Plant & Machinery
This training course aims to give learners the knowledge, understanding and basic skills in the safe operation of tractors and use of selected attachments. It introduces them to the hazards and risks involved with driving tractors and how to comply with health and safety legislation. This course does not cover the use of specific attachments such as telehandlers and sprayers (Category B Licence) The delivery of training covers a mix of both theory and practical elements and is assessed against documented and appropriate criteria to demonstrate competence The course duration may vary depending on the ability and previous experience of the trainees. This must be assessed prior to attendance, and documented with justification for choices, and agreed with all parties. Guidance, advice & legislation : - Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) Guidance Indg241 Working safely with Agricultural Machinery hsg270 Farmwise – Health & Safety in Agriculture indg185 Using tractors safely ais37 Operator seat restraints for tractors https://www.hse.gov.uk/agriculture/index.htm https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/tractors-regulations-on-use/tractors-and-regulatory-requirements-a-brief-guide-september-2017 https://www.nfuonline.com/updates-and-information/driving-licence-requirements-for-agricultural-vehicles/#:~:text=In%20order%20to%20drive%20a,pass%20a%20car%20driving%20test.
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