Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-held Hedge Cutters (NPTC 0014-34)
The qualification is aimed at those who use hand-held hedge cutters as part of their work, either in horticulture, arboriculture or forestry.
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Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at individuals who operate hand-held hedge cutters as part of their work, either in agriculture, horticulture, landscaping, arboriculture or forestry. It will provide them with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to prepare and operate a hand-held hedge cutter safely and to industry standards in line with current legislation.
Entry Requirements
All candidates must be over the age of 16.
What will you learn?
Safe use of hand-held hedge cutters, covering pre-use checks and maintenance, identification of controls and instruments, and operating the machine to cut hedges to the capacity of the machine.
How will you learn?
Learning will be delivered on-site at Broomfield Hall.
What will you need to bring with you?
You will be required to supply your own:
- Steel toe-capped boots
- Writing materials
- Lunch (there will be facilities available on-site if you wish to purchase your lunch here)
How will you be assessed?
Candidates will complete a practical test with one-to-one verbal questioning on the same day as the training.
Where next?
DCG offers a range of one-day, weekend and evening courses relating to Agriculture and a wide variety of other land-based topics – please see the DCG part-time prospectus for a full list and details.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact DCG on 0800 0280289 or tracey.burgin@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: December 1, 2023 3:56 pm
