Brushcutter/Strimmer

Understanding all the relevant regulation and safety requirements is key. You will be taught the need for correctly maintained protective clothing and how best to ensure a safe working environment. A certificate of competence will be awarded once you complete the course.

What will be covered?

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Produce a site-specific Risk Assessment for trimmer and brushcutter operations
• Identify the necessary personal protective equipment required
• Identify the health and safety features required on a trimmer and brushcutter
• Detect defects on the equipment and decide which the operator can remedy, and which require a service engineer’s attention
• Carry out correctly all routine maintenance in accordance with the machine manufacturer’s instruction book
• Prepare the equipment for use with the correct fuel/oil mix
• Start the trimmer/brushcutter from both hot and cold start in a safe manner
• Carry out pre-cutting checks
• State the possible hazards/risks when carrying out maintenance or operational tasks
• Maintain the trimmer/brushcutter and cutting heads in a safe and efficient working condition
• Adjust the equipment for safe and comfortable operation
• Select the correct cutting head for the relevant operating conditions
• Operate the equipment having regard for the safety of the public, property, and environmental factors
• Organise the site and use a systematic method of working where possible.

Worth noting: Our course involves some physical sessions, so it is essential that you have at least a minimum level of fitness.

Equipment required for the training.

Brushcutter or strimmer compliant with safety regulations, Operators manual for the machine, Fuel in appropriate container for own brushcutter, Tool kit for own brushcutter and PPE.

Worth noting:  Instructors have been instructed not to undertake training where trainees do not have the appropriate protective equipment or appropriate machine.

Cancellation Policy

The full cost of the course is to be paid before the start of the course.

If you cancel your place you will be liable for 100% of the cost. Unless a cancellation is received in writing 14 days prior to the commencement of the course.