Stumpgrinder

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WHO IS THIS FOR?

Anyone required to use a stumpgrinder as part of their work or for personal use. This would include novices and experienced operators who require their skills up-dating.

This course can also include the Leafblower & Vacuum qualification as an “add on” for a small additional fee; please ask when booking.

DURATION:

1 days training with an integrated City & Guilds NPTC Assessment

Attendees:

max. 4 per course / 6 per course if experienced

Venue:

This is normally started at our site locally to Builth Wells, in Powys.
If you have enough people for a full course we are able to run this course on your site (subject to a pre-course visit).

Pre-requisites:

None

Qualification:

City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Stump Grinders

CERTIFICATE TYPE:

mwmac Training Certificate & City & Guilds NPTC Qualification Certificate

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Is aware of the safety legislation and safety guidelines pertaining to stump-grinding machinery.
Is able to identify hazards and implement control measures prior to starting work, and as work proceeds, including identifying presence of underground services.
Understands the differences in operating technique between tractor mounted (PTO driven) Stumpgrinders, and those with integral petrol/diesel engines.
Is aware of the PPE appropriate to stumpgrinder operations.
Is aware of the need for routine inspection of the machine and is able to carry out pre-use checks and operator preparation and maintenance, including identification of defects on cutters.
Is able to start the machine, establish safe working positions on site and carry out operational safety checks and stop machine, prior to operation.
Prepares work area and a range of tree stumps for stumpgrinding.
Recognises and uses approved techniques for safe and efficient tree stump removal using stump grinder, including the procedure for removing blockages.
Cleans and prepares machine for transport and storage.

Course Information Sheet:

Course Information Sheet – Stumpgrinder