Lantra Handheld hedge trimmer TRMTA23

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• What is a handheld hedge trimmer?

  A handheld hedge trimmer is used to trim growth from hedges. The reciprocating knife with small engine is ideal for working at all angles.

• What does the Tuppco training course include?
  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
  • Conduct set up zones
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
  • Select suitable type of machine relative to the work being undertaken 
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for hand held hedge cutter use
  • Prepare the hand held hedge cutter for use
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and set up exclusion zone
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Environmental considerations
  • Storage and transport of hand held hedge cutter
  • Disposal of cut materials
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures 
• Venue and Equipment Requirements:
  • Suitable and safe area to operate equipment
  • Vegetation to cut
  • Suitable area to complete maintenance tasks
  • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
  • Suitable welfare facilities
  • Hand held hedge cutter
  • Operators’ manual 
  • Risk assessment completed
• Practical assessment criteria
  • Pre use and operational checks
  • Set up safe working area
  • Demonstrate safe and efficient working
• Where can Tuppco deliver onsite training courses?

  Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.