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Brushcutter & Trimmer Operation
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Brushcutter & Trimmer Operation

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CPD
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Various dates available Short Course In person

Overview

Brushcutters/trimmers are popular tools across the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, and grounds maintenance industries. They save time and work efficiently in tricky terrains and situations. But they also have the potential to be one of the most dangerous machines in common use. Our course will help novice users recognise and reduce those dangers. You'll also learn how to optimise performance and carry out routine maintenance. This two-day novice training course is for anyone employed in the agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance industries who currently operates, or will be required to operate a brushcutter/trimmer.

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Brushcutter & Trimmer Operation

This is an integrated training and assessment course. You'll learn to use the brushcutter/trimmer safely and with confidence. Understanding all the relevant regulations and safety requirements is key.

At a glance

  • Cost: £285.00
  • There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
  • This course is physical so you must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course programme
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