| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-06-16 | - |
Program Overview
Brushcutters and Trimmers (NPTC)
Overview
Learn to operate and maintain brushcutters and trimmers for work in this one day City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award training and assessment programme.
Full Description
Topics you will cover include:
- Pre-use checks and maintenance
- Identification of controls and instruments
- Safe use of machines with interchangeable heads; steel blade and nylon line
We have several machines such as Stilh FS400 and Husqvarna HU345. You are encouraged to bring your own machine in “as used” condition along with its operator manual and any spares, e.g. air filters, blades, etc. We can then work on a “real” situation and do some routine servicing.
To achieve this qualification you must successfully achieve a practical assessment with oral questioning by an NPTC City & Guilds approved assessor.
The instructor / student ratio is 1:4
Free parking is available on Writtle campus: we'll issue a permit to you and ask that it's clearly displayed in your vehicle. Tea and coffee-making facilities are available; please bring a packed lunch and any other refreshments.
Who Should Attend?
This course is for anyone who operates brushcutters and trimmers as part of their work in agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance.
Dates
- Monday 16 June 2025
Where You'll Study
Your Faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where Can I Study?
Writtle Campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & Funding
Course Fees
Standard Fee
£275
Bookings of Up to Four People
£900
Entry Requirements
We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore you will not be allowed to start the course without wearing steel toe capped boots or shoes, gloves and suitable protective clothing which provides full cover for arms and legs. We strongly recommend also wearing a high visibility vest and bringing note taking equipment.
You must bring your own Personal Protective Equipment as listed below:
- Brushcutter face shield to EN166 and hearing protection to EN352
- Safety glasses to EN166
- Safety helmet to EN397 for protection against falling objects and overhead obstructions, incorporating ear protection to EN352. Under a mesh visor as face protection, safety glasses to EN166 must be worn as eye protection
- Gloves - adequate to protect hands against flying debris
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
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