessing the condition of …

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001432 – City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of All-terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

There is a perception that these machines are “fun toys” and are easy to drive, in reality you require a high level of skill to drive and handle an ATV safely and competently in differing off road situations. Duration 1 day if experienced 2 days if inexperienced Followed by an assessment at a later date. …

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Chainsaw and related operations

The training courses in these operations are aimed at you if you are: An individual using a chainsaw for your own use Self-employed and wanting to extend your business opportunities An employee needing occasional or regular chainsaw use Requiring a nationally recognised qualification for insurance purposes. Entry Requirements You must be aged 17 years or …

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