BRUSH CUTTER & TRIMMERS course PROVIDED by The focus Training Group

TOPICS COVERED
COURSE LENGTH
REQUIREMENTS

Overview

This course introduces candidates to the maintenance and safe use of these machines.

What topics will it cover?

We will show you how to maintain the machine, covering the engine, pull start and air filter. We will then show you how to fit and maintain different heads for different applications. We will discuss PPE, risk assessment and emergency procedures.

Finally, in operation we will show you the correct way to approach cutting an area to save you both time and effort.

How long will the course take?

1 DAY

One day including assessment.

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