Brush-cutters & Trimmers (Experienced Operator)

Brush-cutters & Trimmers Experienced:

This NPTC Brush-cutters & Trimmers Experienced course is designed to enable operators to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out basic maintenance and safely operate a Brush Cutter through a range of varying terrain.

It will provide delegates with the theoretical and practical ability to operate and maintain brush cutters in line with manufacturers’ guidance and HSE codes of practice.

This covers the use of brush-cutters, covering pre-use checks and maintenance, identification of controls and instruments and operating the machine to cut or trim to the capacity of the machine.

Course Content:

Identify hazards specific to the site, task and machine
Clean power unit and inspect for damage
Service the air filter
Service the spark plug
Service the starter recoil mechanism
Demonstrate knowledge of fuel filter maintenance
Check angle drive gear box
Identify safety decals and state their meaning
Identify the controls of the brush cutter
Sharpen brush cutter knife
Remove cord head and fit nylon / metal knife
Fuel machine / mixing of oil and fuel
Inspection and attachment of the harness
Safe start procedure
Operate brush cutter using the scything method
Safe shut down and cleaning of brush cutter

Course Requirements: You are required to provide your own Tools & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for this training course. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):