NPORS Grass Cutters – Remote Control Mowers N604

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INFORMATION

• What is a remote-control mower?

  Remote-control mowers have become a safe method of cutting vegetation on sloping and hard to reach places. The operator can stand in a safe position to operate the machine. Machines can be adapted to have flail, rotary cutting heads

• 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 remote control mower for use
  • Prepare the remote-control mower 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 remote-control mower
  • 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
  • Remote control mower
  • Operators’ manual 
  • Risk assessment completed
• Theory Assessment:
  • 20 multiple choice questions
  • 5 written questions
  • 4 marks per question
  • 80% pass mark required
• Practical assessment criteria:
  • • Pre use and operational checks
    • Set up safe working area
    • Demonstrate safe and efficient working
    • Travel over a range of sloping ground

     

• Where Does Tuppco Deliver Onsite Courses?

  Tuppco can deliver onsite training nationwide using venue and equipment supplied