NPTC –tractor and flail training – GS034
Course overview
This course is designed for Lancashire County Council employees, who, during their daily duties are required to use tractor and flail equipment, due to the nature of this course group sizes are restricted to a maximum of 2 people.
Course aim
This course has been developed to ensure that Lancashire County Council employees who are required to use tractor and flail equipment are aware of the legal implications, Lancashire County Council policies and procedures and hazards associated with using tractor and fail equipment.
Learning objectives and equipment required
Provide information on the legal responsibilities Lancashire County Council polices and procedures and risk assessments
Health and safety legislation
Controls
Pre-start checks
Operation the tractor
Manoeuvring
Mounted implements
Trailed machines
PTOs
Tractor mounted front-end loader
Learning outcomes
(To complete city and guilds qualification a trailer needs to be used as part of the training and the assessment)
Safe area for driving practice, excluded to other staff, vehicles and general public
Tractor in clean and safe working condition for the operating practice
Handbook for tractor (if available)
Implements used in normal work procedures
First Aid box
Instructions for tutor showing location of nearest telephone, hospital (A&E), and company/site emergency procedures in case of fire
Create a safe working environment and compliance with legislation and Lancashire County Council polices /procedures
Understand the importance of carrying out pre-use checks on all `Tractor & Flail` equipment and any related hazards when equipment is faulty/defective
Competency in being able to demonstrate the correct pre-use checks and operate safely in the workplace
Reducing risk of injury to operator and third parties and equipment damage prevention
If you are providing facilities or equipment, please ensure that the requirements under the health and safety at work Act 1974 and other relevant regulations are met.
Learning methods
A range of teaching and learning methods including presentation and demonstration will be used with a focus on individual and group participation.
Course duration
7 hours excluding any breaks
2 places maximum